Sams v. Sams

In this casé the plaintiff,'alleging herself to be the lawful wife of defendant, brings suit for separate maintenance.

The defendant, by answer, makes denial and specifically states • that the relation of husband and wife does' not exist.

Plaintiff, after issué joined, filed motion for temporary alimpny and attorney fees.'

The trial court, made an-award of $50 attorney fees--in favor of the plaintiff and against defendant. From¡ this .judgment of award the defendant has appealed.

We will continue to refer to the parties as plaintiff and defendant.: We find no Missouri decision where á -question…