Bockman v. Bockman

On November 22, 1940, appellee brought suit for maintenance of herself and child against appellant, in the chancery court of Phillips county, alleging that they were married on December 24,1925, and that a boy child was born to them who is now twelve years of age, and that appellant, although able to do so, refuses to further contribute to their support.

Appellant filed an answer admitting the duty rests upon him to contribute a reasonable amount toward the support of the child, but denies any liability to support appellee for the reason that she has failed and refused to come from New York,…