52 F. 510 | E.D. Pa. | 1892
The suit is for collision. The material facts are as follows: On the afternoon of September 20, 1891, the Weed, a small tug, was passing up the western side of the Delaware river (well over) from League island to Walnut street wharf in company with another tug, the Ben Hooley. The latter was a few yards behind, probably a length, and slightly nearer the shore. The tide was ebb. When passing Greenwich piers the Bowen was seen coming down, about three
The libel against the Bowen is sustained. If the parties cannot agree on the amount of damages, a commissioner will be appointed. The libel against the Weed is dismissed.