THE COURT delivered, at different times, the following opinions:
On the first point, that there was a sufficient probable cause for seizing and bringing the Grand Sachem into port.
On the Second point, that the right of seizing and bringing in a vessel for further examination, does not authorise, or excuse, any spoliation, or damage, done to the property; but that the captors proceed at their peril, and are liable for all the consequent injury and loss.
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