MEPHAMS v. BIESSEL


76 U.S. 370 (____)

9 Wall. 370

MEPHAMS v. BIESSEL.

Supreme Court of United States.


Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Mr. Dick, for the appellant; Mr. Leighton, for whom Mr. Drake had leave to file a brief, contra.


Mr. Justice SWAYNE stated the case more particularly, and delivered the opinion of the court.

The only questions presented for our consideration are, the value of the services of the appellee as master and pilot of the steamer Iron City during the period of his employment upon her in those capacities, and whether he can be held liable upon the principle of recoupment for the damage sustained by a part of the cargo of the vessel upon her first voyage after he took...

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