Yankulov v. Bushong

This is an action in habeas corpus brought in this court by Nellie Yankulov, on behalf of Steve Yankulov, her minor son.

In the petition it is alleged that Steve Yankulov has been confined in Lima State Hospital at Lima, Ohio, since the 13th day of March 1945, and that he is sane and is being unlawfully restrained of his liberty by Dr. R. E. Bushong, superintendent of the hospital.

In his return to the writ of habeas corpus issued on the petition the respondent represents to the court that he has had Steve Yankulov in. his custody since the date mentioned, by virtue of a commitment of the…