Diary of Samuel Sewall

  • Went to Salem

    Went to Salem where the persons accused of witchcraft were examined.
  • Execution at Salem

    George Burroughs, John Willard, John Procter, Martha Carrier, and George Jacobs were executed at Salem. All said they were inocent.
  • Bill is Sent

    Bill is sent in about calling a fast, and convocation of ministers that may be led in the right way as to the witchcrafts.
  • Reminder of Salem Tragedy

    Sam recites verses from Mathew. The 7th verse reminded him of the Salem Tragedy.
  • Reading of the Bill

    Copy of the bill I put up on the fast day, giving it to Mr. Willard as he passed by, and standing up at the reading of it, and bowing when it was finished.

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