![$150 reward [cut of runaway slave] Ranaway from the subscriber, on the night of the 2d instant, a negro man, who calls himself Henry May, ... William Burke, Bardstown, Ky., September 3d, 1838.](https://i0.wp.com/www.bristoledition.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/runaway-slave-reward-poster.jpg?resize=500%2C367&quality=89&ssl=1)
Bristol’s Runaway Slaves: Part 1 — Harry Jackson
Harry Jackson was a runaway slave who became Bristol, Connecticut’s oldest resident, passing away in 1904. His life, a blend of hardship and resilience, unfolded from Paterson, New Jersey, to Bristol, where he integrated into the community. Researching his story revealed limited records, underscoring the importance of preserving his legacy.
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