Ancient witch potion discovered at British pub

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Angeline Tubbs, known as the Witch of Saratoga
Angeline Tubbs, known as the Witch of Saratoga
(Image credit: Saratoga Springs Public Library)

A bottle of potion thought to have been used to ward off evil spells in Victorian times has been discovered at the birthplace of a “witch”. The vessel was found during roof repairs at the former Star and Garter Inn in Watford village, Northamptonshire. It contains fish hooks, human teeth, glass and a liquid. Angeline Tubbs, known as the Witch of Saratoga, was born at the former pub in about 1761, before she moved to New York.

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