The Gladiator
Opinion of the Court
All discussion as to the propriety or impropriety of the navigation of the Gladiator, a subject discussed at some length in the appellee’s brief, is eliminated by reason of the circumstance that she has not appealed. Not having done so, she cannot be heard here to dispute the finding that she was guilty of a fault contributing to the collision.
As to the Senff, we cannot overlook the circumstance that all the witnesses were seen and heard by the District Judge, and that the propriety of her navigation is largely dependent upon the conclusions reached as to specific facts upon conflicting testimony. After the exchange of two-blast whistles with the Gladiator, she was entitled to proceed and cross the bows of the latter and to expect the latter to assist in such maneuver. And, like other vessels thus privileged, it was her duty to hold her agreed course and her speed
The decree is affirmed, with costs of this court to the appellee.
Reference
- Full Case Name
- THE GLADIATOR
- Status
- Published