Case Number: 2393
Shirah, Mrs. Ellen, 34 yrs., 1345 Central Av., Highland Park, Ill., died at Augustano Hosp. on Aug. 30 from abortion committed by some unknown doctor. 40 pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | August 30, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | August 31, 1910 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 day |
| Address | 1345 Central Highland Park |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
| Type of Residence | Residence of victim |
Victim
| Name | Shirah, Ellen |
|---|---|
| Age | 34 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Augustano Hosp. |
Defendant
| Employed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
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Legal
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | None |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
