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After reading the trial transcripts, '''I was almost positive that an indiscretion had taken place between Elizabeth Godman and Mr. Bishop. It sounded like there might have been an affair, and in order to save himself from the wrath of his wife, he accused Godman of being a witch'''. Of course, I'm sure that nobody had to twist Mrs. Bishop's arm about accusing Godman of being a witch. I think there was definately some foul play and jealousy at hand. --[[User:Mturner|Mary Turner]] 21:06, 16 September 2009 (MDT) | After reading the trial transcripts, '''I was almost positive that an indiscretion had taken place between Elizabeth Godman and Mr. Bishop. It sounded like there might have been an affair, and in order to save himself from the wrath of his wife, he accused Godman of being a witch'''. Of course, I'm sure that nobody had to twist Mrs. Bishop's arm about accusing Godman of being a witch. I think there was definately some foul play and jealousy at hand. --[[User:Mturner|Mary Turner]] 21:06, 16 September 2009 (MDT) | ||
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| + | I was almost impressed with the fact that Elizabeth Godman was able to file a slander lawsuit against those who called her a witch. This seemed to be an almost rational thought in what was a sea of irrational behavior and unjust thinking. Of course I don't know how far her lawsuit actually got her. The inconsistencies and hypocrisies in all the trials is comical. The evidence used against her was so bizarre. You have to wonder if some of these people really did believe what they were saying or if they were making accusations out of spite or malice. They all seemed so prone to paranoia about anything that might deviate slightly from the religious norm.--Emma Peck | ||
== Bridget Bishop convicted of witchcraft 1692; “Casco Girls” accuse George Burroughs, 1692 == | == Bridget Bishop convicted of witchcraft 1692; “Casco Girls” accuse George Burroughs, 1692 == | ||
