VAN DYKE, J.
This is a proceeding in habeas corpus. Petitioner has been confined in the Merced County Jail under order of the superior court of that county which had adjudged him guilty of contempt in failing to obey an order of that court. The facts are these: Petitioner and Harriet Moulton are husband and wife. They have three children, ages 7, 5 and 2 years. On August 19, 1950, Harriet sued petitioner, Williard Moulton, for separate maintenance. She asked custody...
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