Spirit Guides and Spinsters
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Dr Lizanne Henderson and Laura Moffat on Bessie Dunlop - a fairy healer claimed she met with a dead man in 16th century Ayrshire - why was she accused as a witch? Dr Kevin Sienna on 18th century VD treatment and the beginnings of medical confidentiality (archive interview). Do not try this at home. Dr Valerie Wright on Crathie Court and accommodation for single working women in Glasgow
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