Burton v. Burton

The trial judge, Powers, J., ordered appellant (Burton) to pay $900 per month to appellee (wife) as alimony and $700 per month for the maintenance and support of three minor children. This appeal reflects Burton’s dissatisfaction with the turn of events. We shall state only the facts relevant to the narrow question presented for our consideration.

The parties were married in 1948. They have four daughters, the oldest of whom is now married. Burton’s net worth of $400,-000 reflects his success in business. At the time of trial his annual income was in excess of $55,000. Their home in…