trial of Katherine Kirktoun (Q43398503)
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Scottish witch trial
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | trial of Katherine Kirktoun |
Scottish witch trial |
Statements
7 February 1630Julian
4 December 1629Julian
1 April 1630Gregorian
3 November 1629Gregorian
3 December 1629Gregorian
1 April 1630Gregorian
26 May 1630Gregorian
Pretrial notes: Legal process charted from preliminary investigation after naming by Hamilton, orders for further investigation, request for permission to arrest and commission for local trial. Appeal from accused and three others against having local trial. Questioned the competency of local commissioners. Appeal denied but only Sheriff of Haddington to be involved. (English)
Trial notes: Note in presbytery records: imprisoned in tolbooth Haddington, awaiting trial by assize there on 2/7/1630. Brethren ordered to attend the assize. (English)