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Indictment for first-degree murder, 1854

 Item — Folder: SC-25, Item: 18

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains assorted documents including sub poenas, written testimony, physicians’ and coroners’ reports, a sentence, and other court paperwork related to the trial of Alfred Artis of Shelby County, Ohio. Documents for two cases involving the State of Ohio v. Alfred Artis appear in the collection. Artis was accused in 1852 of sexually assaulting Rhoda Artis, his daughter, and in 1854 of causing the death of Emma Artis, another daughter. Researchers should be aware that this collection contains detailed written descriptions of potentially disturbing situations including rape, abuse, and death.

Dates

  • Creation: 1854

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on accessing material in this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Wright State University Libraries
Special Collections and Archives
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton OH 45435-0001 USA
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