witchcraft investigation of William Kellie (Q112942609)
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historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland
- Case of William Kellie
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English | witchcraft investigation of William Kellie |
historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland |
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Denounced in public by Margaret Murdoch a girl claiming to be tormented by witches and evil spirits. See Agnes Supp for a description of the torment. No other indication of reputation for anything else. Most of the testimony in these cases was from people who witnessed Murdoch's fits and denunciations.Named by Margaret Murdoch a girl claiming to be tormented by witches. She was the daughter of John Murdoch of Craigtown in the parish of Govan and she named many people. She was examined by a doctor and many ministers. Although suspected, Kellie doesn't appear to have been proceeded against. 1 man testified against him in glasgow 22 April 1699. (English)