In the late 17th century, Margaret Monro found herself embroiled in one of Scotland's notorious witch trials, a reflection of the intense superstition that had seeped into the fabric of early modern Scottish society. Residing in the village of Spital in Killearnan, Ross, Margaret's name became entangled with the grim realities of such accusations when she, along with her son, John Glass, faced charges of witchcraft. Her case, formally recorded on January 2, 1699, unfolds against the backdrop of a society grappling with fear of the supernatural and the unseen malevolent forces believed to corrupt the world.
The historical records do not elaborate extensively on the specifics of the accusations against Margaret or the proceedings of the trial. However, the existence of a formal trial entry labeled T/LA/1812 suggests that Margaret stood before a judicial body to answer these charges. The result of the trial, entered exactly a year later on January 2, 1700, is also noted, although the outcome itself is not specified in the surviving documentation. This gap leaves historians with the task of navigating between the sparse details available and the broader context of the Scottish witch trials to understand what Margaret and her son might have endured during this turbulent period. Her case remains a poignant example of how fear and uncertainty could descend upon individuals and families, with the witch trials serving as a testament to a time when the lines between superstition and justice were often blurred.