trial of James Lindsay (Q43397416)
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Scottish witch trial
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | trial of James Lindsay |
Scottish witch trial |
Statements
February 1697Gregorian
15 April 1697Gregorian
12 May 1697Gregorian
5 December 1697Julian
13 April 1697Julian
12 May 1697Julian
1 February 1697Julian
Pretrial notes: Note in presbytery that the suspects were held in the houses of the local ministers. One of several people accused by Christian Shaw. Accused of trying to bribe his way out of a previous witchcraft accusation. The commission was read out in the burgh of Renfrew on 18/3/1697. This case was under a PC commission (see PC1/51 p. 136-9) along with most of the people tried at the same time. There were other Renfrewshire witchcraft suspects tried at different places and times. I am keeping this as a mixed/central local because the Privy Council maintained very strict control over the proceedings, even though they granted a commission. For details of the proceedings of Privy Council in this matter see the no named witches case c/la/3235. (English)
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Trial notes: Note in presbytery records on 18/3/1697 that the ministers and accused are to go to Renfrew tomorrow for the trial. Trial started on 13/4/1697 but was continued until 12/5/1697 and lasted until 19/5/1697. Post trial: executed between 2-4 (English)