Kruhmin v. United States War Shipping Administration

FOLLMER,' District Judge.

This is a suit by an American seaman against the United States of America under the Suits in Admiralty Act, 46 U.S.C.A. §§ 741-752. The Act was passed March 9, 1920, c. 95, 41 Stat. 525 et seq.,; Section 745 of which as amended June 30, 1932, c. 315, 47 Stat. 420, reads “•* * * suits based on causes of action arising prior to the taking effect of this chapter shall be brought within one year after this chapter goes into effect; and all other suits hereunder shall be brought within two years after the cause of action arises: * *

The libellant sues for injuries which he…