One of the reasons the hangings stopped after September 22nd was the growing public outcry and dissent against the Salem witch trials. As more individuals were accused and executed, including respected members of the community, skepticism about the legitimacy of the trials increased. Additionally, Governor Phips intervened, eventually halting the proceedings and disbanding the court, recognizing the need for a more rational approach to accusations of witchcraft.
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