(Q112894509)

English

witchcraft investigation of Marioun Twedy

historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland

  • Case of Marioun Twedy

Statements

Accused of giving advice about cow giving blood. Told woman to take the blood three times withershins about her house then pour it into a hole in the ground. (English)
Main accusation about cause of death of woman and child but other charges include charming animals and people. Demonic included as it was reported that the devil's mark had been found on her by Cathie the witch pricker - but no details.It was recorded in by the presbytery that the devil's mark had been found on Twedy but no demonic details from her confession.Accused of causing or predicting a child's accident. Later the mother of the child died and Twedy was blamed for both events by the husband. Accused of having grudge against this family as the man had refused to marry Twedy's daughterAccused of causing a house to burn killing several beasts. (English)

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