Straka v. Farmers' Mut. Protective Ass'n of Texas

GALLAGHER, Chief Justice.

Appellant, A. A. Strata, brought-this suit against appellee, Farmers’ Mutual Protective Association of Texas, a corporation, to recover the sum of $1,200 for the loss by fire of his dwelling house, and the further sum of $300 for the loss of . his household furniture and clothing contained therein. Appellant is .a mutual association, formed for the protection of its members from losses by fire, lightning, etc. Said association consists of a supreme lodge and local lodges. The membership apparently is exclusively Czech (Bohemian). The constitution, by-laws, and…