United States v. Bliss
Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Appeal from Board of United States General Appraisers, G. A. 7697 (T. D. 35220).
1Opinion of the CourtBarber, Judge
The merchandise here consists of three articles, a so-called azimuth mirror, an octant, and a sextant.
This azimuth mirror is, in fact, an apparatus composed chiefly of metal, constructed and designed to be attached to the outer edge of a circular bezel within and below the top portion of which a mariner’s compass is contained. The bezel is of conical shape and has degree dimensions indicated upon the inside. Evidently the word “azimuth ” is used as part of the name of the apparatus because it means “ the angle or arc of the horizon that a vertical plane passing through a heavenly body makes…
2Cited by26 opinions
- Engis Equipment Co. v. United StatesUnited States Customs Court · 1969
- United States v. International Forwarding Co.Court of Customs and Patent Appeals · 1919
- R. J. Saunders & Co. v. United StatesUnited States Customs Court · 1952
- Amaco, Inc. v. United StatesUnited States Customs Court · 1975
- Chas. Kurz Co. v. United StatesUnited States Customs Court · 1966
21 more not listed; retrieve them via the Exa API.