Prudential Ins. v. Douglas

MEANEY, District Judge.

Plaintiff commenced this proceeding pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Inter-pleader Act, 28 U.S.C.A. § 1335. The suit involves an insurance policy issued on the life of Daniel R. Douglas, now deceased. Defendants Edward Braislin Douglas and Lucy Douglas Day, executor and executrix of the estate of the insured, assert their right to the proceeds of the policy, as does defendant Lucille Boyle, friend of the insured and last named beneficiary on the policy. Douglas and Day are citizens of New Jersey, while Lucille Boyle is a citizen of Connecticut. Plaintiff has…