Clinton Cotton Mills v. United States

SOPER, Circuit Judge.

This is an appeal from a conviction under 50 U.S.C.A.Appendix, § 530, which provides that it shall be a misdemeanor to knowingly take part, or to attempt to do so, in the eviction of the wife, children, or other dependents of a person in military service from any premises occupied chiefly for dwelling purposes, the agreed rent for which does not exceed $80 per month, except upon leave of court granted upon application therefor or granted in any proceeding or action affecting the right of possession. The benefits of this section are extended to persons ordered to report…