Section 237 · Agents for service of process

As a condition precedent to the exercise of any power or privilege granted or conferred under this chapter, the corporation shall file in the office of the secretary of state, or similar officer, in each State and in each Territory or possession of the United States, in which subordinate departments and local chapters are organized, the name and post office address of an authorized agent in such State upon whom legal process or demands against the corporation may be served.