Case Number: 317
Braasch, Mrs. Pauline, 32 years, died at home, 3342 N. Halsted St., from abortion. Elizabeth Burns arrested and held by Coroner's Jury Nov. 14, 1910. 42d Prect. No bill by Nov. Grand Jury.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 13, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 13, 1910 |
| Address | 3342 N. Halsted |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | at home |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | at home |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
| Type of Residence | Residence of victim |
Victim
| Name | Braasch, Pauline (Mrs.) |
|---|---|
| Age | 32 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
| Occupation/ Skill | Housewife |
Defendant
| Name | Burns, Elizabeth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Nurse, Midwife |
Police
| Precinct | 42 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Arrest Made at Crime Scene | Yes |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 13-Nov-10 |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Less than 1 day |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | November 14, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | November 15, 1910 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
