The New York Magic Expo is an annual event that showcases the world of magic and illusion. It brings together magicians, illusionists, and magic enthusiasts from all over the world to celebrate the art of magic. The main idea of the event is to offer a platform for magic professionals to showcase their skills and talents, as well as allowing magic enthusiasts to witness incredible performances and participate in various magic-related activities. The New York Magic Expo features a variety of shows, workshops, and lectures conducted by renowned magicians. These performances and workshops provide an opportunity for magicians and enthusiasts to learn new tricks and techniques, as well as gain insights from experts in the field. There are also competitions held during the expo, where magicians can showcase their talents and compete for prestigious titles and prizes.

First Salem witch hanging

In Salem Village in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Bridget Bishop, the first colonist to be tried in the Salem witch trials, is hanged after being found guilty of the practice of witchcraft.

Trouble in the small Puritan community began in February 1692, when nine-year-old Elizabeth Parris and 11-year-old Abigail Williams, the daughter and niece, respectively, of the Reverend Samuel Parris, began experiencing fits and other mysterious maladies. A doctor concluded that the children were suffering from the effects of witchcraft, and the young girls corroborated the doctor’s diagnosis. Under compulsion from the doctor and their parents, the girls named those allegedly responsible for their suffering.

On March 1, Sarah Goode, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba, an enslaved woman from Barbados, became the first Salem residents to be charged with the capital crime of witchcraft. Later that day, Tituba confessed to the crime and subsequently aided the authorities in identifying more Salem witches. With encouragement from adults in the community, the girls, who were soon joined by other “afflicted” Salem residents, accused a widening circle of local residents of witchcraft, mostly middle-aged women but also several men and even one four-year-old child. During the next few months, the afflicted area residents incriminated more than 150 women and men from Salem Village and the surrounding areas of satanic practices.

In June 1692, the special Court of Oyer and Terminer [“to hear and to decide”] convened in Salem under Chief Justice William Stoughton to judge the accused. The first to be tried was Bridget Bishop of Salem, who was accused of witchcraft by more individuals than any other defendant. Bishop, known around town for her dubious moral character, frequented taverns, dressed flamboyantly (by Puritan standards), and was married three times. She professed her innocence but was found guilty and executed by hanging on June 10. Thirteen more women and five men from all stations of life followed her to the gallows, and one man, Giles Corey, was executed by crushing. Most of those tried were condemned on the basis of the witnesses’ behavior during the actual proceedings, characterized by fits and hallucinations that were argued to have been caused by the defendants on trial.

In October 1692, Governor William Phipps of Massachusetts ordered the Court of Oyer and Terminer dissolved and replaced with the Superior Court of Judicature, which forbade the type of sensational testimony allowed in the earlier trials. Executions ceased, and the Superior Court eventually released all those awaiting trial and pardoned those sentenced to death. The Salem witch trials, which resulted in the executions of 19 innocent women and men, had effectively ended.

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The Home of the First Man Accused of Witchcraft Hits the Market for $600K

There are also competitions held during the expo, where magicians can showcase their talents and compete for prestigious titles and prizes. In addition to performances and workshops, the New York Magic Expo also hosts a trade show, where vendors from the magic industry showcase and sell their latest products and props. This provides a unique opportunity for attendees to browse and purchase a variety of magic-related items, including props, books, DVDs, and accessories.

With the Halloween season upon us, the 1638 home of John Proctor, a vocal opponent of the trials, comes to market at just the right time

The infamous Salem Witch Trials are a captivating aspect of American history with over 200 people having been accused and 19 executed as witches. Timed perfectly for the Halloween season, the 1638 house of John Proctor, one of the victims of the trials, is on the market for $600,000.

When the witchcraft mania first started during the winter in 1692 in Salem village, Proctor was an avid opponent of the trials and said that the women who had been making the accusations of witchcraft were lying. Proctor was accused of witchcraft in Salem and hanged in 1692. He was the first man to be accused of witchcraft.

The 3,910-square-foot Peabody, Massachusetts property is being sold by realtor Joe Cipoletta of J. Barrett and Co. Labeled a historic residence by the Peabody Historical Commission.

“Money is tight, and a lot of people want it,” Dick St. Pierre, the president of the historical society told The Salem News. “So we have to present a really strong case. What we’re worried about is if it becomes privately-owned, it denies the public from seeing the building.”

Wooden beams and brick fireplaces within the home retain the architecture of that period. However, the home has been modernized with contemporary appliances and an in-ground pool in the backyard. As reported by the Salem News, Vice President of the Peabody Historical Society Michael Bonafonti and his colleagues in the Historical Society are looking into funds to purchase the property, with the possibility of it being opened to the public.

Bridget Bishop, Hanged, June 10, 1692

Hysteria, wrongly accused for a crime you didn’t commit, tried, and hanged; try and picture what life was like in Salem Village, 1692. The people of Salem Village had to face an immeasurable number of elements that constantly worked against them: unpredictable weather with no protection against the bitter New England cold, performed back-breaking daily chores their farmland needed, and maintained the mindset of the Puritan religion: the fear that the devil exists and might very well walk among us.

The courts during that time functioned completely different than the ones we know today, and allowed the inclusion of spectral evidence. Spectral evidence was when the witness would testify that the accused person’s spirit or spectral shape appeared to her/him in a dream at the time that their physical body was at another location. It was because of this “evidence” that 19 people were hanged and one man was pressed to death during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692.

The first person to be tried, found guilty, and hanged on June 10, was the innocent Bridget Bishop. Bridget was known throughout the Salem area for her un-Puritan like behavior of flamboyant dress, tavern frequenting, and multiple marriages. In an effort to avoid being hanged, Bridget admitted guilt and denounced her good name in the community. She was found guilty by the testimonials of numerous townspeople (more than any other defendant) and was therefore executed on June 10, 1692.

To learn more about Bridget Bishop and the Salem Witch Trials on your next visit to Salem, visit these attractions:

• Cry Innocent
• Salem Wax Museum
• Salem Witch Museum
• The Salem Museum
• The Witch House
• Witch Dungeon Museum
• Witch History Museum
• Witch Trials Memorial
• … or take a walking tour!

Find virtual tours, events and programming in Salem here, or follow the sites on social media to learn more.

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The New York Magic Expo attracts a diverse audience, ranging from professional magicians to amateurs, as well as curious onlookers. It serves as a great platform for networking and building connections within the magic community, as attendees have the opportunity to interact with fellow magicians and enthusiasts, share ideas, and exchange experiences. Overall, the New York Magic Expo is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the world of magic. It offers a unique opportunity to witness incredible performances, learn new tricks, and connect with fellow magic enthusiasts. Whether you are a professional magician or simply a fan of magic, the New York Magic Expo is an event not to be missed..

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