| Reference Number | t17160517-42 |
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| Verdict | Guilty |
| Sentence | Death |
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Priscilla Spencer , of the Parish of St. Margaret Westminster , was indicted for breaking, the House of the Reverend John Harris , D.D. and Stealing thence a Hat,7 Wiggs, 1 Gown, and three Cassocks, value 8l. in the Day-time , on the 5th Instant. The Evidence was very clear and strong against her, and the Jury found her Guilty .