The Sagittarius

BREWSTER, District Judge.

This is a proceeding- in rem to enforce a maritime lien upon the schooner Sagittarius for labor and materials furnished said vessel.

Statement of Facts.

The Sagittarius was purchased by the claimants Jesse F. Silva and James Duarte in August, 1928, the bill of sale being recorded November' 8, 1928, Silva acquiring three-fourths interest and Duarte one-fourth interest. On November 8, 1928, there was recorded a mortgage from Jesse F. Silva to his brother, Joseph Francis Silva, for $2,030, who furnished this claimant with funds with which to purchase his three-fourths…