In Re Guardianship of Lancey

This is a companion case to Lancey v. Shelley, a habeas corpus case, 232 Iowa 178, 2 N. W. 2d 781. The facts in relation to the parties are set out in such case and we need not repeat what has there been said. In that case fhere was an appointment of guardian, which was made without petition or notice, but which need not now be considered.

In the habeas corpus case, tried in November 1940, the custody was awarded to the aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Shelley, who have had the care of said child since the death of the mother, and, in connection with her, for a considerable .time prior to her…