Royal Neighbors of America v. Hayes

Opinion oe the Court by

William: Rogers Clay, Commissioner —

Affirming.

* On. July 19, 1905, the Royal Neighbors of America, a fraternal beneficiary society, issued to Kate Hayes a certificate of insurance for $1,000, payable on her death to her.husband, Albert F. Hayes. Kate Hayes died a member and in good standing on April 19, 1912. The society declined to pay the insurance, and plaintiff, Albert F. Hayes, brought this action to recover the amount due on the policy. The jury returned a verdict in favor of plaintiff, judgment was entered accordingly, and the society appeals.

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