Maxey v. Franklin Life Ins. Co.

On June 22, 1904, the Franklin Life Insurance Company issued to J. H. Maxey a policy of insurance in the sum of $2,000, payable upon his death to his illegitimate daughter, Villita Maxey. On August 4, 1910, upon the written request of the insured, his wife, Mrs. Annie W. Maxey, was substituted as beneficiary of the policy in the place and stead of Villita Maxey. On November 20, 1911, J. H. Maxey died, leaving the policy of insurance in full force and effect.

Mrs. Annie W. Maxey instituted this suit against the insurance company to collect the amount due on the policy. The company filed an…