Kitchen v. Kitchen

Plaintiff’s right to divorce was uncontested. Defendant in his answer admitted the allegation of cruel and inhuman treatment but denied the right to permanent alimony. The trial court awarded plaintiff the custody of the minor son and gave her all bonds held by the parties ($600), all household goods, and permanent alimony in the sum of $125 per month. A further sum of $25 per month was allowed her for support money for the minor son (born March 1, 1945), and fees of plaintiff’s attorney in the sum of $125.

The decree gave defendant an electric fan, Chevrolet coupé, one share of stock in…