Samuel Dickinson, Jr. (1736-1780) and his brother Nathaniel had a farm in Deerfield, Massachusetts. They shared Cato (also known as Dick Cato) until 1776, when Nathaniel, considered to be a dangerous Tory (in favor of British rule) fled to Canada. Cato then became Samuel's property. In 1779, John Williams noted in his day book that Samuel bought sugar for "Dick Cato."
| Entry | Source | Vol Name | Date | entry id |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Nathaniel] Dickinson Dr [_?_] your Black 4 | Dr. Thomas Williams Day Book | Volume 1 | 1748 | 103 |
| • Samll Dickinson Dr Dd Dick Cato to 2 lb Sugar 3/0/0 | John Williams Day Book | 1773-1779 | 1779 Jul 18 | 1051 |