Lamphere v. Grand Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen

Per Ctjriam.

This is an application for a ma/ndamus to compel the recognition of relator as a member of one of the subordinate lodges of the order of which respondent is the supreme governing authority in this State. As such member he stands insured by the respondent in the sum of $2000, payable on his death, or on his surviving for a specified term of years. lie stands suspended by the respondent, and thereby loses his insurance, for refusing to recognize and pay an assessment made under the orders of the supreme lodge of the order, which is a corporation existing under the laws of Kentucky,…