Case Number: 4184
Karies, Francis - Age 19 - Died at the Swedish Covenant Hosp. from a criminal abortion performed at Akron, Ohio, by Dr. Milliken whose arrest was recommended by the Coroner. 26 Pct.
Circumstances
Date of Death | October 23, 1920 |
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Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
Location Description | Akron, Ohio |
Type of Death | Accident |
Description | Illegal abortion |
Total Number of Victims | 1 |
Location | Akron, Ohio |
Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
Name | Karies, Francis |
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Age | 19 years |
Gender | Female |
Race | White |
Ethnicity | Other, european |
Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Swedish Covenant Hos |
Defendant
Name | Milliken, |
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Gender | Male |
Ethnicity | Irish |
Race | White |
Employed | Yes |
Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
Precinct | 25 |
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Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Legal
Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Recommended investigation/arrest |
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Charges Against Defendant | No |
Type of Legal Decision Recorded | None |
Allegations of Police Corruption | No |