District Court, S.D. California February 24, 1942, No. 1265 (Societe Purfina Maritime v. 8598.09 Long Tons of Diesel Oil)

HARRISON, District Judge.

This is a proceeding in admiralty arising over a contract of affreightment. Libelant seeks to recover under the provisions of its contract providing for the prepayment of freight money upon completion of loading and telegraphic notice of signing of bill of lading. The voyage was frustrated, due to the interference of the authorities of the United States and Belgium.