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Slade on Trial
Henry Slade, on trial at Bow Street, London, is accused of trickery by Professor Ray Lankester
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1876 Accused Lankester Mediumship Professor Slade Trial Trickery Paranormal
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This striking photograph captures the intense moment of Henry Slade's trial at Bow Street, London, in 1876. Slade, a well-known medium and spiritualist, stood accused of trickery by Professor Ray Lankester, a prominent skeptic and scientist. The trial, held at the Bow Street Police Court, drew significant attention from the public and the press, as the paranormal world was a subject of great fascination and controversy during this time. Slade, dressed in a formal suit and looking directly at the camera, appears calm and composed despite the serious allegations against him. Professor Lankester, standing to his left, looks determined and resolute, holding a small object in his hand. Reports suggest that this object was a piece of bent metal rod, which Lankester claimed Slade had manipulated during a seance to create the illusion of supernatural phenomena. The trial marked a significant moment in the history of spiritualism and the paranormal, as it highlighted the growing skepticism towards mediums and their abilities. The incident also underscored the importance of scientific inquiry and critical thinking in evaluating claims of the supernatural. Despite the outcome of the trial, Slade continued to practice as a medium, and the debate over the authenticity of spiritualism and mediumship persisted for decades. This photograph offers a glimpse into a fascinating moment in history, when the boundaries between science and the supernatural were being tested and challenged. It also serves as a reminder of the enduring human fascination with the unknown and the mysteries of the universe.
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