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Tag: Mark Quilter

Mark Quilter, upon complaint against him for striking Rebeckah Shatswell

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

Mark Quilter and Rebekkah Shatswell arguing over a porridge

Mark Quilter was a cow-keeper on the north side of town with a reputation for drinking. When Goodwife Shatswell visited Goodwife Quilter and insulted both of them, Quilter lost his temper.

Posted in LegendsTagged 1647, Court, Mark Quilter, Shatswell, women

Rowdy Nights at Quartermaster Perkins’ Tavern

January 21, 2021January 14, 2023 Gordon Harris3 Comments

The Quartermaster's house became the scene more than once of violent disorder. The company's behavior was so scandalous that the whole lot were summoned to Ipswich Court on May 1, 1672.

Posted in Legends, StoriesTagged Court, Ipswich, Mark Quilter, Perkins, Quartermaster, tavern

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