Case Number: 250
Braun, Mrs. Bessie, 22 yrs., died from abortion in Michael Reese Hospital. Mrs. Julia Gibson, who was arrested for the crime, attempted suicide by shooting in same hospital. 23d Prect. Held by Coroner's Jury, April 7, 1906. Julia Gibson acquitted in Judge Ball's court, May 31, 1907.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | March 7, 1906 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 7, 1906 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | Michael Reese Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Michael Reese Hospital |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Braun, Mrs. Bessie |
|---|---|
| Age | 22 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Michael Reese Hospit |
Defendant
| Name | Gibson, Julia |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Business Owner | Illegal enterprise |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, skilled (butcher, electrician, cab drivers, street car, etc.) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Nurse, Midwife |
Police
| Precinct | 23 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Arrest Made at Crime Scene | Yes |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 7-Apr-06 |
| Location of Arrest | Michael Reese Hospital |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Less than 1 day |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | April 7, 1906 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Trial Judge | Ball |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | May 31, 1906 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment, other homicide, homicide unspecified |
| Outcome of Trial | Acquitted |
