By Dr. Barnetta McGhee White

This three volume work is now available on a searchable CD. These marriage records, made in 1866-67, contain the names of over 22,400 couples, one or both of whom had been enslaved, who acknowledged that they were married, intended to stay married, and the number of years they had been husband and wife. This major reference work is found in many libraries.

Cost: $20.00 (Cashier’s Check or money order) plus $5.00 S&H

Can be ordered from:

Dr. Barnetta McGhee White
415 Obie Drive
Durham, NC 27713

Check out her website!

6 Responses to “Somebody Knows My Name: Marriages of Freed People in North Carolina, By County”

1. Debra Jones says:

   March 26, 2011 at 10:14 pm

   Would like to know what the turn around time frame is if I decide to order a copy.

   Thank You,
   Debra Jones

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   • Ginger Smith says:

     March 28, 2011 at 8:03 am

     Hi Debra,

     Dr. White can be reached by email at wrendancer at aol dot com if you wish to contact her privately.

     Ginger Smith, webmaster

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2. Gwen says:

   March 28, 2011 at 8:25 am

   When I ordered her CD, I received it very quickly, and I live in California. I have also ordered books from her which came equally fast! She will also respond to email requests. She is an awesome lady!
   Gwen Olson

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3. Barnetta McGhee White says:

   August 2, 2011 at 11:23 am

   I am so easy to find! Just “google” my name and that will result in more than you needed to know!

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4. Linda says:

   May 13, 2013 at 1:11 pm

   Is this CD still available?

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   • Ginger Smith says:

     May 13, 2013 at 3:40 pm

     Linda, you can email Dr. White at wrendancer at aol dot com or just google her name to contact her directly and place an order.
     Thank you,
     Ginger

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