Hellums v. Hellums

GRISSOM, Chief Justice.

Thelma Jo Heliums obtained a divorce from her husband, custody of their children and a partition of the community estate. The homestead, consisting of one acre of land and a house, was awarded to the wife, along with certain other property. All other community property was awarded to the defendant. The defendant, James Harold Heliums, has appealed.

The appellant presents but one point of error, to-wit: that the court erred in divesting appellant of title to real estate, which is prohibited by Article 4638. Appellant cites as authority therefor, among others, the opinion…