Affidavit affirming Benjamin Davis's free status

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A sworn affidavit of Henry Pier, affirming Benjamin Davis as a free man. The document was issued by the City and County of New York. It bears the signature of Peter Mesier and the mark of Henry Pier. The print is black ink on off-white paper. Standard legal text is printed, while details pertaining to the specific individual in reference are filled in by hand. The document reads [City and County of New York, SS.

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