Salem Witch Trials Daily: The Carrier Brothers’ Confessions and a Petition for Mary Bradbury (July 22, 1692)We race back into the Salem courtroom on July 22, 1692 as Richard and 14-year-old Andrew Carrier face a relentless witchcraft examination alongside the Laceys—complete with claims of spectral attacks, accusations tied to Timothy Swan’s burning and torment, and shifting stories about who wielded the supernatural “pipe.” A fresh arrest warrant targets Martha Emerson, with orders to search for poppets, and the constable reports seizing her in Haverhill. Under harsh restraint and intense pressure, Richard pivots from denial to a detailed confession featuring the devil’s book, witch meetings in Samuel Parris’ meadow, and a widening list of alleged participants—while Andrew follows with his own account of signing for five years’ service. We close on a striking note of resistance: 115 neighbors submit a powerful petition defending Mary Bradbury’s character and godliness.00:00 Daily Introduction00:24 Warrant for Emerson00:54 Carriers Examined01:27 Laceys Accusations03:08 Afflicted Torments03:36 Richard Confesses04:58 Witch Meetings Named06:55 Andrew Confession08:57 Bradbury Defense PetitionShop our curated selection of witch trial booksEnd Witch Hunts nonprofitThe Thing About Witch HuntsThe Thing About the Salem Witch Trials