Conversation so far:
what were the allegations against charles taze russell?
mental cruelty, referring to forced celibacy and frequent cold, indifferent treatment by him.
who did he subject to cruelty ?
Russell's wife, Maria.
who made these allegations?
Maria.
were the allegations true?
Mr.
Russell denied the accusations.
did maria do anything apart from making these allegations?
she filed for legal separation.

Question: was she granted?
Self-contained rewrite: Was legal separation granted to Maria?