Case Number: 5139
Skoza, Helen - Age 31 - Died at the Henroten Hospital, 939 N. LaSalle St., from a criminal abortion performed by Elizabeth Schade, who, on 7/5 was held by the Coroner. 39 Pct. 11/22/18 s/o - Kersten.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | July 3, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Address | 939 N LaSalle |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Skoza, Helen |
|---|---|
| Age | 31 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | German |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Henroten Hos |
Defendant
| Name | Elizabeth Schade |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 39 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | July 5, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Trial Judge | Kersten |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
| Jury Verdict | Yes |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | November 22, 1918 |
| Number of Times Case Stricken Off | 1 |
| Outcome of Trial | Stricken off |
