Royal Neighbors of America v. Laufman

Opinion of the Court by

Judge Nunn

Affirming.

The Royal Neighbors of America appeal from a judgment for $1,000.00 rendered in favor of 'William A. Laufman upon a benefit, or insurance certificate issued upon the life of his wife, Thetta Laufman. The record *359shows that appellant is a secret fraternal society, operating under the lodge system, and obtains its membership through subordinate lodges, as contemplated in section 641 of the Kentucky Statutes. The society was organized and incorporated under the laws of Illinois.

Appellee and his wife, Thetta Laufman, moved from Kentucky to Lawton,…