Woehler v. Woehler

On June 21, 1930, defendant was awarded a decree of separate maintenance. By its terms plaintiff was ordered to pay for defendant’s permanent support and maintenance the sum of $150 per month, payable on the first day of each month, commencing July 1, 1930. The decree was subsequently modified so that for about the period of one year the award was reduced to $100 per month.

In April, 1936, defendant filed an affidavit charging plaintiff with contempt for failure to pay the sum of $150 due on October 1, 1934, and the sum of $150 due November 1, 1934. Before hearing was had on the alleged…