In Victoria Law's publication, "Invisibility of Women Prisoner Resistance," she briefly discusses the Bedford Hills Women's Correctional Facility strikes on page 2. Here is the link: http://bermudaradical.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/invisibility-of-women-prisoner-resistance-by-victoria-law.pdf
(It may be more effective to right-click and save the link than to open in a browser)
She mentions that this event was called the "August Rebellion" and did not receive much media attention. However, it was briefly covered in a back story by the The New York Times. I was able to find a list of stories that may be relevant (the first 3 seem the most relevant) to your search: http://bit.ly/m8pcGK Though they are for purchase through the website, you may be able to find them available for viewing in microfilm at your local academic/public library.