Case Number: 4338

Murphy, Mrs. Anna. 23 yrs. Died from an abortion performed by Mrs. Carolina Adams who was held by Cor. Jury. 23d Prect.



Circumstances

Date of Offense April 1, 1911
Date of Death April 1, 1911
Type of Death Accident
Description Illegal abortion
Total Number of Victims 1
Type of Accident Death from abortion

Victim

Name Murphy, Mrs. Anna
Age 23 years
Gender Female
Race White
Ethnicity Irish

Defendant

Name Adams, Mrs. Carolina
Gender Female
Ethnicity Irish
Race White
Employed Yes
Employment Type Employed, professional (incl. police and military)
Occupation/ Skill Nurse, Midwife

Police

Precinct 23
Allegations of Police Corruption No
Total Number of Defendants Arrested 1

Legal

Type of Legal Decision Recorded Coroner's verdict only
Allegations of Police Corruption No