Benjamin v. Benjamin

The original order in this matter entered in 1944 required the father to make weekly payments of twelve dollars through the Probation Department for the benefit of the child whose custody was committed to her grandparents. This decree was made under the provisions of R. L., c. 339, s. 33, which provides as follows: “Support of children. In cases where husband and wife are living apart the court, upon petition of either party, may make such order as to the custody and maintenance of the children as justice may require; and all appropriate provisions of this chapter shall apply to such…