In Re Chandler

Petition for a writ of habeas corpiis. The facts are uncontroverted, and so far as pertinent hereto are that during November, 1938, petitioner and his wife separated, and by mutual consent petitioner took custody of their three minor children. At the time of the separation petitioner, his wife and children were all residents of the county of Los Angeles in this state. After retaining exclusive possession of the children until about July 2, 1939, petitioner changed their domicile to the State of Texas, but retained his own residence in California. Since the marital separation petitioner has…