witchcraft investigation of Patrick Meikle (Q112914853)
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historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland
- Case of Patrick Meikle
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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| English | witchcraft investigation of Patrick Meikle |
historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland |
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Denounced by James Welch.Was accused of being at a large meeting with the Devil bu James Welch.He was first proceeded against in 1649, no mention of what happened there. He resurfaced again in 1662. Part of the large number of people denounced by James Welch. Welch was deemed too young to stand trial so he was imprisoned. But his confession and some of his denunciations were taken seriously by the authorities. (English)