Voyage of Slewman, William from Salem to Barbados in 1749

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 RecID:   938
 Mariner:   Slewman, William
 Age:   17
 Origin:   Salem
 Destination:   Barbados
 Duration (mths):   3.5
 Year:   1749
 Wage (£Mass):   310
 Wage (£Sterling):   30.00
 Home:   Salem
 Shipowner(s):   Orne Family
 Sources:   Orne, b1/f9
 Notes:   Year of the voyage was uncertain. I have made a guess at based on other material in the folder. Brig Betty & Molly, Thomas Morong, master. I have guessed at his rank from his monthly wage and because he was listed lower than second in the portledge bill.

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