Danforth's statement to Francis Nurse is illogical because he insists that the court must prioritize maintaining its authority and reputation over seeking the truth. By emphasizing the court's integrity, he ignores the fundamental principle of justice, which is to discern guilt or innocence based on evidence. This reflects a flawed reasoning where preserving the court's image takes precedence over the lives and rights of the accused, showcasing a dangerous misalignment of justice and power.
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Rebecca Nurse was a holy woman who loved God and was accused of witchcraft, Francis was Rebecca's husband and a well respected wealthy landowner in Salem
Francis Nurse was Rebecca Nurse' husband and a very respected man in Salem until his death, but even after his death we was greatly respected and appreciated.
Giles Corey and Francis Nurse arrive at the Proctor house because both of their wives were taken in for questioning about witchcraft.
Thomas Putnam
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Rebecca Nurse was a holy woman who loved God and was accused of witchcraft, Francis was Rebecca's husband and a well respected wealthy landowner in Salem
Francis Nurse was Rebecca Nurse' husband and a very respected man in Salem until his death, but even after his death we was greatly respected and appreciated.
Giles Corey and Francis Nurse arrive at the Proctor house because both of their wives were taken in for questioning about witchcraft.
Thomas Putnam
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He was 74 during the trials in 1692.
Rebecca Nurse - Francis Nurse's wife. Rebecca is a wise, sensible, and upright woman, held in tremendous regard by most of the Salem community. However, she falls victim to the hysteria when the Putnams accuse her of witchcraft and she refuses to confess.Francis Nurse - A wealthy, influential man in Salem. Nurse is well respected by most people in Salem, but is an enemy of Thomas Putnam and his wife.
Francis Nurse, husband to Rebecca Nurse, was highly respected in the Puritan community in Salem, Massachusetts. Francis warns Judge Danforth of Abigail's lies and accusations. Danforth cannot believe he is being coaxed. Francis: "Excellency, we have proof for your eyes; God forbid you shut them to it. The girls, sir, the girls are frauds." Danforth: "What's that?" Francis: "We have proof of it, sir. They are all deceiving you." Hathorne: "This is contempt, sir, contempt!" Danforth: "Peace Mr. Hathorne. Do you know who I am, Mr. Nurse?" Francis: "I surely do, sir, and I think you must be a wise judge to be what you are." Danforth: "And do you know that near to four hundred are in the jails from Marblehead to Lynn, and upon my signature" Francis: "I-" Danforth: "And seventy-two condemned to hang by that signature" Francis: "Excellency, I have never thought to say it to such a weighty judge, but you are being deceived."
Francis Nurse was a prominent and respected member of the Salem community during the witch trials. He and his wife, Rebecca Nurse, were accused of witchcraft in 1692, largely due to personal grudges and the hysteria surrounding the trials. While Rebecca was ultimately executed, Francis Nurse was arrested but was not executed; he died in prison in 1695. His case exemplifies the tragic consequences of the witch trials on innocent lives and the impact of fear-driven accusations.
Giles Corey and Francis Nurse visit John Proctor because their wives are also accused of witchcraft. Together they try to disrupt the court proceedings and get the truth out in the open at last.