Dr. Robert D. Spencer, known as the "Angel of Ashland," performed between 40,000 and 100,000 abortions here in a pre-Roe v. Wade age. He allegedly built quarters here for Black patients who could not stay anywhere in town. Only a vacant lot is here now. See https://www.inquirer.com/life/pennsylvania-roe-abortion-provider-ashland-history-20220505.html.
Publication date | May 09, 2022 |
Neighborhood | Schuylkill County |
Dr. Robert D. Spencer, known as the "Angel of Ashland," performed between 40,000 and 100,000 abortions here in a pre-Roe v. Wade age. He allegedly built quarters here for Black patients who could not stay anywhere in town. Only a vacant lot is here now. See https://www.inquirer.com/life/pennsylvania-roe-abortion-provider-ashland-history-20220505.html.