In re Kelly

J. Kenneth Servé, J.

This is a proceeding instituted by the Orleans County Commissioner of Public Welfare pursuant to article 3 of the Social Welfare Law and section 914 of the Code of Criminal Procedure for the purpose of compelling Stanley Cook to contribute to the support and maintenance of his mother, Ruth Cook, who is 79 years of age and a recipient of public assistance.

On April 2, 1957 an application was made to the Orleans County Welfare Department for medical and special needs for Mrs. Ruth Cook and since the 26th day of July, 1957 and up to the present time she has been a nursing home…