In 1845, a fugitive slave from Maryland named Sam approached the Corbit home begging for refuge. Sam was hidden by Mary Corbit behind a tiny door in the attic of what is now referenced as the Corbit-Sharp house. There, the runaway was given food and a warm quilt.
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From the Collection
Tea spoon (one of a set of four)
Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of Hugh R. Sharp Jr. and Bayard Sharp
