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James Davis.
In 1795, James escaped from bondage in Maryland, and went to Philadelphia, where he soon after married.
He remained undisturbed for ten years, during which time he supported himself and family comfortably by sawing wood.
But one day, in the year 1805, his master called to see him, accompanied by two other men, who were city constables.
He appeared to be very friendly, asked James how he was getting along, and said he was glad to see him doing so well.
At last, he remarked, As you left my service without leave, I think you ought to make me some compensation for your time.
Autumn is now coming on, and as that is always a busy season for wood-sawyers, perhaps you can make me a small payment at that time.
This insidious conversation threw James completely off his guard, and he promised to make an effort to raise some money for his master.
As soon as he had said enough to prove that he was his bondsman, the slaveholder threw off the mask of kindness, and ordered