Reeder v. Twin City Fire Ins.

RITTER, District Judge.

Defendant’s amended first plea alleges the failure on the part of the insured and plaintiff, who is the mortgagee in the premises, to furnish proof of loss within sixty days, as prescribed. The policy provides, under, the heading of requirements in case of loss, as follows:

“The insured shall, within sixty days after the windstorm, Cyclone or tornado, unless such time is extended in writing by this company, render to this company a proof of loss, signed and sworn to by the insured, stating the knowledge and belief of the insured as to the following,” etc.

It is admitted…