The Death of Elizabeth Ballard in Andover: July 27, 1692
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The Death of Elizabeth Ballard in Andover: July 27, 1692
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Andover’s Turning Point: Elizabeth Ballard’s Death and the Wardwell PanicWe trace the pivotal day in the Salem Witch Trials—Wednesday, July 27, 1692—when Elizabeth Phelps Ballard dies in Andover, cementing fears of lethal witchcraft and triggering the Andover witch hunt. Our focus is the tragic chain reaction around Samuel Wardwell, a local fortune teller whose anxiety and attempt to preempt suspicion inadvertently plants the idea of bewitchment in Joseph Ballard’s mind, leading to the unprecedented decision to bring Salem Village’s afflicted girls to Andover. Their judgment fuels accusations that ultimately sweep up 45 residents and devastate the Wardwell household, ending with Samuel’s hanging on September 22, 1692. We also follow spectral testimony involving Ann Pudeator and note Governor William Phips commissioning Anthony Checkley to prosecute offenders in Boston.00:00 Daily Introduction00:09 Ballard Illness Sparks Fear00:53 Wardwell Anxiety Spreads01:38 Afflicted Girls Arrive01:58 Andover Hunt Snowballs02:23 Wardwell Trial Fallout02:53 Pudeator Spectral Sighting03:27 Phips Names Prosecutor