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93 U.S. 575 (1877)

23 L.Ed. 978

THE "IDAHO."

Supreme Court of United States.

January 15, 1877.

Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Mr. R.T. Merrick, for the appellant.

Mr. William G. Choate, contra.

MR. JUSTICE STRONG delivered the opinion of the court.

In determining the merits of the defence set up in this case, it is necessary to inquire whether the law permits a common carrier to show, as an excuse for non-delivery pursuant to his bill of lading, that he has delivered the goods upon demand to the true owner. Upon this subject there has been much debate in courts of law, and some contrariety of decision.

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