LeMars Mutual Insurance Company v. Tasler

— Defendants Carl and Helen Tasler purchased a five-year fire insurance policy from plaintiff in the amount of $6000 on their home and $4000 on household goods, on April 4, 1959. They purchased the policy through the agency of Mr. and Mrs. John Kersey who live at Jefferson. The Tasler home is located at Yale, in Guthrie County.

On December 27, 1960, a destructive fire occurred, burning the house beyond usage, and damaging or destroying the household goods beyond repair. Defendants notified agent Mrs. Kersey of the fire on December 28, 1960, and received assurance the company would be notified;…