Jo

Lately RAN AWAY, A Mustee Slave, named Jo, of a Complexion lighter than common, having long bushy Hair, was short, thick and active, had a down-cast Look, and large Legs; took with him a full’d Cloth Great Coat, Vest and Breeches, of a Drab Colour, but much faded, a red Baize Vest, a Pair of Buck Skin Leather Breeches, white Yarn Stockings, an old Felt Hat, Shoes wither very old or new, and other wearing Apparel.  Whoever will apprehend and take up the said Mustee Slave, and deliver him to Mr. William Dyer, on Tower-Hill, in South Kingston, or Mr. Robinson Mumford, in New London, or otherwise effectually secure him, shall receive eight Dollars therefor, and have all reasonable Expenses paid by either of the Persons aforesaid.  April 15, 1777- N. B. Said Mustee Slave is the same that ran away from Mr. Stephen Hatfard, of said South-Kingston, about eighteen Months ago.