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.

Question: did maria do anything apart from making these allegations?
Self-contained rewrite: Did maria do anything apart from making the allegations against Charles Taze Russell?