Account of Dr. Alex. Leighton and of his sentence
MS. Rawl. C. 839, fol. 10
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Title
Account of Dr. Alex. Leighton and of his sentence
Shelfmark
MS. Rawl. C. 839, fol. 10
Summary
The writer, who was evidently present at these trials, ends his account of Leighton thus: "This I observed likewise, that each man, both Scottish and English, concurred in giving Layton the greatest and severest punishment that ever was given in that Court for any offence."
Date
4 Jun 1630
Language
English
Physical extent
1 item
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Collection contents
Rawlinson C: History, Theology
Short notes of some proceedings in the Court of Star-Chamber
Account of Dr. Alex. Leighton and of his sentence
