Lester Adelson Papers
Lester Adelson 1964
A 1939 graduate of Tufts College Medical School, Dr. Adelson arrived in Cleveland in 1950 to become the Chief Pathologist for Cuyahoga County Coroner's Office and two years later was named the Chief Deputy Coroner. He retained that position, almost continuously, until his retirement in 1987. Dr. Adelson spent 30 years dealing with the tragic result of criminal activity and became sensitive to the need for delicate communication with bereaved families. His outspoken support of gun control and tough child abuse laws brought him national recognition. At the same time, Adelson was Professor of Forensic Pathology for Case Western Reserve University and instructed students in the newly developed Medicine and Law Program.
The Adelson collection is housed in 17 boxes and includes biographical information, correspondence with former colleagues just prior to Adelson's retirement in 1987, extensive newspaper clipping file that lends context to Adelson's interest in gun control, child abuse and violence in urban settings. Also included are photographs of Adelson from his college days through his years as Deputy Coroner. Transcripts from various criminal cases for which Adelson served as expert witness.
Special Note: There is no material in this collection related to the Dr. Sam Sheppard Case.
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