Esker v. State

This claim was filed March 6, 1941. It is for benefits under the Workmen’s Compensation Act claimed for the death of claimant’s husband from typhoid fever alleged to have been contracted out of and in the course of his employment.

Claimant further alleges that deceased, Lawrence F. Esker, was employed by the State of Illinois as a foreman on maintenance road work; that it was necessary for him to stay away from home some weeks while so employed, and that respondent paid the costs for his lodging and food while away from home.

Claimant further alleges that the said Lawrence F. Esker contracted…