A Hidden Birth in Leith c1720
Sheriff Brae c 1850
Sugarhouse Close
Acknowledgement-NAS
The Coal hill facing the Sheriff Brae early 19th century
Women who gave birth to still born children at this time could face execution for infanticide and this is what is concerning this case. It is interesting as the document mentions “John Forrest workman at the Sugarhouse Leith” and the accused “Catherine Walker” of the Sheriff Brae
