Limpus v. New York Life Insurance

Carrie E. Limpus, widow of Oran Limpus, deceased, sued on a life policy issued by New York Life Insurance Company, defendant to the said Oran Limpus. Trial to a jury resulted in judgment for plaintiff in the sum of $4270, which includes the full face of the policy and interest thereon. Defendant appeals.

Defendant challenges the jurisdiction of the trial court. The following facts are pertinent to that issue.

Insured died November 24, 1929, and the petition was filed February 17, 1930. Defendant filed demurrer, a motion to stay proceedings, and for security for costs. The cause was continued,…