Kellie,William
Case Reference: C/LA/2997
Case Summary
| Case Ref | C/LA/2997 |
|---|---|
| Accused | William Kellie |
| Case Start Date | |
| Case Date | 22/4/1699 |
| Common Name | Kellie,William |
|---|
Characterization
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Demonic Possession | ✓ | ✓ |
Notes: 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.
| Source | Reference | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court Books | JC10/4 part 3 |
Trials (1)
| Trial Ref | Date | Year | Verdict | Sentence | Execution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T/LA/2172 | No |
Case Notes
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.