Slave Narrative of Amelia Jones
In an interview conducted by Perry Larkey, Amelia Jones, an 88-year-old former slave from Manchester, Kentucky, recounts her experiences under her master, Daw White. She describes him as relatively benevolent, providing adequate food and shelter, yet capable of selling slaves without hesitation. Jones details the painful separations caused by sales, including the loss of her father and sister at a young age, emphasizing the emotional toll of slavery despite some material comforts. Her memories reflect the harsh realities faced by many enslaved individuals.