(Q112914843)

English

witchcraft investigation of William Martin

historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland

  • Case of William Martin

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Denounced by James Welch.Was accused by James Welch of being at 3 meetings with the Devil - West Kill of Haddington, Lethair Burn and Kirkyard of Haddington on 5/9/1659. No details from Martin.Part of the large number of people denounced by James Welch. He was deemed too young to stand trial so he was imprisoned. But his confession and some of his denunciations were taken seriously by the authorities. (English)

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