Luhrs v. Supreme Lodge Knights & Ladies of Honor
New York Supreme Court
Appeal from circuit court, New York county. Action by Sophia Luhrs against the Supreme Lodge Knights and Ladies of Honor. Verdict was directed in favor of defendant, and plaintiff appeals.
1Opinion of the Court
Van Brunt, P. J
The defendant is a charitable and benevolent association, organized under the laws of the state of Kentucky, having a subordinate association in the county of Kings and state of New York known as “ Teutonia Lodge No. 794.” In 1883 one John Luhrs became a member of said Teutonia lodge, and remained such member until the time of his death. In May, 1886, the defendant issued its certificate to said John Luhrs, entitling the beneficiary named therein to participate in its relief fund to the amount of Sl.OOO'at his death, such beneficiary being Sophia Luhrs. In November, 1886, John…
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