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Statement of William W. Sanders addressed to Abner Tate.

In his statement, William W. Sanders details the day Mrs. Hazel claimed to have seen Sawyer's body being burned by Abner Tate's slaves. He tells of how she told the story to him and that he was surprised when she relayed everything to him. Sanders ends by stating he believes Mrs. Hazel charged a "man of excellent character".

Frances Cabaniss Roberts

Series I, Sub Series B, Box 4, Folder 18

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