"The Kansas City Journal" (Missouri) Wednesday, September 2, 1891 SUIT FOR DIVORCE. In the district court, yesterday, Mrs. Mary KOEHN began suit against her husband Gustave KOEHN. She says she was married to the defendant in 1861, and that at various times the defendant has struck, beat and abused her, and on the 29th of August chased her out of doors and compelled her to remain out all night. She asks for alimony, the recovery of the $1,500 she had when she was married, the custody and care of her seven children, Minnie, aged 8; Bessie, 6; Grace, 11; John, 9; Ed, 14; Emma, 19; Paul 26. ====================================================== (I have no connection with this family but I'd appreciate knowing if you found this posting helpful.) johnobrien@kc.rr.com ======================================================