How James "Purlie" Wilson, the Strathaven Weaver, was tried on contrived charges of treason and executed on Glasgow Green at 3:00pm on 30 August, 1820.

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The Strathaven Weaver

The By The Way podcast is about fascinating Scotland. John Boyd explores everything from the wonder of unicorns to the mysteries of haggis. The By The Way podcast is an anthology of conversations and true stories spoken through the thistle. A new season and upgraded format is due for release soon. Meantime, please enjoy the back catalogue from Arran.

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