Halcyon and Emily did not have an easy marriage. This time period was characterized by Halcyon spending the family's money and Emily's family attempting to rein in his spending.

Emily eventually divorced him in 1872. She took custody of their daughter, 17-year-old Annie Keeler. 

Below are links to court cases which go into these legal action in more detail.

In addition, Halcyon wrote two poems which give insight into his state of mind during this period.