(Q112940724)

English

witchcraft investigation of Jean Whythill

historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland

  • Case of Jean Whythill

Statements

She was accused only of having a devil's mark and for tormenting Margaret Laird. Not much detail. See Agnes Supp for description of the possesion.Denounced by Margaret Laird in Paisley, a girl who claimed to be tormented by witches. Laird denounced many people while in fits. Most of the witness testimony was given in Paisley (19-21 April 1699) and it came from people who witnessed Laird's fits and denunciations among other things. (English)

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