Wait v. Journeymen Barbers' International Union of America

Gallagher, Chief Justice.

This is an action to recover death benefits based on decedent’s membership in defendant associations. The trial court made findings in plaintiff’s favor against defendant Journeymen Barbers’ International Union of America and dismissed the action as to defendant Journeymen Barbers’ Union, Local No. 31. The International appeals from an order denying its motion for amended findings or for a new trial.

The International is a fraternal labor organization providing occupational, social, and fraternal benefits to its members. It has a constitution which governs the…