| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1717 - HUDIBURGH | By order dated 15 November 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Baltimore, Md. suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for three months on nine months' probation upon finding
him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege
what while serving as an AB seaman on board SS NANCY LYKES under
authority of the document above described, Appellant:
(1) on 20 September 1967, at Yokosuka, Japan, wrongfully
failed to perform duties between 1300 and 1700 by reason of
intoxication;
(2) at the same time and place, wrongfully had liquor in his
possession;
(3) on 14 October 1967, at Yokosuka, wrongfully failed to
turn to and perform duties in connection with securing the vessel
for sea and unmooring because of intoxication;
(4) at the same time and place wrongfully showed
insubordination to the chief mate my calling him "mentally insane."
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification except the second to which he pleaded guilty.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of NANCY LYKES and the testimony of the chief mate.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony.
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 Appellant for a period of three
months on nine months' probation. | Appeal No. 1717 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/21/1968 | 7/21/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1718 - BIRD | By order date 26 September 1967, an Examiner of the Unite
States Coast Guard at Galveston, Texas, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for three months on twelve months' probation
upon finding him guilty of negligence. The specification found
proved alleges that while serving as chief engineer on board SS
LONE STAR STATE under authority of the document and license above
described, on or about 22 May 1967, Appellant wrongfully permitted
the starboard boiler to be operated without sufficient water,
thereby causing damage to the boiler tubes, while the vessel was at
Galveston, Texas.
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 four witnesses and a pertinent entry in the vessel's engine log.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of two
witnesses.
After 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 on twelve months'
probation. | Appeal No. 1718 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/17/1968 | 7/17/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1716 - ROWELL | By order dated 25 August 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California suspended
Appellant's seaman's documents for six months upon finding him
guilty of negligence. The specification found proved alleges that
while serving as Chief Engineer on board SS WHITTIER VICTORY under
authority of the document and license above described, on or about
11 August 1966, Appellant failed to utilize all available means in
an effort to minimize damage to the vessel's machinery, when
salinity was evident within the vessel's condensate system, thereby
causing the premature failure of the propulsion and auxiliary
electrical plant.
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 expert witnesses, the testimony of one engineer of the
vessel who was present during most of the critical period aboard
WHITTIER VICTORY, and certain documents.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of the
master of the vessel, his own testimony, and one document relative
to boiler feed water analysis prior to the casualty.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a 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 six months. | Appeal No. 1716 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/12/1968 | 7/12/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1713 - DERRICK | By order dated 11 December 1967, an examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, Calif., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for twelve months outright plus twelve months on
twelve months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
the specifications found proved allege that while serving as an
oiler on board SS GOPHER STATE under authority of the document
above described, on or about 3 December 1967, Appellant:
(1) wrongfully assaulted and battered the master
of the vessel, and
(2) wrongfully disobeyed a direct order of the
master.
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 GOPHER STATE.
Since Appellant did not appear, there was no defense.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
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 period of twelve
months outright plus twelve months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1713 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/8/1968 | 7/8/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1714 - STORMER | By order dated 3 March 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Cal., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for two months on twelve months' probation upon finding
him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege
that while serving as a wiper on board the United States SS
ANNISTON VICTORY under authority of the document above described,
on or about 21 November 1966, Appellant wrongfully absented himself
from the vessel and his duties at Subic Bay, P. R., and on 22
November 1966, at sea, wrongfully failed to perform his assigned
duties. The first specification, as found proved by the Examiner,
was limited to failure to perform duties after 1345, with no
finding that Appellant was, during the period of non-performance of
duty, actually absent from the vessel.
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 voyage
records of ANNISTON VICTORY and the testimony of the Chief
Engineer.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
and that of the other wiper aboard the vessel.
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 two
months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1714 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/8/1968 | 7/8/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1706 - OWENS | By order dated 16 May 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Cal., revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as an oiler
on board SS METAPAN under authority of the document above
described, Appellant:
(1) wrongfully, from 19 through 23 February 1967, failed to
perform duties at Qui Nhon, RVN:
(2) wrongfully failed to stand a watch at sea on 24 February
1967;
(3) wrongfully abandoned his watch, and the vessel, on 26
February 1967 at Saigon, RVN;
(4) wrongfully failed to perform duties on 27 and 28 February
1967 at Saigon;
(5) deserted the vessel at Saigon on 1 March 1967.
Additionally, it was found that while serving aboard SS
TRANSPACIFIC as an ordinary seaman Appellant wrongfully failed to
join the vessel at Vung Tau, RVN, on 31 March 1967.
At the hearing, Appellant did not appear. The Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of METAPAN and TRANSPACIFIC, a record from the American
Consulate at Saigon, and a medical report. | Appeal No. 1706 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/3/1968 | 7/3/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1712 - KELLY | By order dated 19 January 1968, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, Cal. suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for nine months on eighteen months' probation
upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specifications found
proved allege that while serving as an AB seaman on board SS
SEATRAIN NEW JERSEY under authority of the document above
described, on or about 30 November 1967, Appellant wrongfully
failed to perform his assigned duties between 0800 and 1700 at
Vungtau, Vietnam, and, on 26 December 1967, wrongfully failed to
join the vessel on its departure from Yokohama, Japan.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence certain
voyage records of SEATRAIN NEW JERSEY.
In defense, Appellant offered evidence in extenuation.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved by plea. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of nine
months plus nine months on eighteen months' probation. | Appeal No. 1712 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 7/3/1968 | 7/3/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1705 - STOVALL | By order dated 17 May 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Seattle, Washington, revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as a messman on board SS
SAN JUAN under authority of the document above described, on or
about 22 March 1966, Appellant wrongfully had marijuana in his
possession 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 entered an order revoking all
documents issued to Appellant.
The entire decision was served in February 1968. Appeal was
timely filed in March 1968 and perfected on 12 June 1968. | Appeal No. 1705 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/27/1968 | 6/27/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1707 - DAZEY | By order dated 21 December 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Galveston, Texas, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for two months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as third mate on board SS COLUMBIA under authority of the
document and license above described, Appellant:
(1) on 12 October 1967 was wrongfully absent from the vessel
at Bomboy, India;
(2) at the same place, on 13 through 20 October 1967, was
wrongfully absent from the vessel;
(3) at the same place wrongfully failed to perform duties on
27 through 30 October 1967;
(4) at the same place, on 4 through 7 November 1967,
wrongfully failed to perform duties; and
(5) at the same place, on 4 through 7 November 1967, was
wrongfully absent from the vessel.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and each
specification found proved.
The Investigating Officer introduced no evidence in view of
the guilty plea.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence, in mitigation, the
character evidence of the master of COLUMBIA to the effect that
Appellant's conduct and performance were good at sea. | Appeal No. 1707 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/27/1968 | 6/27/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1742 - FAULKES | By order dated 10 June 1968, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, N. Y. suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for 2 months on 9 months' probation upon finding him
guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that
while serving as chief cook on board SS AFRICAN MERCURY under
authority of the document Appellant:
(1) on or about 4 February 1968 wrongfully failed to join the
vessel at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania;
(2) on or about 16 February 1968, failed to perform duties
at Mombasa, Kenya, because of intoxication; and
(3) at the same time and place wrongfully had liquor in his
possession aboard the vessel. At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and the
specification relative to the failure to perform duties on 16
February 1968 but not guilty to the other specifications.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of AFRICAN MERCURY.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony.
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 2 months on 9 months'
probation. | Appeal No. 1742 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/10/1968 | 6/10/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1711 - WILLIAMS | By order dated 1 May 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for three 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 third
mate on board the United States SS CRISTOBAL under authority of the
document and license above described, on or about 1 March 1967,
Appellant wrongfully and illegally had in his possession an item of
ship's cargo, to wit, a Smith-Corona portable electric typewriter,
with the intent to deprive the owner of the property therein, when
the vessel was at Cristobal, C. Z.
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 several witnesses and certain voyage records of CRISTOBAL.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
that of several character witnesses, and commendatory written
statements, made over a period of years, of twenty four people.
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 outright
plus three months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1711 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/29/1968 | 5/29/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1708 - WILBY | By order dated 1 December 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for two months outright plus six months on
eighteen months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specification found proved alleges that while acting under the
authority of the document above described, on or about 30 November
1967, Appellant wrongfully created a disturbance in the
Certification Section of the Marine Inspection Office, Terminal
Island, California.
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 a clerk and a yeoman who had been present in the Marine
Inspection Office at the time of the alleged offense, and an application form which Appellant had filed.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence 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
two months outright plus six months on eighteen months' probation. | Appeal No. 1708 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/22/1968 | 5/22/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1709 - SEISE | By order dated 31 May 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, 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 porter on board the United States SS ARGENTINA
under authority of the document above described, on or about 2
April 1965, Appellant wrongfully entered a passenger area.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
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 on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1709 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/22/1968 | 5/22/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1710 - WILLS | By order dated 14 November 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for two months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a third mate on board SS NORMAN LYKES under authority of
the document and license above described, on or about 31 December
1967, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his regularly assigned
watch duties from 2000 to 2400, at sea, because of intoxication.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel but did not appear in person. Appellant's counsel entered
a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of SS NORMAN LYKES.
In defense, Appellant's counsel offered in evidence a
deposition taken from Appellant on written interrogatories.
After 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 two months. | Appeal No. 1710 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 5/21/1968 | 5/21/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1704 - BRYANT | By order dated 14 April 1967, and Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for six months outright plus six months on twelve
months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as Third Mate
on board the United States SS ANADARKO VICTORY under authority of
the document and license above described, on or about 4 April 1967,
Appellant assaulted and battered with his fists a fellow
crew-member, one Bartley M. Dyer.
At the hearing, Appellant did not appear. The Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of the witness Bartley M. Dyer and voyage records of ANADARKO
VICTORY.
The Examiner introduced into evidence a letter relative to the
failure of Appellant to appear for hearing.
Since Appellant did not appear for hearing, 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 six months outright
plus six months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1704 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/25/1968 | 4/25/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1703 - GREENIDGE | By order dated 30 June 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for two months on six months' probation upon finding him
guilty of misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that
while serving as oiler on board the United States SS ARGENTINA
under authority of the document above described, on or about 24
November 1966, Appellant twice disobeyed orders of the third
officer of the vessel, first, not to use a passenger gangway, and
second, not to use a passenger bus, at Bridgetown, Barbados.
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 voyage
records of ARGENTINA.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and that of a witness.
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 entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of two months on six
months' probation. | Appeal No. 1703 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/19/1968 | 4/19/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1701 - SNIDER | By order dated 7 July 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Calif., 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 a duly issued Merchant Mariner's
Document, Appellant was convicted of a violation of section 11500
of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California, a
narcotic drug law, on or about 13 February 1959, in Superior Court
for the County of Contra Costa, State of California.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant constructively entered a plea of not guilty to
the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence a certified
copy of Appellant's parole status report and a certified copy of a
judgment, No. 6557, in the Superior Court for Contra Costa County, State of California, convicting Appellant of, among other things,
possession of narcotics in contravention of the California statute
described above.
Appellant offered no evidence in 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 revoking all
documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1701 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/16/1968 | 4/16/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1702 - MOROS | By order dated 8 August 1967 an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New Orleans, La. suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for four months upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specification found proved alleges that while serving as a
steward utility on board SS DEL SUD under authority of the document
above described, on or about 31 May 1967, Appellant wrongfully
failed to perform his assigned duties.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer offered no evidence with respect to
this specification.
In defense, Appellant offered no evidence
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification
had been proved by plea. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of four
months. | Appeal No. 1702 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/16/1968 | 4/16/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1699 - ODOM | By order dated 6 October 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Mobile, Alabama, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 6 months outright. The specification found
proved alleges that while serving as a Second Mate on board the
United States SS OCEANIC SPRAY, under authority of the license
above described, on or about 11 October 1966, Appellant assaulted
and battered a fellow crewmember.
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 pertinent
entries from the Shipping Articles and the official logbook, the
testimony of the alleged victim and another eyewitness, and the
depositions of the Master, Chief Engineer, and Radio Operator.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and the testimony of the Third Mate.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered and 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 6
months outright. | Appeal No. 1699 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/15/1968 | 4/15/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1697 - CAMENOS | By order dated 14 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, New York, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for six months upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as Master on board the United States SS ALDINA under
authority of the document and license above described Appellant:
1) on or about 7 November 1964 at Freeport, Bahamas,
wrongfully ordered third mate Woycke to make a false
entry of the draft on arrival in the deck log;
2) on the same date sailed the vessel from Freeport with the
applicable load line unlawfully submerged; and
3) between 31 December 1964 and 25 March 1965, wrongfully
operated the vessel with an expired certificate of
inspection.
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 voyage
records and inspection records of ALDINA, the vessel's load line
certificate, and the testimony of certain witnesses. | Appeal No. 1697 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/9/1968 | 4/9/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1698 - PETERS | By order dated 16 November 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Boston, Massachusetts revoked Appellant's
seaman documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a Second
Assistant Engineer on board the United States SS CARROLL VICTORY,
under authority of the license above described, on or about 2
December 1965, Appellant wrongfully had intoxicating liquor in his
possession, wrongfully participated in a disturbance, wrongfully
assaulted and battered another crewmember, and wrongfully failed to
perform his duties; on or about 16 January 1966 wrongfully failed
to perform his duties; and on or about 17 January 1966 wrongfully
deserted the vessel.
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 logbook
entries relating to the specifications alleged, the depositions of
the Master and Third Mate, and the testimony of the Master.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
the testimony of the former Third Assistant Engineer, and certain
documents relating primarily to the desertion specification.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered an oral
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. 1698 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/8/1968 | 4/8/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1696 - SCHANDL | By order dated 1 March 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 6 months on 12 months' probation upon
finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification found proved
alleges that while serving as boatswain on board the United States
SS PECOS under authority of the document above described, on or
about 8 February 1967, Appellant assaulted and battered by beating
with his fists a fellow crewmember, Gilbert RIEGEL, Ablebodied
seaman.
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 the chief mate of the vessel.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of
three witnesses, 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 specification
had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of six months on twelve
months' probation. | Appeal No. 1696 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/4/1968 | 4/4/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1744 - POLACK | By order dated 3 April 1968, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, N. Y., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for two months outright plus four months on eight months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a first
class waiter on board SS UNITED STATES under authority of the
document above captioned on or about 18 February 1968, Appellant
wrongfully battered one Roque Mendez, another first class waiter,
and one Jerome Morris, the first class headwaiter and Appellant's
immediate superior.
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 voyage
records of the UNITED STATES and the testimony of two witnesses, Mendez and Morris.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony
and that of two character witnesses who testified both for
Appellant and against Mendez.
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 two months outright
plus four months on eight months' probation. | Appeal No. 1744 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/3/1968 | 4/3/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1694 - KUNTZ | By order dated 16 November 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Boston, Massachusetts, revoked Appellant's
seaman's documents 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 CARROLL VICTORY
under authority of the license above described, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his duties on 3 December 1965, 5, 6,
8 and 16 January 1966; participated in a disturbance and wrongfully
had possession of intoxicants on 2 December 1965; wrongfully caused
ship's property to be destroyed on 5 January 1966; wrongfully
engaged in a fight on 8 January 1966; and wrongfully deserted the
vessel on 17 January 1966.
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 log book
entries and other documentary evidence relating to the charge,
including deposition of the Chief Engineer, the Third Mate, and the
Master, and the testimony of the Master.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
the stipulated testimony of the Second Assistant Engineer, and
certain documents relating to the desertion specification. | Appeal No. 1694 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/1/1968 | 4/1/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1695 - NEMECEK | By order date 26 January 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., 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 fireman/watertender on board the United States SS WILD
RANGER under authority of the document above described, Appellant:
(1) on or about 27 October 1966, wrongfully failed to perform
duties at Saigon, Vietnam, because of intoxication;
(2) on or about 28 October 1966, wrongfully absented himself
from the vessel and his duties at Saigon; and
(3) from 4 through 8 November 1966, wrongfully failed to
perform duties at Qui Nhon, Vietnam.
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 records of
WILD RANGER.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony.
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 two
months. | Appeal No. 1695 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 4/1/1968 | 4/1/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1690 - KOKINS | By order dated 30 March 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
documents for five months upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specifications found proved allege that while serving as an AB
seaman on board the United States SS SANTA EMILIA under authority
of the document above described,Appellant:
(1) On 1 January 1967 wrongfully failed to join the
vessel at Subic Bay, P.I.;
(2) from 10 through 15 January 1967, at Sattahip,
Thailand, wrongfully failed to perform his duties; and
(3) from 16 through 18 January 1967, wrongfully failed
to perform duties aboard the vessel by reason of
intoxication.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
each specification.
The Investigation Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of SANTA EMILIA.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of a
witness who missed the ship at the same time as he at Subic Bay,
and a certificate of discharge.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved as stated above. The Examiner then entered an
order suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a period
of five months. | Appeal No. 1690 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/27/1968 | 3/27/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1691 - GLOTZER | By order dated 29 March 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for six months. The specification found proved
alleges that while serving as an ordinary seaman on board the
United States SS RIDGEFIELD VICTORY under authority of the document
above described, on or about 12 January 1967, Appellant deserted
his vessel at Bangkok, Thailand.
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 copies of
voyage records of RIDGEFIELD VICTORY.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony. | Appeal No. 1691 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/27/1968 | 3/27/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1692 - SMITH | By order dated 8 June 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Houston, Texas, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for one month outright plus two months on twelve months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as a deck utility on board
the United States SS CHARLES LYKES under authority of the document
above described, on or about 23 May 1967, Appellant pilfered ship's
cargo (two cases of beer), at San Juan Puerto Rico.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and specification.
In defense, Appellant offered evidence in mitigation.
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 served a written order on Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of
one month outright plus two months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1692 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/27/1968 | 3/27/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1689 - PRIDGEN | By order dated 5 August 1966, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Boston, Mass. suspended Appellant's license for two
months upon finding him guilty of negligence. The specifications
found proved allege that while serving as master on board the
United States MV MAUMEE SUN under authority of the license above
described, on or about 23 November 1965, Appellant negligently
failed to maintain a proper lookout, and failed to navigate with
caution after hearing a danger signal from SS AMERICAN PILOT,
thereby contributing to a collision with that vessel.
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 testimony
previously taken from the pilot of AMERICAN PILOT, from the chief
engineer, and the helmsman of MAUMEE SUN, and from the Corps of
Engineers marine observer from WING'S NECK.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own previously
taken testimony and that of certain live witnesses.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered decision in
which he concluded that the charge and two specifications had been
proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending Appellant's
license for a period of two months. | Appeal No. 1689 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/25/1968 | 3/25/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1687 - BAKER | By order dated 21 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Long Beach, California, suspended Appellant's
license for 12 months outright plus 6 months on 18 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. At the same time
the Examiner suspended Appellant's Merchant Mariner Document for 12
months. The specifications found proved allege that while serving
as firts assistant engineer on board the United States SS HANS
ISBRANDTSEN under authority of the document and license above
described, on or about 20, 21, 22, and 23 November 1966 Appellant
wrongfully failed to stand watches while the vessel was in a
foreign port, and that on 22 November 1966 at a foreign port
Appellant disobeyed an order of the Master, by going ashore.
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 the testimony
of two witnesses and certain voyage records of HANS ISBRANDTSEN.
Since the proceeding was held in absentia, no defense was
offered.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a 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 12 months outright,
plus an additional 6 months on 18 months' probation with respect to
Appellant's license only. | Appeal No. 1687 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/19/1968 | 3/19/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1688 - YOUNG | By order dated 2 August 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, 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 a holder of the document above
described, on 28 November 1956, Appellant was convicted in
Municipal Court for the City and county of San Francisco of
violation of 11721 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of
California.
Appellant did not appear at the hearing. The Examiner entered
a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence documentary
proof that Appellant was in fact holder of the document in question
on the date alleged and that Appellant had been convicted as
alleged. Because of Appellant's absence, nothing was offered in
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 entered an order revoking all
documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1688 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/19/1968 | 3/19/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1686 - ECHEVARRIA | By order dated 8 June 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for six months outright plus 4 months on 12 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as a bedroom steward on
board the United States SS INDEPENDENCE under authority of the
document above described, on or about 11 March 1967, Appellant
assaulted and battered one Ira T. Lee by kicking and punching him
when the vessel was at Dakar, F.W.A.
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 certain
voyage records of INDEPENDENCE, the testimony of two persons, and medical reports on Ira T. Lee. The Examiner refused to grant the
Investigating Officer a delay to obtain another witness. When the
Investigating Officer stated that he was not resting his case the
Examiner said, "I will deem that you have rested".
In defense, Appellant then offered in evidence his own
testimony and statements made about him by other persons. These
statement were obtained by an unidentified "private investigator".
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 six months outright
plus four months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1686 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/18/1968 | 3/18/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1684 - KENNEDY | By order dated 22 June 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Calif., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for six months outright plus three months on 12
months' probation upon findings him guilty of misconduct. The
specification found proved alleges that while serving as a night
cook and baker on board the United States SS LYNN VICTORY under
authority of the document above described, on or about 22 May 1967,
Appellant assaulted and battered with his fists the vessel's second
assistant engineer at Qui Nhon, South Vietnam.
At the hearing, Appellant did not appear. The Examiner
entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of two witnesses and certain voyage records of LYNN VICTORY.
Since Appellant did not appear, no defense was offered.
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 six months outright
plus three months on 12 months' probation | Appeal No. 1684 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/15/1968 | 3/15/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1685 - WIGREN | By order dated 5 April 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Philadelphia, Pa., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for six months outright plus six months on eighteen
months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as an oiler
on board the United States SS U. S. EXPLORER under authority of the
document above described, Appellant:
(1) on or about 19 February 1967, at Manila, R. P., wrongfully
had liquor in his possession aboard the vessel,
(2) on or about 26, 27 and 28 February and 1 March 1967, at
Saigon, South Vietnam, wrongfully absented himself from the vessel
and his duties, and
(3) on or about 15 March 1967, at Aden, Arabia, was unable to
perform duties because of intoxication.
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 U. S. EXPLORER.
Since Appellant did not appear, there was no defense.
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 Appellant for a period of six
months outright plus six months on eighteen months' probation. | Appeal No. 1685 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/15/1968 | 3/15/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1682 - AGUEDA | By order dated 23 August 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Seattle, Washington, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for nine months outright upon finding him guilty
of misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a mess man on board the United States SS AMES VICTORY
under authority of the document above described, from 8 July 1967
through 19 July 1967, Appellant was absent from the vessel without
permission while the ship was at Sattatip, Thailand.
Appellant did not appear for hearing. The Examiner entered a
plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of AMES VICTORY.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specification has been proved. The Examiner then entered an order suspending all
documents issued to Appellant for a period of nine months. | Appeal No. 1682 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/14/1968 | 3/14/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1683 - SIPE | By order dated 3 February 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for 3 months outright plus 3 months on 12
months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a deck
maintenance man on board the United States SS HIGH POINT VICTORY
under authority of the document above described, on or about 22
December 1966, Appellant wrongfully destroyed a lock on a ship's
door with a fire axe, wrongfully failed to join, and deserted at
Yokohama, Japan.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and the
specifications alleging the breaking of the lock and the failure to
join, but not guilty to the desertion.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage records of HIGH POINT VICTORY and the testimony of six witnesses.
In defense, Appellant testified in his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a 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 outright
plus three months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1683 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/14/1968 | 3/14/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1681 - HENDRICKS | By order dated 27 July 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Long Beach, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for six months outright plus six months on 18
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 MANDERSON VICTORY
under authority of the document above described, on or about 8 and
9 June 1967, Appellant failed to stand four sea watches because of
intoxication while the vessel was at Honolulu, Hawaii.
Appellant did not appear for hearing. The Examiner entered a
plea of not guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence voyage
records of MANDERSON VICTORY.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered written decision in which 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 six months outright
plus six months on 18 months' probation.
The entire decision was served on 2 August 1967. Appeal was
timely filed on 17 August 1967. Although Appellant was furnished
a transcript of proceedings at his request, on 28 August 1967, no
further perfection of his Appeal was made beyond the original
notice. | Appeal No. 1681 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 3/5/1968 | 3/5/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1680 - BEALS | By order dated 29 August 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, revoked
Appellant's seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a radio officer on board the United States SS WILLAMETTE
VICTORY under authority of the document and license above
described, on or about 2 June 1967, Appellant wrongfully had
marijuana in his possession while the vessel was at Qui Nhon,
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 several witnesses and an envelope containing a hand-folded packet which, in turn, contained a "brownish grassy looking
substance," identified on the record as marijuana. This real
evidence was delivered back to an employee of the Bureau of
Customs, and a written description was substituted in the record.
In defense, Appellant testified in his own behalf. | Appeal No. 1680 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 2/29/1968 | 2/29/1968 | | 12/27/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1679 - RODRIGUEZ | By order dated 28 April 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a bedroom
steward on board the United States SS UNITED STATES under authority
of the document above described, on or about 27 August 1966,
Appellant
(1) wrongfully molested an eleven year old female
passenger;
(2) wrongfully had in his possession a master key; and
(3) wrongfully, while off duty, entered a passenger area
without permission.
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 the testimony
of certain witnesses and voyage records of SS UNITED STATES.
In defense, Appellant placed in evidence the testimony of five
witnesses, 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 entered an order revoking all
documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1679 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 2/29/1968 | 2/29/1968 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1678 - VANTESLAAR | By order dated 3 March 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, N. Y., suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for two months on twelve months' probation 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 PONCE under authority of the document and license
above described, on or about 7 January 1966, Appellant assaulted
and battered, and used abusive language to, the Chief Engineer of
the vessel, at Houston, Texas.
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 the testimony
of two witnesses and a deposition of a third witness.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence several documents,
photograph, and his own testimony.
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 two
months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1678 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1/29/1968 | 1/29/1968 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1677 - CANJAR | By order dated 1 June 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at New York, New York, revoked Appellant's seaman's
documents upon finding him mentally incompetent for duty on
merchant vessels.
Two charges were initially preferred against Appellant. One
was of MISCONDUCT, this had four specifications. The first two
specifications alleged that while Appellant was serving as third
mate aboard SS AMERICAN SHIPPER he twice assaulted and battered the
second mate of the vessel at Hamburg, Germany, once with his fist
and once with a club, both on 22 August 1966. The other two
specifications alleged that while Appellant was serving as third
mate aboard SS CITY OF ALMA he did, on many occasions between 27 December 1965 and 12 January 1966, cause course changes of the vessel to be made, deviating from the prescribed courses, without permission of or notification to the master of the ship.
The other charge, of INCOMPETENCE, alleged that Appellant was, at the time of his service aboard CITY OF ALMA, unfit for service aboard merchant vessel because of mental incompetence and so remained to time of hearing.
At the hearing Appellant, although he had been advised of his
right to counsel three days earlier, appeared at first without
counsel and expressed a desire to obtain counsel. Six days later
Appellant appeared with professional counsel. This counsel
attempted to withdraw from the case before the day's proceedings
were completed, but Appellant consented to his continued
representation by the counsel. Pleas of not guilty to all charges
and specifications were entered. Two days later, before the first
witness was called, Appellant formally, on the record, disavowed
his counsel and elected to proceed on his own. | Appeal No. 1677 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1/18/1968 | 1/18/1968 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1676 - CALLAWAY | By order dated 31 January 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N. Y., suspended Appellant's
license for 2 months upon finding him guilty of negligence. The
specifications found proved alleged that while serving as master of
the United States SS SEATRAIN GEORGIA under authority of the
license above described, on or about 11 March 1965, Appellant
allowed his vessel to be navigated contrary to law in circumstances
under which it was the burdened vessel in a crossing situation in
New York Harbor with respect to SS CANDY.
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 the testimony
of several witnesses and several documents, including voyage
records.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
several documents, and transcripts of testimony of other witnesses
given in other proceedings.
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
Appellant's license for a period of two months. | Appeal No. 1676 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1/4/1968 | 1/4/1968 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1674 - DOCKENDORF | By order dated 8 February 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended
Appellant's seaman's documents for six months on twelve months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as radio officer on board
the United States SS SANTA INES under authority of the document and
license above described, on or about 11 January 1967, Appellant
deserted the vessel at Honolulu, Hawaii.
Appellant failed to appear for hearing.
The Examiner entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification. The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence
voyage records of SANTA INES.
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 six months on twelve
months' probation. | Appeal No. 1674 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/27/1967 | 12/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1675 - SHELBY | By order dated 16 February 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco., California, revoked
Appellant's seaman's documents upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a messman aboard the United States SS MONTEREY under
authority of the document above described, on or about 27 May 1967,
at Auckland, New Zealand, Appellant had in his possession a
dangerous drug, Indian Hemp.
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
authenticated copy of an entry in the Criminal Record Book of the
Magistrate's Court of Auckland, New Zealand.
In defense, Appellant testified in his own behalf.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a decision in
which he concluded that the charge and specification had been
proved. The Examiner then entered an order revoking all documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1675 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/27/1967 | 12/27/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1671 - DURDEN | By order dated 26 July 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for one year upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as a wiper on board the United States SS TRANSONTARIO under
authority of the document above described, on or about 23 June
1967, Appellant assaulted and battered with a dangerous weapon, a
knife, Glen G. Gill, the ship's radio officer.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer and Counsel presented to the
Examiner a stipulated "Agreement on Facts". The agreement included
a recommendation for a suspension of one year.
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 the stipulation. The Examiner then entered an
order suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of
one year. | Appeal No. 1671 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/20/1967 | 12/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1672 - GUTIERREZ | By order dated 25 May, 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at Houston, Texas, 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 holder of the document above described, on or
about 29 August 1966, Appellant was convicted of violation of 18
U.S.C. 1407 in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by non-professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence copies of the
indictment and of the judgment of conviction.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence matters in
mitigating.
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
revoking all documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1672 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/20/1967 | 12/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1673 - MATTE | By order dated 25 January 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Port Arthur, Texas, 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 holder of the document above
described, on or about 6 June 1963, Appellant was convicted of
possession of a narcotic drug in violation of a narcotic drug law
of the State of Texas, in the Criminal District Court of Jefferson
County, Texas.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence certified
minutes of the conviction.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence matter in
mitigation.
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
revoking all documents issued to Appellant. | Appeal No. 1673 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 12/20/1967 | 12/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1670 - MILLER | By order dated 29 November 1965, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N.Y. suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for two months upon finding him guilty of negligence.
The specifications found proved allege that while serving as a
pilot on board the United States SS SEATRAIN GEORGIA under
authority of the license above described, on or about 11 March
1965, Appellant, while his vessel was in the position of a burdened
vessel as to SS CANDY in New York Harbor:
(1) failed to take action to keep out of the way
of CANDY;
(2) crossed ahead of the privileged CANDY without
reasonable cause;
(3) failed to slacken speed, stop, or reverse; and
(4) failed to sound a danger signal when the
intentions of the other vessel were in doubt;
all contributing to a collision with CANDY.
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 master of CANDY, the pilot of CANDY, and the pilot of
another vessel, and the stipulated testimony of the chief officer
of GEORGIA.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
that of two other Sandy Hook pilots who were witnesses aboard other
ships, and that of an expert.
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
licenses issued to Appellant for a period of two months. | Appeal No. 1670 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 11/24/1967 | 11/24/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1667 - GAINES | By order dated 7 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for six months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specifications found proved allege that while
serving as a night cook and baker on board the United States SS
ALCOA VOYAGER under authority of the document above described, on
or about 3 October 1966, while the vessel was at Ceylon, Appellant
did wrongfully address the Chief Steward with foul and abusive
language; did wrongfully assault the Chief Steward by brandishing
his fist and a knife in the direction of the Chief Steward; and did
wrongfully assault and batter the Chief Steward by pushing him.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered pleas of not guilty to the charge and each
specification. The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence copies of entries from the ship's Shipping Articles and its Official Logbook
and the testimony of the Chief Steward, the Master, and the third
Cook.
Appellant offered no evidence in his defense.
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 six months outright. | Appeal No. 1667 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 11/8/1967 | 11/8/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1668 - HESSE | By order dated 14 April 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, Calif., suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for one month outright plus three months on
twelve 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 FRONTENAC VICTORY under
authority of the document above described, on or about 17, 19, and
25 November 1966, at Sattahip, Thailand, and on or about 11
December 1966, at Manila, P.I., Appellant wrongfully failed to
perform his duties by reason of intoxication.
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 FRONTENAC VICTORY.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a 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 one month outright
plus three months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1668 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 11/8/1967 | 11/8/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |