Alger v. United States

Plaintiff, a retired officer of the United States Coast Guard, seeks to recover additional retired pay for the period since August 1, 1951. There is no material issue as to the essential facts in the case, and it is presently before us on plaintiff’s and defendant’s motions for summary judgment.

On August 4,1902, plaintiff was appointed a Cadet, United States Kevenue Cutter Service.1 On August 7, 1905, he was appointed an Ensign, and through promotions attained the permanent rank of Captain, effective February 28, 1943. On reaching the statutory age for retirement plaintiff was retired…