GOSSE MILLERD, LTD., AND ANOTHER v. CANADIAN GOVERNMENT MERCHANT MARINE, LTD.

(1927) 29 Ll L Rep 101

COURT OF APPEAL.

Before Lord Justice Scrutton, Lord Justice Sargant and Lord Justice Greer.

Bill of lading-Damage to cargo (tinplates) -Whether due to condition of cases containing goods or to negligence of shipowners in exposing cargo to rain- Proof that cases were satisfactory- Inference that damage was rain damage - Duty of shipowners under Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1924, Schedule, Art. III (2)-Onus of proof on shipowners as bailees that reasonable care was taken-Judgment for cargo-owners -Appeal.