Hightower v. Metropolitan Life Ins. Co.

(dissenting) : On the 14th of April, 1919, the; defendant issued a policy for $1,000 upon the life of Elijah Hightower, payable in the event of his death to his wife, Marrie Hightower. The premium was $15.79, payable at the time of issuing the policy and on the 14th days of October and April thereafter. The cash premium was paid; also those of October 14, 1919, and April 14, 1920. The premium due October 14, 1920, was not paid at maturity. Under the terms of the policy a grace period of 31 days was allowed, which permitted that premium to be paid at any time on or before November 14th. The…