This story of Linda Martel, whose father at her birth pleaded with the attendant physicians that she should not be allowed to live, is one that should be read by all who favour euthanasia or abortion of an imperfect foetus. It may cause them to change their minds.
In her short life of five years and two months Linda acquired a remarkable reputation as a healer. So much so that many years after her death in 1961 her parents continued to supply snippets of her clothing to sick enquirers who, allegedly, gained benefit therefrom. Her healing ability first became apparent at the age of three. In addition, and when even younger, she possessed a commanding presence, a gentle authority that surprised all whom she met. Although like any small child, and especially one so disabled, Linda was entirely dependent upon her family, yet when giving healing she controlled events with an ability well beyond her years. Many who knew her felt that they were speaking to a mature and wise woman. Seldom depressed, this child had a strong sense of humour; one of those rare souls whose being so exuded happiness as to envelop within it all whom she contacted. An intriguing story about a remarkable child. Linda Martel born at 3.30 a.m. on Tuesday, 21st August 1956 at the Amherst Maternity Hospital, St Peter Port, Guernsey. She died of Kidney failure on 20th October 1961.
