Case Number: 3720
Gorman, Mrs. Emelia Stade - Age 29 - Died at St. Mary's Hospital from a criminal abortion performed by Mrs. Anna Sorenson who was held by the Coroner. 34th Pct. Sept. 1917 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | August 10, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | August 10, 1917 |
| Address | St. Mary's Hosp. |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | St. Mary's Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | St. Mary's Hospital |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Gorman, Emelia |
|---|---|
| Age | 29 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | St. Mary's Hospital |
Defendant
| Name | Sorenson, Anna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Outside labor force (incl. criminals) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Nurse, Midwife |
Police
| Precinct | 34 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| 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 | September 1, 1917 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
