Case Number: 1954
Paffrath, Mrs. L. 21 ys. old, died at German American hospital from effects of an abortion. 41st Prect. Alice Rastone and Hacrone Schuetner, midwives, held by Coroner, July 25-07. Alice F. Gustafson arrested and held. "No bill" by Grand Jury, September, 1907.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | July 21, 1907 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | July 21, 1907 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | German American Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | German American Hospital |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Paffrath, Mrs. L. |
|---|---|
| Age | 21 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | German American |
Defendant
| Name | Gustafson Alice F. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, skilled (butcher, electrician, cab drivers, street car, etc.) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Other, professional |
Police
| Precinct | 41 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 25-Jul-07 |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Days |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 3 |
Legal
| 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 | September 15, 1907 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
