| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1596 - TORRES | By order dated 4 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents after finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved alleged that appellant:
(1) while serving as an elevator operator aboard SS
UNITED STATES, did, on 27 February 1965, at sea, wrongfully molest
a female passenger by placing his arms around her and kissing her;
(2) did, on the same occasion, wrongfully address the
same female passenger in improper and suggestive language; and
(3) while serving as a first class waiter on board the
same vessel, did, on 10 September 1965, when the ship was in New
York, wrongfully molest a female by placing his arms around her and
kissing her in a lascivious manner. At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel, and entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specifications.
The Investigating Officer introduced into evidence the
testimony of several witnesses and documentary evidence.
Appellant introduced the testimony of several witnesses and
several documents. Appellant also testified himself. | Appeal No. 1596 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/15/1966 | 12/15/1966 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1597 - JOHNSON | In this case there are two appeals involved. Both are taken
in accordance with Title 46 United States Code 239 (g) and Title 46
Code of Federal Regulations 137.30-1. Two different orders of
Examiners are appealed from, one entered at San Francisco,
California, on 30 September 1965, the other entered at Baltimore,
Maryland, on 27 April 1966. In both cases, Appellant was found
guilty of misconduct.
In San Francisco case the specifications found proved alleged
that Appellant, while serving as second mate aboard the United
States SS C. R. MUSSER under authority of the captioned license and
document, on or about 29 June 1965, at Madras, India, was
wrongfully asleep while on watch, and on or about 1 July 1965 at
Madras, India, wrongfully failed to perform duties by reason of
intoxication.
At the hearing, held on 26 August 1965, Appellant elected to
act as his own counsel and entered a pleas of guilty to the charge
and each specification.
At the end of the hearing the Examiner reserved decision.
On 30 September 1965, the Examiner entered a written decision
in which he concluded that the charge and specifications had been
proved by plea. He also entered a written order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of four months on twelve
months's probation.
The Examiner attempted to serve this decision and order upon
Appellant by registered mail. He was unsuccessful.
In the Baltimore case, the fourteen specifications found
proved alleged that Appellant, while serving as third mate aboard
the United States SS GARDEN STATE, between 14 February and 11 March
1966, in various ports or at sea, wrongfully failed to perform
duties because of intoxication, was wrongfully absent from the
vessel, or wrongfully possessed or drank intoxicating liquor aboard
the vessel. | Appeal No. 1597 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/29/1966 | 12/29/1966 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1598 - RAMOS | This matter has been submitted for reconsideration of the two
months outright suspension plus two months on twelve months
probation adopted by my order of 20 January 1967 as a result of my
affirmation of the Examiner's findings that the Appellant
wrongfully had in his possession a switchblade knife and wrongfully
attempted to smuggle liquor into the United States while serving as
chief reefer engineer on the United States SS SANTA PAULA on 25 March 1966.
Appellant's counsel requests a modification of the order based
on the Appellant's long record of service, past good conduct and
the fact that he has already suffered considerable financial
hardship resulting from the above incident. Upon reconsideration
it has been determined that these factors should be given more
significance. Accordingly, the order has been modified. | Appeal No. 1598 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1/20/1967 | 1/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1599 - VIOLETTE | By order dated 7 December 1965, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, suspended
Appellant's seaman documents for 12 months outright upon finding
him guilty of misconduct. The two specifications found proved
allege that while serving as an oiler on board the United States SS
BALTIMORE TRADER under authority of the document above described,
on or about 26 and 27 October 1965, while said vessel was at sea,
Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his duties due to
intoxication.
Two days before the hearing was scheduled on 24 November 1965,
the Investigating Officer notified the Appellant by serving him a
summons. Because of the impression the Appellant gave that he
would not appear, the Investigating Officer stated to him that the
hearing would, in that case, be held in absentia. To acknowledge
that the Appellant fully understood this fact, he was required to
sign a statement. Nevertheless, the Appellant did not appear at the hearing and it was held in absentia.
At the hearing on 24 November 1965 a plea of not guilty to the
charge and each specification was entered by the Examiner for the
absent seaman after motion was made by the Investigating officer
that the hearing proceed without Appellant. The Investigating
Officer's reason for making this motion was that he had a witness
present who would not be available at a later time.
The Investigating Officer introduced into evidence the
testimony of the witness (the Third Assistant Engineer) and various
documentary evidence. | Appeal No. 1599 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1/27/1967 | 1/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1601 - CARPENTER | By order dated 21 March 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for two months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as Second Assistant Engineer on board the United States SS
AFRICAN LAKE under authority of the license above described, on or
about 2 January 1966, Appellant failed to join his vessel upon its
departure from Saigon, Vietnam.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigation Officer introduced in evidence the ship's
Official Logbook.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony and documentary evidence consisting of two prescriptions for drugs,
both dated 30 December 1965. | Appeal No. 1601 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/24/1967 | 3/24/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1603 - WHITE | By order dated 12 October 1965, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Port Arthur, Texas suspended Appellant's
seaman's document for three months, upon findings him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as chief mate on board the United States USNS MISSION SAN
RAFAEL under authority of the document and license above described.
(1) On or about 28 or 29 April 1964, at
Beaumont, Texas, wrongfully caused
Grade "B" cargo to be transferred
into a cofferdam, "thereby altering
the character of the cofferdam as
defined in Title 46 CFR 30.10-13;"
(2) On or about 28 April 1964 and 3 July
1965, "while said vessel was at Sea," wrongfully caused alterations
to the cargo piping system in
violation of 46 CFR 30.01-10;
(3) On or about 28 and 29 April 1964, at
Beaumont, Texas, wrongfully caused
cargo to be transferred over the
deck through an open ended hose into
an open hatch, in violation of 46
CFR 35.35-20(d);
(4) On or about 28 and 29 April 1964, at
Beaumont, Texas wrongfully caused
the transfer of cargo into an
improperly vented compartment, in
violation of Title 46 CFR
32.55-30(c); and
(5) On or about 18 May, 27 May, 11 June
and 4 July 1965, at sea, wrongfully
caused the transfer of cargo over
the deck through an open ended hose
into an open hatch, in violation of
46 CFR 35.35-20(d).
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by non-professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification. | Appeal No. 1603 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/20/1967 | 4/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1602 - O'NEILL | By order dated 22 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for twelve months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The six specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an able seaman on board the United States SS ROBIN
LOCKSLEY under authority of the document above described, between
6 April and 6 July 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his
duties on five occasions and failed to join his ship on departure
from a domestic port.
At the hearing on 13 July 1966, Appellant was not present or
represented although he had been summoned to appear when served
with the charge and specifications on 11 July. The Examiner
entered a plea of "not guilty" to each of the specifications on
behalf of Appellant and the hearing was conducted in absentia.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence several documents including entries in the ship's Official Logbook
pertaining to the offenses alleged.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then entered the above order of
suspension. | Appeal No. 1602 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/21/1967 | 4/21/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1604 - ANTALAN | By order dated 16 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, Louisiana, revoked Appellant's
seaman documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as a Steward
Utility on board the United States SS CHARLES LYKES under authority
of the document above described, on or about 27 August 1966,
Appellant wrongfully battered a fellow crewmember with a bottle.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing. The Examiner entered
for the Appellant a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles and official Logbook of the vessel, and the testimony of
two witnesses to the incident.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order revoking all
documents issued the Appellant. | Appeal No. 1604 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/4/1967 | 5/4/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1605 - ZIMMER | By order dated 26 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for three months on twelve months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification found proved
alleges that while serving as a deck maintenance man on board the
United States SS GUAM BEAR under authority of the document above
described, on or about 13 December 1965 Appellant used foul and
abusive language toward and threatened the lives of two Customs
officers engaged in the execution of their duties.
A specification alleging that Appellant wrongfully brought
into the United States certain merchandise without declaring it,
and a specification alleging intimidation of U. S. Customs officers
in the performance of their official duties were found not proved.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence certified
extracts from the Shipping Articles for the SS GUAM BEAR for the
voyage commencing 29 October 1965 and 13 December 1965, on which
Appellant was a crew member. The two Customs officers testified
with respect to the incident giving rise to the charge and
specifications.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of a
companion who stated that he did not hear the Customs officers say
anything about the alleged threat. Appellant testified in his own
behalf and admitted the use of profane language but stated he did
not remember threatening the lives of the officers.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and one
specification had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a period of
three months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1605 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/4/1967 | 5/4/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1606 - RICHARDSON | By order dated 28 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New Orleans, Louisiana suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for two months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an able Seaman on board the United States SS DOUGLASS
VICTORY under authority of the document above described, Appellant
was absent without leave on two dates, on or about 3 June 1966 and
20 June 1966, and failed to perform his duties on three dates, on
or about 11 July 1966, 12 July 1966 and 13 July 1966, the last two
of which were due to intoxication.
Since Appellant was not present or represented at the hearing,
the Examiner entered pleas of not guilty on behalf of Appellant and
conducted the hearing in absentia.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence certified
extracts from the Shipping Articles showing Appellant to be a member of the crew at the times alleged in the specifications, and
the Official Log of the vessel containing entries concerning the
allegations of the five specifications.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and five
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of two
months outright. | Appeal No. 1606 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/4/1967 | 5/4/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1607 - CABRERA | By order dated 13 June 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for one month upon finding him guilty of
misconduct.The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an able seaman on board the United States SS LENA
LUCKENBACH under authority of the document above described: on or
about 27, 28, and 29 May 1964, Appellant wrongfully failed to
perform his duties; on or about 11 June 1964 Appellant wrongfully
failed to perform his duties; and on or about 29 May 1964,
Appellant wrongfully failed to obey a lawful order of the master to
return on board the vessel. Two other specifications were found
not proved.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a mixed plea: guilty to the specifications
alleging failure to perform, and not guilty to the remaining three
specifications.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles and portions of the official logbook of the vessel.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony as
to the contested specifications of misconduct.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and three of the
specifications had been proved, two of them by plea. The Examiner
then entered an order suspending all documents issued to Appellant
for a period of one month. | Appeal No. 1607 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/4/1967 | 5/4/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1608 - DEYOUB | By order dated 31 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Detroit, Michigan, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for six months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as an oiler on board the United States SS MORNING LIGHT
under authority of the document above described, on or about 20
September 1965, Appellant wrongfully deserted said vessel at a
foreign port. A second specification of wrongful failure to join
said vessel at a foreign port on or about 20 September 1965 was
found not proved (a lesser included offense).
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and the second
specification and not guilty to the first specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced a Certificate of Shipping
Articles showing that the person charged signed aboard the MORNING LIGHT on 6 July 1965 for a voyage which terminated at Los Angeles,
California, on 12 October 1965 and left the ship at Naha, Okinawa,
on 20 September 1965. The Investigating Officer also introduced
two certified extracts from the Official Log Book concerning
Appellant's failure to join the ship and the charge of desertion by
the Master.
In defense, Appellant testified that he went ashore to take
some old clothes and a radio to some friends; when he could not
find them, he started to drink and blacked out; and consequently,
he missed the ship. He did not intend to desert, but he did not
have the money to fly to Japan and catch the ship there. When he
did arrive in Yokohama, the ship had gone.
After the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written decision in
which he concluded that the charge and the specification of
desertion at a foreign port had been proved. The Examiner then
served a written order on Appellant suspending all documents,
issued to Appellant, for a period of six months outright. | Appeal No. 1608 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/10/1967 | 5/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1609 - SAARINEN | By order dated 30 June 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New Orleans, Louisiana, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 3 months outright plus 3 months on 12
month's probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a Third
Mate on board the United States SS DEL NORTE under authority of the
license above described, Appellant on or about 26 and 28 May 1966,
and 19 June 1966, wrongfully failed to perform his duties, and on
or about 19 June 1966, wrongfully had intoxicating liquor in his
possession.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Official
Logbook of the vessel and testimony of the Master.
Appellant took the stand and testified in his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 3
months outright plus 3 months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1609 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/10/1967 | 5/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1610 - O'CONNOR | By order dated 11 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for two months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The first specification found proved alleges that
while serving as a First Assistant Engineer on board the United
States SS AMES VICTORY under authority of the license above
described, on 4 May 1965 and on 13 May 1965 Appellant wrongfully
failed to perform his assigned duties by reason of intoxication.
Two additional specifications found proved allege that while
serving as First Assistant Engineer on board the United States SS
DELAWARE under authority of the license above described, Appellant
was wrongfully away from his duties on 26 May 1966 and wrongfully
failed to perform his duties by reason of intoxication on 19 June
1966.
The hearing was conducted in absentia when Appellant failed to
appear. The Examiner entered pleas of not guilty on behalf of Appellant.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence certified
copies of extracts from the Shipping Articles for the two voyage in
question and certified copies of entries in the Official Log Books
of the two ships on which Appellant was serving.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and three
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of two
months outright. | Appeal No. 1610 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/10/1967 | 5/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1611 - SUPRIK | By order dated 1 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard st San Francisco, California revoked Appellant's
seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications fond proved allege that while serving as a
fireman-watertender on board the United States SS SANTA MONICA
under authority of the document above described, during the period
of 14 January through 25 February, Appellant wrongfully failed to
perform his duties on fourteen different occasions, and disobeyed
lawful orders on four occasions.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing. The Examiner entered
for the Appellant a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigation Officer introduced in evidence the Officer
Logbook of the vessel and the testimony of the Chief Engineer. At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1611 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/10/1967 | 5/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1612 - KARISSON | By order dated 31 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Seattle, Washington suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 12 months outright upon finding him guilty
of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an electrician on board the United States SS BOISE
VICTORY under authority of the document above described, on or
about 14, 15, and 16 July 1966, Appellant wrongfully created a
disturbance on three separate occasions, and wrongfully battered a
fellow crew member with a coffee cup on another occasion.
At the hearing, Appellant first elected to act as his own
counsel, and later was represented by counsel. The proceedings
being commenced in absentia, the Examiner entered for the Appellant
a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the official log book of the vessel and the testimony of three witnesses to the
misconduct alleged.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence a stipulation of
testimony of an officer on board the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and all
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents, issued to the Appellant, for a period of
12 months outright. | Appeal No. 1612 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/10/1967 | 5/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1613 - STEPHENS | By order dated 27 June 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Jacksonville, Florida, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for three months on eighteen months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification found proved
alleges that while serving as a radio officer on board the United
States SS HERCULES VICTORY under authority of the license above
described, on or about 16 January 1965, Appellant was, by reason of
intoxication, unable to perform his regularly assigned duties.
Three additional specifications were found not proved.
The hearing in this matter was first convened on 10 June 1965.
Appellant was present and elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification, and the Government then asked for a continuance to
secure the depositions of witnesses. The hearing was reconvened on
25 October 1965 and on 11 January 1966 after notice to this person
charged, but he did not appear.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of the master and the chief mate with respect to the events giving
rise to the specification found proved. Appellant did not offer
any evidence in defense and did not testify in his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and one
specification had been proved. The Examiner then served a written
order on Appellant suspending all documents issued to Appellant for
a period of three months outright plus three months on eighteen
months' probation. | Appeal No. 1613 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/11/1967 | 5/11/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1614 - GODFREY | By order dated 18 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for two months upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specifications found proved allege that while serving as a
boatswain on board the United States SS MORMACLYNX under authority
of the document above described, on or about 16 May 1966,
Appellant, while the vessel was at sea, wrongfully used profane and
abusive language to the Chief Mate and wrongfully failed to obey a
lawful order of that mate.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence pertinent
documents and the testimony of the Chief Mate.
In defense, Appellant took the stand and testified on his own
behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and both
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of two
months. | Appeal No. 1614 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/12/1967 | 5/12/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1615 - ULLMAN | By order dated 11 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, revoked
Appellant's seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of the
charge of "conviction for a narcotic drug law violation." The
specification found proved alleges that while the holder of an
outstanding Merchant Mariner's Document, Appellant was convicted by
a Pennsylvania court for a violation of the narcotic drug law of
the state.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence a certified
copy of the court order finding Appellant guilty of a violation of
state narcotic drug laws.
Appellant made a statement on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1615 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/16/1967 | 5/16/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1616 - BRADY | By order dated 24 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Seattle, Washington, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for four months on nine months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved
allege that while serving as Chief Engineer on board the United
States SS TRUSTCO under authority of the license above described,
on or about 21 August 1964, Appellant wrongfully assaulted and
battered with his hands a fellow crew member, Second Mate Deimel,
and wrongfully created a disturbance aboard said vessel.
At the hearing, on 1 March 1966 and various subsequent dates,
Appellant was represented by professional counsel. At the outset
of the hearing, Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the
charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence a
certification of shipping articles showing Appellant to be a member of the crew at the time alleged in the specification; certified
copies of entries dated 21 August 1964 in the Official Log Book,
including signed because of crew members; testimony of the master,
and interrogatories and cross-interrogatories completed by
witnesses.
In defense, Appellant testified in his own behalf and denied
that at any time he was the aggressor.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a
period of four months on nine months' probation. | Appeal No. 1616 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/17/1967 | 5/17/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1618 - POPWELL | By order dated 14 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York City, New York revoked Appellant's
seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a Radio
Officer on board the United States SS WELLESLEY VICTORY under
authority of the license above described, at various times between
2 November 1965 and 14 January 1966, Appellant wrongfully;
threatened to inflict bodily harm to various shipmates on four
separate occasions; assaulted and battered an unlicensed member of
the crew; incited various unlicensed personnel to disobey orders;
urged various unlicensed personnel to submit false overtime claims;
had intoxicating beverages in his possession; and conducted himself
in a manner unbecoming an officer by drinking intoxicants on board
in the presence of unlicensed personnel.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the direct
testimony of two witnesses, and written depositions from other
witnesses. Appellant submitted cross-interrogatories, the answers
to which were also introduced.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and before-mentioned
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then served a written
order on Appellant revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1618 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/18/1967 | 5/18/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1621 - CUSHMAN | By order dated 19 May 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for three months on 12 months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved
allege that while serving as a messman on board the United States
SS BAY STATE under authority of the document above described,
Appellant: was absent from his vessel without authority on 12, 16,
and 25 October 1965, on 3 November 1965, and on 22 and 31 December
1965; wrongfully disobeyed an order of the master on 12, 16 and 25
October 1965, on 3 November 1965, and on 22 December 1965; and
failed to join the vessel upon its sailing on 31 December 1965.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by non-professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence various documents pertinent to the charges.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence certain documents
and his own testimony.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
three months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1621 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/22/1967 | 5/22/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1622 - MCCRANN | By order dated 10 June 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for three months outright plus six months on 12 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved allege that while serving as a bellboy on board the
United States SS UNITED STATES under authority of the document
above described, on or about 20 May 1966, Appellant wrongfully used
foul and abusive language in the presence of passengers, to the
Assistant Chief Steward.
Appellant was absent at the hearing. The Examiner therefore
entered for the Appellant a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence various
ship's documents and the testimony of the Assistant Chief Steward.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
three months outright plus six months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1622 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/22/1967 | 5/22/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1623 - BARTON | By order dated 4 March 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 2 months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as a Junior Third Assistant Engineer on board the United
States SS CONTEST under authority of the license above described,
on or about 30 January to 1 February 1966, Appellant twice
wrongfully failed to perform his duties, and once wrongfully
absented himself from the vessel.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing, so the Examiner
entered for him a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the shipping
articles and logbook of the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 2
months. | Appeal No. 1623 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/24/1967 | 5/24/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1624 - HODGES | By order dated 2 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for 4 months on 12 months' probation upon finding him
guilty of misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that
while serving as a fireman-watertender on board the United States
SS SANTA ROSA under authority of the document above described, on
or about 25 September 1966, Appellant wrongfully engaged in a fight
while on watch.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the logbook
of the vessel and the testimony of witnesses.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence certain documents and his own testimony.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 4
months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1624 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/24/1967 | 5/24/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1625 - MILLS | By order dated 7 November 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, Louisiana, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for two months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved allege that while
serving as an able seaman on board the United States SS STELLA
LYKES under authority of the document above described, on or about
23 August and 24 and 28 September 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed
to perform his duties due to intoxication; and on or about 23
August 1966, wrongfully had intoxicating liquor in his possession.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing, so the Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the shipping
articles and official logbook of the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents for a period of two months. | Appeal No. 1625 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/26/1967 | 5/26/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1626 - MILLIKEN | By order dated 25 January 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Tampa, Florida, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for three months on 12 months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification found proved
alleges that while serving as a second mate on board the United
States SS MARINE MERCHANT under authority of the license above
described, on or about 10 January 1966, Appellant assaulted and
battered a fellow crewmember.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by non-professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of four witnesses to the incident.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of one witness, and took the stand on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had ben proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
six months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1626 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/26/1967 | 5/26/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1627 - CARDULLA | By order dated 22 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York City, New York, suspended
Appellant's seaman's documents for two months upon finding him
guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that
while serving as a Third Assistant Engineer on board the United
States SS SANTA MONICA under authority of the license above
described, from 23 May to 29 June 1966, Appellant disobeyed orders
on four occasions, and failed to perform his duties on one
occasion.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence pertinent
documents, including the official logbook of the vessel, and the
testimony of the Chief Engineer.
Appellant testified on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and before mentioned
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then served a written
order on Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a
period of two months. | Appeal No. 1627 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/26/1967 | 5/26/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1628 - BOCHENSKI | By order dated 24 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Galveston, Texas, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for one month on six months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved
allege that while serving as a second cook and baker on board the
United States SS RICHMOND under authority of the document above
described, on or about 3 August 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed
to turn to his regular assigned duties and did not work the entire
day, and on or about 4 August 1966 Appellant wrongfully failed to
turn to his regular assigned duties and did not work the entire
day, while said vessel was in the port of Bombay, India.
At the hearing on 14 October 1966, Appellant was represented
by professional counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to
the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles showing Appellant to be a member of the crew at the time
alleged in the specifications and the Official Log Book of thevessel containing entries concerning the allegations of the two
specifications.
In defense, Appellant testified that he went ashore to make a
complaint to the American Consul against the master and the chief
steward because threats had been made against his life by members
of the steward's department.
The hearing was adjourned, on Examiner's motion, to locate the
master and obtain his testimony. Subsequently, the Examiner
decided to resolve the case on the record as presented on 14
October 1966 and rendered a written decision on 24 October 1966 in
which he concluded that the charge and specifications had been
proved. The Examiner then served a written order on Appellant
suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a period of one
month on six months' probation. | Appeal No. 1628 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/26/1967 | 5/26/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1629 - CORNIFF | By order dated 2 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York City, New York revoked Appellant's
seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a second
cook and baker on board the United States SS MORMACRIGEL under
authority of the document above described, on or about 21 July
1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his duties by reason
of intoxication, and wrongfully assaulted and battered a crew
member with a knife.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specifications.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles and log book entries from the vessel, and the testimony of
witnesses. In defense, Appellant offered in evidence two prior statements
of witnesses.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1629 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/31/1967 | 5/31/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1630 - BARRE | By order dated 7 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Houston, Texas, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for six months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an electrician on board the United States SS RUTH LYKES
under authority of the document above described, on or about 15
June 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his duties; and
on or about 17 August 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform
his duties, cursed the Chief Engineer, and refused to obey the
lawful order of the Chief Engineer.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing, so the Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the shipping
articles and official log book of the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
six months. | Appeal No. 1630 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/2/1967 | 6/2/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1631 - WOLLITZ | By order dated 14 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, N.Y.. suspended Appellant's license for 2
months outright upon finding him guilty of negligence. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as master on
board the United States SS PIONEER MYTH under authority of the
license above described, on or about 2 July 1966, Appellant failed
to go at moderate speed in fog, thereby contributing to a collision
with MV VISEVICA in the Atlantic Ocean.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer gave a summary of pertinent facts in
his opening statement.
In mitigation, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of
two long-time colleagues.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved by plea. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending Appellant's license for a period of two months. | Appeal No. 1631 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/5/1967 | 6/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1633 - DUFFY | By order dated 8 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, N.Y. suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for 3 months outright plus 3 months on 12 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as an electrician on board
the United States SS SAPPHIRE GLADYS under authority of the
document above described, on or about 14 June 1966, Appellant
wrongfully assaulted and battered a fellow crewmember, one Henry E.
Schultz, on board the vessel at Bremerhaven, Germany.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of several witnesses.
Appellant offered no defense.
at the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of 3 months outright
plus 3 months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1633 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/5/1967 | 6/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1635 - MOZIER | By order dated 2 March 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Long Beach, California revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct and incompetence.
The specifications found proved allege that while the holder of a
duly issued license and Merchant Mariner's document, Appellant, at
the port of Los Angeles, California, on or about 5 October 1964,
made a false statement under oath; that while serving as an second
assistant engineer on board the United States SS OCEANIC SPRAY,
under authority of the license above described, on or about 27
April through 30 May 1965, Appellant was incompetent to perform the
duties of a licensed engineer; and that Appellant is now physically
unfit for duty due to a heart ailment.
At the hearing Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1635 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/5/1967 | 6/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1636 - LOPEZ | By order dated 2 June 1965, and Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Port Arthur, Texas, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for six months outright. The specifications found proved
allege that while serving as a crew messman on board the United
States SS COWANESQUE under authority of the document above
described, on or about 8 May 1965, Appellant did wrongfully assault
a member of the crew, one George Howard, with a dangerous weapon,
to wit: a pocket knife, and did wrongfully assault one George
Howard with a dangerous weapon, to wit: a spatula. A third
specification alleging assault with a dangerous weapon, to wit:
a galley knife, was found not proved.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by non-professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence a certified extract from the Shipping Articles for the SS COWANESQUE for the
voyage commencing 16 April 1965 and terminating 28 May 1965 on
which Appellant was a crew member. He also introduced the Official
Log Book of the vessel containing allegations of the specifications
and statements of the person charged, the victim, and three
witnesses. Government witnesses who testified at the hearing
included George Howard and five crew members who were eyewitnesses.
Appellant did not offer any evidence or call any witnesses in
defense, and did not testify in his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and two
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then served a written
order on Appellant suspending all documents, issued to Appellant,
for a period of six months outright. | Appeal No. 1636 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/8/1967 | 6/8/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1637 - BIGGERS | By order dated 5 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Port Arthur, Texas, suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for 3 months upon finding him guilty of negligence. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as Master on
board the United States SS TEXACO CONNECTICUT under authority of
the license above described, on or about 1 March 1966, Appellant
failed to maintain the vessel's lifeboat equipment in proper
condition.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer intorduced in evidence the testimony
of Ensign Timothy Kelly, United States Coast Guard, from the Marine Inspection Office at Port Arthur.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of the
Chief Mate and a Boatswain aboard the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 3
months. | Appeal No. 1637 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/8/1967 | 6/8/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1638 - CUNNINGHAM | By order dated 18 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, California suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 2 months outright plus 10 months on 12
months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as a secod
assistant engineer on board the United States SS PRESIDENT TAFT
under authority of the license above described, on or about 23 June
1966, Appellant wrongfully deserted the vessel.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the official
log and shipping articles of the vessel and the shipping articles
of the United States SS MORMACSURF.
In defense, Appellant introduced a statement from one of the
crew members of the vessel, and testified on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and sspecification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 2
months outright plus 10 months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1638 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/12/1967 | 6/12/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1639 - SAUREZ | By order dated 9 December 1966, an Examiner of United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for three months outright. The specifications
found proved allege that while serving as an ordinary seaman on
board the United States SS SANTA RITA under authority of the
document above described, on or about 24 October 1966, Appellant
wrongfully assaulted and battered with his fists another member of
the crew, Frank Trapp, the vessel's Bosun, and on 7 November, 9
November, and between 0800 and 1200 on 10 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties.
Appellant was not present or represented at the hearing. The
Examiner entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification on behalf of Appellant.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles showing Appellant to be a member of the crew at the times alleged in the specifications. The Investigating Officer also
introduced the Official Log Book containing entries concerning the
allegations of the two specifications.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and two
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a period of
three months outright. | Appeal No. 1639 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/22/1967 | 6/22/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1640 - KOSONOVICH | By order dated 6 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 9 months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as an Able Seaman on board the United States SS GOLDEN GATE
under authority of the document above described, on or about 12
November 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his duties;
on or about 17 December 1966, Appellant assaulted and battered a
fellow crewmember; and on or about 17 December 1966, Appellant
wrongfully had intoxicating beverages in his possession.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the specifications alleging
failure to perform and possession of liquor, and not guilty to the
assault specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence relevant documents and the testimony of two witnesses.
Appellant testified on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 9
months. | Appeal No. 1640 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/28/1967 | 6/28/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1641 - MAHER | By order dated 2 March 1966, an Examiner of the united States
Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for three months, upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specification found proved alleges that while serving as a
third assistant engineer on board the United States SS STEEL
NAVIGATOR under authority of the document and license above
described, on or about 3 through 8 January 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his regularly assigned duties.
Appellant failed to appear at the hearing. The Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of STEEL NAVIGATOR and the testimony of the vessel's Chief Engineer.
There was no defense.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of three months. | Appeal No. 1641 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/5/1967 | 7/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1642 - SCHMEIS | By order dated 20 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N. Y. entered an Admonition in
Appellant's record upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as first
assistant engineer on board the United States SS GRINNELL VICTORY
under authority of the document and license above described, on or
about 30 June 1966, Appellant deserted the vessel at Rotterdam,
Holland.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence an entry in
the Official Log Book of GRINNELL VICTORY, after a stipulation that Appellant had been serving as alleged.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and certain documents relative to medical attention.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order of admonition
against Appellant's record. | Appeal No. 1642 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/5/1967 | 7/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1643 - ALFONSO | By order dated 4 August 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Long Beach, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 3 months outright plus 3 months on 6 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as an A.B.
seaman on board the United States SS LAKEWOOD VICTORY under
authority of the document above described, Appellant on 1 and 2
June, 1966, at Suyon, Korea, and on 21, 22, and 23 June 1966, at
Bangkok, Thailand, wrongfully failed to perform his duties.
At the hearing, Appellant failed to appear. The Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of SS LAKEWOOD VICTORY touching on the matters in question.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of 3 months outright
plus 3 months on 6 months' probation.
The entire decision was served on 6 August 1966. Appeal was
timely filed on 23 August 1966. | Appeal No. 1643 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/5/1967 | 7/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1645 - ATKINSON | By order dated 1 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended
Appellant's seaman's documents for three months upon finding him
guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that
while serving as a Third Assistant Engineer on board the United
States SS PRESIDENT ADAMS under authority and license above
described, on or about 10 May 1966, Appellant, at San Francisco,
California,
(1) wrongfully failed to perform duties by reason of
intoxication;
(2) wrongfully failed to obey orders of the Chief Engineer to
turn to at duties, and to leave the ship; and
(3) wrongfully assaulted the first assistant engineer.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence an official
log book entry and the testimony of the Chief and first assistant
engineers.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and documentary evidence.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and three
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of three
months. | Appeal No. 1645 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/6/1967 | 7/6/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1646 - WILLIAMS | By order dated 16 December 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York City, New York revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as an Officer Bedroom
Steward on board the United States SS AFRICAN RAINBOW under
authority of the document above described, on or about May 10,
1966, Appellant assaulted and battered a crew member with a knife.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel. Appellant
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony of
three crew members of the vessel.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence a document relating to
his health, and testified on his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification had been
proved. The Examiner then served a written order on Appellant
revoking all documents issued to him. | Appeal No. 1646 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/12/1967 | 7/12/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1647 - SCHWENK | By order dated 20 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York revoked Appellant's seaman
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The three
specifications found proved allege that while serving as an oiler
on board the United States SS METAPAN under authority of the
document above described, on or about 26 May 1966, Appellant
wrongfully created a disturbance by yelling and addressing foul and
abusive language to fellow crew member Alfred Mainieri while the
ship was at Belize, British Honduras; on or about 27 May 1966,
while the ship was at Puerto Barrios, Guatemala, Appellant
wrongfully threatened Mainieri with grave bodily harm; and later on
the same day, assaulted and battered Mainieri by grabbing and
pushing him.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence entries in
the ship's Official Logbook and the testimony of three witnesses,
one of which was the alleged victim.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and two letters of commendation.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and three
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
revoking all documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1647 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/13/1967 | 7/13/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1617 - KENNEDY | By order dated 12 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California suspended
Appellant's seaman documents for two months outright plus three
months on twelve months' probation upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a fireman-watertender on board the United States SS
STEEL TRAVELER under authority of the document described, on or
about 10 July 1966, Appellant failed to join his vessel upon its
departure from Hong Kong bound for sea.
Appellant was not present or represented at the hearing. The
Examiner entered a plea of not guilty on behalf of Appellant and
conducted the hearing in absentia.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the shipping
articles showing Appellant to be a member of the crew at the time
in the specification. Relevant entries were read into the record.
The Investigating Officer also introduced a certified copy of
entries in the ship's Official Logbook.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had bee proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a
period of two months outright plus three months on twelve months'
probation. | Appeal No. 1617 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/27/1967 | 7/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1648 - GRACE | By order dated 28 April 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York suspended Appellant's seaman's documents
for 2 months outright plus 4 months on 8 months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved
allege that while serving as a second electrician on board the
United States SS SANTA MARIANA under authority of the document
above described, on or about 29 January 1966, Appellant wrongfully
destroyed a dinner plate; used foul language to two stewards; and
created a disturbance in the messroom.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the specification alleging
use of foul and abusive language, and not guilty to the remaining
two charges. The Examiner later changed Appellant's plea of guilty
to not guilty.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence entries from the shipping articles and official logbook of the vessel, and
testimony of the two stewards involved.
Appellant offered no evidence on his behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and all
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then served a written
order on Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a
period of 2 months outright plus 4 months on 8 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1648 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/27/1967 | 7/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1649 - HANSON | By order dated 2 September 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, Calif., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for three months outright plus three months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as second electrician on
board the United States SS MUHLENBERG VICTORY under authority of
the document above described, on or about 2 July 1966, Appellant
assaulted and battered with his fist a fellow crew member, one
Barry Raichlin, when the vessel was at St. Jacques, Vietnam.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of two witnesses and documentary evidence.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of a
witness and his own testimony.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved. The Examiner then served a written order on
Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
three months outright plus three months on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1649 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/27/1967 | 7/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1650 - FOWLER | By order dated 6 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Calif. suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for six months outright plus six months on twelve months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a First
Assistant Engineer on board the United States SS BOWLING GREEN
under authority of the license above described; Appellant was
absent from his vessel without permission from 3 to 11 April 1966;
wrongfully failed to perform his duties on 11 and 26 April 1966;
wrongfully had in his possession a number of full rum bottles on 26
April 1966; and failed to join his vessel upon its departure from
Naha, Okinawa, on 27 May 1966.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing. The Examiner entered
for the Appellant a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the Shipping
Articles and Logbook of the vessel.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of six months outright
plus six months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1650 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/28/1967 | 7/28/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1652 - MACKENSWORTH | By order dated 19 July 1966, an Examiner of the United States Coast
Guard at Chicago, Illinois suspended Appellant's seaman's documents
for 6 months on 18 months' probation upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as a boatswain on board the United States SS EXTAVIA under
authority of the document above described, on or about 26 June
1966, Appellant failed to perform his duty, battered the second
mate, and destroyed ship's property.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel. Appellant
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony of
the second mate and the master, and the official log book of the
vessel.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of an Ordinary Seaman, and his own account of the events that evening.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written decision
in which he concluded that the charge and specifications had been
proved. The Examiner then served a written order on Appellant
suspending all documents issued to him for a period of 6 months on
18 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1652 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 8/3/1967 | 8/3/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |