This case turns upon the construction to be given to the contract of May 28, 1886, taken in connection with the action of the parties thereunder. Was this a contract of hiring or for service? In Reed v. United States, 11 Wall. 591, 600, it was said by Mr. Justice Clifford, speaking for the court:
"Affreightment contracts...
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