What does the inclusion of the Fugitive Slave Act by congress during the time of the Constitution say about the widespread and accepted nature of slavery in the country?

1. How do the “owners” hope their fugitives will be identified? What does the inclusion of the Fugitive Slave Act by congress during the time of the Constitution say about the widespread and accepted nature of slavery in the country?
2. What do these advertisements tell us about relations between slaves and servants? Did the have parallel or separate positions in society?
3. What does this tell us about the nature of property at this time in regards to legality? How central is the role of property in the Constitution?

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