Campbell v. National-Ben Franklin Fire Insurance

Opinion by

Rhodes, J.,

Plaintiff instituted an action in assumpsit, in the County Court of Allegheny County, against the defendant to recover on two Keystone Underwriters’ policies of fire insurance covering a dwelling house and the contents thereof. Defendant was responsible for one-fourth of any loss that might occur, not exceeding $1,000. While the policies were in force the dwelling and furniture covered by said policies were totally destroyed by fire. Plaintiff claimed from the defendant $750 for loss due to the destruction of the dwelling, and $250 for loss due to the destruction of the…