Tragedy at Fearn Abbey
A harrowing article from the Ipswich Journal reporting on the collapse of the roof of Fearn Abbey during a service.
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The Kidnap of Murdo McRory 1607
A petition by Thomas Ross regarding a violent dispute between the Rosses of Shandwick and Rarichie.
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Tain Burgh Books 1663
17th Century Crime and Punishment and the horrific use of a Cucking-stool in the Royal Burgh of Tain.
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The Murder of Agnes Ross of Balnagown and Alexander Gibson of Nigg.
Murder and Execution in early 17th century Scotland.
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The Trial of Catherine Ross Lady Fowlis
A short story concerning the infamous trial of Catherine Ross Lady Fowlis for witchcraft.
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Tain’s Horrible Histories - Janet nein Gibbie Gow
The story of Janet nein Gibbie Gow - a grim tale of witch trials and crimes of sorcery.
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The Burning of St Duthac's Chapel
One of the most horrific incidents in Tain’s past occurred in 1427 when the Laird of Freswick, Alexander Mowat and his kinsmen were burned to death in the Chapel of St Duthac in Tain by Thomas Mackay of Creich.
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