Jardine, Matheson & Co. v. United States

(after stating the facts as above). The libelant contends that the libel is based upon tort, and that the stipulation only has relation to contract, and that in. any event the stipulation is without binding force as to the entire cargo. The libel clearly seeks to recover on contract of shipment. The testimony supports the shipping contract, the'bill of lading being in evidence containing the stipulation as above set out.

A stipulation in a bill of lading limiting fhe time within which claim for loss or damage shall b.e presented, and within which actions may be instituted, is valid, if…