The bearer is free.
by Lisa Y. Henderson
I Certify that the Bearer hereof Harvey Griffin is the son of Merrim Griffin and that Merrim Griffin is a free person of Colour, Given under my hand the 28th day of November 1831. /s/ Joseph Spence
Slave Records, Perquimans County, North Carolina State Archives.
Fourth Generation Inclusive 
Do you have the descendants of Ned Griffin?
No. Though I’ve done extensive genealogical research for FPC families from Wayne and surrounding counties, I have not for the majority of people featured in this blog.
— Lisa H.