Case Number: 858
Gaiewski, Mrs. Florence, died in St. Mary's Hospital from abortion. Dr. Ladislaw Slominski arrested Sept. 4, and held by Coroner's Jury Sept. 8. 32d Prect. Discharged by Grand Jury, September term, 1903.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | September 3, 1903 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Gaieweski, Florence |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Polish |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | St. Mary's |
Defendant
| Name | Slominski, Ladislaw |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Polish |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 32 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 4-Sep-03 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | September 8, 1903 |
|---|---|
| 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 15, 1903 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
