Case Number: 5121
Schofield, Mannie L. - Age 33 - Died from an abortion at 325 So. Robey St., operation performed by Dr. Fred L. Orsinger, who with Thos. F. Schofield (her husband) were held by the Coroner 3/15/17. - 28 Pct. March 1917 No bill on her husband. 5/8/20 - Orsinger acquitted - Brentano.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | March 13, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 15, 1917 |
| Address | 325 S Robey |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 2 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Schofield, Hannie L |
|---|---|
| Age | 33 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
Defendant
| Name | Orsinger, Dr. Fred L |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Irish |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 28 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 2 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | March 15, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Trial Judge | Brentano |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
| Jury Verdict | Yes |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | May 8, 1920 |
| Outcome of Trial | Acquitted |
