Ardan S. S. Co. v. Theband

In November, 1887, the respondents, by written charter, agreed to furnish the British steam-ship Ardanach a full cargo of hemp in bales from Progresso, Mexico, to New York. On the 23d or 24th of November a cargo was accordingly shipped at Progresso, a portion of which was to be delivered to the respondents. A bill of lading therefor was signed by the master, which reserved “liberty to call at any port or ports for whatever purpose, to sail with or without pilots, and to tow and assist vessels in all situations.” The charter did not contain any such reser*621ration. After loading, the steamer…