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 |