Starin v. The John Dillon

The only question presented upon this argument for consideration was whether any part of the claim of the libelant should be allowed. The Dillon has been sold under a decree of this court, producing the sum of $1,125. After deducting the costs and expenses as taxed, and a preferred claim for seamen’s wages, there remain in the registry of the court for distribution about 1500. The claims which have been duly presented aggregate 82,062.01; the claim of the libelant being $600.50. If this claim is allowed, the lienors will receive about 25 per cent, of their claims; if disallowed, the…