District Court, N.D. California November 12, 1959, No. 27484 (Hightower v. Matson Navigation Co.)

ROCHE, District Judge.

Libelant brought action against respondent for injuries suffered while working aboard the SS Hawaiian Rancher, a vessel owned by respondent. He alleges that his injuries were sustained by reason of the unseaworthiness of the ship and/or the negligence of respondent.

The Hawaiian Rancher arrived at San Francisco’s Pier 32 at approximately 6:00 P.M., January 21, 1956.