Case Number: 3614
Fowler, Adelaide - Age 38 - Died from a criminal abortion at her home, 6908 Perry Ave., said abortion performed by Dr. Barney Welty, who, on August 3, 1920, was held by the Coroner. 11 Prct. Aug. 1920, No Bills.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | July 27, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | July 27, 1920 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 6908 perry Av |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | her home |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | her home |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
| Type of Residence | Residence of victim |
Victim
| Name | Fowler, Adelaide |
|---|---|
| Age | 38 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Welfy, Barney |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 11 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Days |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | August 3, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | August 1, 1920 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
