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46 shall deem equitable and just; and, thereupon, may discharge such putative father from all liability for the support of such bastard.

. 13. This act shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage.


 * Approved May 12, 1862.

W. JAYNE, Governor.

1. Every boat or vessel, used in navigating the waters of this territory, shall be liable: 1st. For all debts contracted by the master, owner, agent, or consignee thereof, on account of supplies furnished for the use of such boat or vessel; on account of work done or services rendered on board of such boat or vessel, or on account of labor done or material furnished by mechanics, tradesmen, or others, in and for building, repairing, fitting out, furnishing, or equipping such boat or vessel. 2d. For all sums due for wharfage or anchorage of such boat or vessel in this territory. 3d. For all demands or damages accruing from the non-performance of any contract of affreightment, or any contract touching the transportation of persons or property, entered into by the master, owner, agent, or consignee of the boat or vessel, on which said contract is to be performed; and for all injuries done to persons or property by such boat or vessel.

. 2. Any person having a demand as aforesaid, instead of proceeding for the recovery thereof against the master, owner, agent, or consignee of a boat or vessel, may, at his option, institute suit against the boat or vessel by name.