Hinson v. Hinson

Candler, Justice.

John B. Hinson sued Roberta E. Hinson for divorce on the ground of wilful desertion. She answered his petition and denied its substantial allegations and by cross action charged him with cruel treatment. She prayed for a divorce, for temporary and permanent alimony and for expenses of litigation. They had no minor children. The jury returned the following verdict: “We the jury find in favor of divorce for both parties and award to defendant alimony in the amount of $9,000.” The plaintiff moved for a new trial on. the usual general grounds and amended his motion by adding…