Commonwealth Ex Rel. Cartmell v. Cartmell

Opinion by

Hirt, J.,. The parties were married in 1919.; they separated in 1925 when relatrix left the common home. Although this action for support was not brought by her until August 20,1946, she has accounted for the delay. At the time of the separation respondent was employed as a waiter and his wages were meagre. For the past twelve years he has had a one-half interest in a small hotel and taproom, which produces an income in an undetermined amount. Relatrix until recently, when her health failed, has been able and. willing to support herself. The lower court did not accept her testimony…