Magdalene Blair was accused as a witch in Stirling in the 17th century.

History

In March 1659, Magdalene Blair was tried on witchcraft-related charges alongside two other Stirling women, Isobel Bennet and Bessie Stivenson, for allegedly using charms to cure illness.[1] Depositions in the case against Magdalene Blair provided names of the witnesses in the trials.[1] Of the three women, Magdelene Blair was the only one to be acquitted and released.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c Harrison, John G. (November 1998). "Women and the Branks in Stirling, c.1600 to c.1730". Scottish Economic & Social History. 18 (2): 114–131. doi:10.3366/sesh.1998.18.2.114. ISSN 0269-5030.


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