What great insight into the legal defense for mental illness of the day! I know epilepsy was often seen as a sign of insanity or even possession, but some of what is described just seems like grumpy old folks yelling “get off my lawn” to a boy who was maybe slowed down by illness and his life situations.
Great research and storytelling, as always. Can’t wait to hear more witnesses!
I always knew those Boatrights were a shady bunch!!!! lol
Evidently, you were right!!! It gets worse.
What great insight into the legal defense for mental illness of the day! I know epilepsy was often seen as a sign of insanity or even possession, but some of what is described just seems like grumpy old folks yelling “get off my lawn” to a boy who was maybe slowed down by illness and his life situations.
Great research and storytelling, as always. Can’t wait to hear more witnesses!