The following notices appeared in Dearborn County, Indiana newspapers in 1823:

Indiana Oracle (Lawrenceburg) – 18 Oct 1823 – Page 3, Column 4

NOTICE.
Whereas my wife Nancy Wilkinson has left my bed and board without any just cause or provocation, I hereby forwarn all persons from dealing with or boarding her on my account, as I am determined to pay no debts of her contracting after this date.
JOHN WILKINSON.
October 17, 1823.