C. S. Barlow & Sons v. H. & B. Lumber Co.

From January 1, 1927, to July 31, 1928, the H. & B. Lumber Co., a corporation, was engaged in extrahazardous operations in which workmen were employed in its plant at Elbe, in Lewis county, Washington. During that time, it incurred a debt for premiums and alleged penalties, due the state for the benefit of its accident and medical aid funds, amounting to $1,587.61, upon which it paid, from time to time, sums amounting to $763.99, leaving a balance due, including penalties, of $823.62.

On about July 24, 1928, the corporation was adjudged insolvent, and respondent, Bjorklund, was appointed, and…