johnson bell's saloon

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(Johnson) Bell's Saloon

Location: Orleans Pa., LA
Constructed: ----

History:

Frank Bell
In his narrative, ex-slave Frank Bell recalls being the only personal slave owned by Johnson Bell, a Frenchman. As a young boy up through adulthood, he was forced to work in Bell's saloon (also a house of ill repute) in New Orleans, and even made to engage in his owner's illegal activities.

Associated Surnames: Bell


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Slaves of Johnson Bell
From "Voices From Slavery" by Norman R. Yetman, 2000

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