witchcraft investigation of 0 witches C/LA/2700 (Q120790442)
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historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | witchcraft investigation of 0 witches C/LA/2700 |
historical event recorded in 16th-18th century Scotland |
Statements
30 June 1596Gregorian
Sir William Steward of Houston, commendator of Pittenweem was appointed with the power to grant all commissions for the Highlands and Islands for a specified length of time in order to promote law and order. He was authorised to hold courts for the crimes of fire-raising, ravishing of women, murder, slaughter, counterfitting, false coinage, theft, receiving of stolen property, witchcraft, sorcery, enchantment, sorning, oppression etc. (English)