Ancient Order of United Workmen v. Duensing

Dr. Theodore C. Duensing died from the effect of pistol shot wounds sustained about 3:10 p. m. on June 28, 1935. At the time of his death he was insured in the appellant order in the sum of $3,000, the beneficiary being Anna F. Duensing, the appellee. The policy was in full force and effect at the time of Dr. Duensing’s death, and this action was instituted by the beneficiary against the appellant to recover for the death of the insured.

The policy provided that, if the insured committed suicide within two years from its date, whether he were sane or insane, the only liability should be for an…