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Know all men by these presents that I John N. Starr. of the County Carroll. State of Maryland. held and firmly bound to the United States of America in the sum of Two Hundred ($200) Dollars for the payment of which I bind myself my heirs executors and administrators firmly by these presents in this contract That I am to furnish the person whose name is subjoined. (Free laborer) Quarters full, substantial, and healthy rations, all necessary attendance and supplies in case of sickness and the amount set opposite his name per month during the continuation of this contract, One Year, This Contract to be broken only by mutual consent. 

John N Starr

Thomas Lewis. 21 Yrs. $11. per month one year

I Thomas Lewis agree to work for Mr John N Star, Carroll County State of Maryland for the period opposite my name as per condition of the above contract.
 
Thomas his X mark Lewis