| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 1669 - SHADE | By order dated 26 May 1967, an Examiner of the United States
Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, revoked Appellant's
seaman 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 or about 19 September 1963, Appellant was convicted
of a violation of Section 11715 of The Health and Safety Code, a
narcotic drug law of the State of California.
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 a copy of a
judgement of conviction.
In defense, Appellant offered matters 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. 1669 | 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 |
| 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 | 1666 - WARD | By order dated 21 March 1967, and Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, Calif., suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for 6 months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as Scullion on board the United States SS PRESIDENT
CLEVELAND under authority of the documents above described, on or
about 19 January 1967, Appellant wrongfully deserted the vessel
while it was in the port of Hong Kong.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and specification.
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 all documents issued to Appellant for a period of 6
months outright. | Appeal No. 1666 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/31/1967 | 10/31/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1665 - PASCOE | By order dated 16 March 1967, 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 specification found proved alleges that while
serving as an able seaman on board the United States SS DICK LYKES
under authority of the document above described, on or about 26
October 1966, Appellant did wrongfully assault and batter a fellow
crewmember.
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 entries from
the ship's shipping articles and its official Logbook; the
testimony of the ship's master; a deposition taken from a
crewmember; and, by stipulation with Appellant, the written statements of two other crewmembers.
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 specification
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. 1665 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/23/1967 | 10/23/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1664 - TICER | By order dated 7 April 1966, an Examiner of the United
States
Coast Guard at Houston, Texas revoked Appellant's
seaman's
documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as
boatswain
on board the United States SS WHITEHALL under authority of
the
document above described,
Appellant:
(1) on 7 January 1966, wrongfully absented himself
from
the vessel at Qui Nanh, Viet Nam; and on 3 February 1966; at
Naha,
Okinawa,
(2) assaulted and battered the chief
mate,
(3) failed to obey an order of the chief
mate,
(4) assaulted and battered the
master,
(5) incited the deck crew to refuse to obey
orders,
(6) created a disturbance by reason of
intoxication,
(7) failed to perform duties by reason of
intoxication;
and
(8) on 5 February 1966, at sea, had liquor in hispossession without
authority.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by
professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge
and
each specification, except the eighth to which he pleaded
guilty. | Appeal No. 1664 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/10/1967 | 10/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1663 - GONZALEZ | By order dated 6 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N.Y., suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for 2 months outright plus 4 months on 18 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a general
utility on board the United States SS UNITED STATES under authority
of the document above described, on or about 5 August 1966, while
the vessel was at sea, Appellant (1) did wrongfully assault Jasper
L. Nichols, the assistant second steward, by shaking his fist at
Mr. Nichols; (2) did wrongfully assault and batter Mr. Nichols; and
(3) did wrongfully threaten to kill Mr. Nichols.
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 entries from the ship's Shipping Articles and its Official Logbook and the
testimony of Mr. Nichols.
In defense, Appellant 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 three
specifications had been proved. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents, issued to Appellant, for a period of 2
months outright plus 4 months on 18 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1663 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/5/1967 | 10/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1662 - TUCKER | By order dated 23 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Houston, Texas, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for 12 months outright plus 6 months on 18 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications allege that while serving as an able seaman on board
the United States SS U. S. BUILDER, under authority of the document
above described, (1) on or about 10 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties between 1300 and
1700 hours by reason of being absent from the vessel while it was
in a foreign port; (2) on or about 15 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties between 0800 and
1700 hours by reason of being absent from the vessel while it was
in a foreign port; (3) on or about 16 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties between 0800 and
1700 hours by reason of being absent from the vessel while it was
in a foreign port; (4) on or about 17 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties by reason of being absent from the vessel while it was in a foreign port; (5) on or
about 18 November 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his
assigned duties between 0800 and 1600 hours while the vessel was in
a foreign port; and (6) on or about 19 November 1966, Appellant
wrongfully failed to perform his assigned duties between 0000 and
0400 hours, due to being in a state of intoxication, while the
vessel was at sea. | Appeal No. 1662 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/5/1967 | 10/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1661 - TERREAULT | By order dated 18 February 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N. Y. suspeneded Appellant's
liscense for three months upon finding him guilty of negligence.
The specifications found proved allege that while serving as master
on board the SS MORANIA MARLIN under authority of the license above
described, on or about 12 January 1966, Appellant failed to keep to
the right in a narrow channel (33 U.S.C. 210) and failed to keep
out of the way as burdened vessel in a crossing situation (33
U.S.C. 204), both faults contributing to collision with MV PATRICIA
MORAN.
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
documents and the testimony of the pilot of PATRICIA MORAN.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence his own testimony,
but only as to the first specification.
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 entered an order
suspending Appellant's license for a period of three months. | Appeal No. 1661 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 10/5/1967 | 10/5/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1660 - MCGRUDER | By order dated 19 January 1967, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at Houston, Texas, suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for 12 months outright plus 12 months on 18 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege: (1) that while serving as an
oiler on board the United States SS CHARLES LYKES under authority
of the document above described, on or about 30 and 31 October
1966, and 1 November 1966, Appellant did wrongfully absent himself
from the vessel while it was in the port of Manila, Republic of the
Philippines; (2) that Appellant, while serving as indicated above,
on or about 2 through 9 November 1966, between the hours of 0000
and 0800, did wrongfully absent himself from the vessel while it
was in the port of Manila, Republic of the Philippines; (3) that
Appellant, while serving as indicated above, on or about 15
November 1966, between the hours of 0000 and 0400, did wrongfully
fail to perform his assigned duties due to intoxication while the
vessel was in the port of Manila, Republic of the Philippines; (4)that Appellant, while serving as indicated above, on or about 23
and 24 November 1966, between the hours of 0000 and 0800, did
wrongfully absent himself from the vessel while it was in the port
of Saigon, Viet Nam; (5) that Appellant, while serving as indicated
above, on or about 28 and 29 November 1966, between the hours of
0000 and 0800, did wrongfully absent himself from the vessel while
it was in the port of Saigon, Viet Nam; (6) that Appellant while
serving as indicated above, on or about 3 and 4 December 1966,
between the hours of 0000 and 0800, did wrongfully absent himself
from the vessel while it was in the port of Saigon, Viet Nam; and
(7) that Appellant, while serving as indicated above, on or about
9 December 1966, between the hours of 0000 and 0800, did wrongfully
absent himself from the vessel while it was in the port of Saigon,
Viet Nam. | Appeal No. 1660 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 9/20/1967 | 9/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1659 - WILSON | By order dated 14 December 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant's
seaman documents for 6 months outright plus 6 months on 12 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as an able
seamen on board the United States SS SOLON TURMAN under authority
of the document above described. (1) on or about 9 November 1966,
while such vessel was at New Orleans, La., Appellant wrongfully
violated a Federal Statute by failing to declare dutiable
merchandise and attempted to take ashore such property without
fulfilling certain formalities required by the United States Bureau
of Customs; (2) on or about 9 November 1966, while such vessel was
at New Orleans, La., Appellant wrongfully violated a Federal
Statute by attempting to destroy evidence, which was in the process
of being seized; (3) on or about 2 November 1966, while such vessel
was at Houston, Texas, Appellant wrongfully had intoxicating liquor
aboard such vessel; and (4) on or about 9 November 1966, while suchvessel was at New Orleans, La., Appellant wrongfully had ships
cargo in his possession.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and the first,
second and fourth specifications. He entered a plea of guilty to
the third specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence the testimony
of three witnesses and the following exhibits:
(A) Five bottles of scotch
(B) One bottle of wine
(C) Remains of cardboard carton
(D) Copy of a portion of a Manifest and Freight List
indicating consignment of 50 cartons of wine
(E) Copy of a portion of Manifest and Freight List indicating
consignment of 150 cartons of whiskey
(F) Two delivery receipts indicating delivery of 49 cases of
the wine described in (D) above and of 149 cases of the
whiskey described in (E) above | Appeal No. 1659 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 9/20/1967 | 9/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1658 - POULES | By order dated 25 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at San Francisco, California, revoked
Appellant's seaman documents upon finding him guilty of misconduct.
The specifications found proved allege that while serving as an
ordinary seamen on board the United States SS LOYOLA VICTORY under
authority of the document above described, on or about 31 May 1966,
and 1 and 2 June 1966, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his
regular assigned duties due, on 1 and 2 June 1966, to his having
been in a state of intoxication.
Appellant failed to appear at the hearing after having been
served with notice thereof and of the charge and specifications.
It was, therefore, conducted in absentia and the Examiner entered
a plea of not guilty in Appellant's behalf to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence entries from the ship's Shipping Articles and Official Logbook.
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. 1658 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 9/20/1967 | 9/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1657 - SCOTT | By order dated 26 October 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, La., suspended Appellant seaman
documents for six months outright upon finding him guilty of
misconduct. The specification found proved alleges that while
serving as an ordinary seaman on board the United States SS SHIRLEY
LYKES under authority of the document above described, on or about
12 August 1966, Appellant wrongfully assaulted and battered with
his fist Mr. Finley Burch, a fellow crewmember, while the vessel
was at sea.
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 entries from
the ship's shipping articles and from its Official Logbook, and the
testimony of four witnesses.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the written
statement of a fellow crewmember. It was admitted into the record
by stipulation of the parties.
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. | Appeal No. 1657 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 9/20/1967 | 9/20/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1656 - FONTANEZ | By order dated 22 November 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N.Y., 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 passenger utility on board the United
States SS SANTA PAULA under authority of the document above
described, on or about 14 September 1966, Appellant, while ashore
in the port of La Guaira, Venezuela, did wrongfully assault and
battered Leon Joseph Loiseau, a fellow crewmember.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel, and entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and each
specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence an entry from
the ship's Logbook and the testimony of three witnesses one of
which was the alleged victim.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence a statement of the
alleged victim made while aboard ship, and his own testimony and
that of another witness.
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. 1656 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 8/28/1967 | 8/28/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1655 - MCGRUDER | By order dated 12 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New Orleans, Louisiana suspended Appellant's
seaman's documents for four months outright plus four months on
twelve 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 AMERICAN PLANTER under
authority of the document above described, in May, June, and July
1966, Appellant failed to perform his duties on eleven dates.
At the hearing, Appellant elected to act as his own counsel.
Appellant entered a plea of guilty to the charge and each
specification.
At the end of the hearing, the Examiner rendered a written
decision in which he concluded that the charge and specifications
had been proved by plea. The Examiner then served a written order
on Appellant suspending all documents issued to him for a period of four months outright plus four months on twelve months' probation.
The entire decision was served on 9 September 1966. Appeal
was timely filed on 9 September 1966. | Appeal No. 1655 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 8/10/1967 | 8/10/1967 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1654 - DA CUNHA | By order dated 19 August 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York suspended Appellant's seaman's
documents for 1 month outright plus 5 months on 12 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that while serving as a steward
utility on board the United States SS FLYING FOAM under authority
of document above described, on or about 26 May 1966, Appellant
used foul and abusive language and threatened bodily harm to the
Chief Officer.
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 official
logbook and shipping articles of the vessel, and the testimony of the Chief Officer.
In defense, Appellant offered in evidence the testimony of the
two witnesses, and took the stand himself.
After the hearing, the Examiner rendered a decision in which
he concluded that the charge and both specifications had been
proved. The Examiner then served a written order on Appellant
suspending all documents issued to him for 1 month outright plus 5
months' on 12 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1654 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 8/10/1966 | 8/10/1966 | | 12/28/2017 |
| Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 1653 - WIRICK | By order dated 14 November 1966, an Examiner of the United
States Coast Guard at New York, N. Y. suspended Appellant's seaman
documents for two months outright plus four months on twelve
months' probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The
specifications found proved allege that, while serving as an able
seaman on board the United States SS WOLVERINE STATE under
authority of the document above described, on or about 13 September
1966, while the ship was at Bremerhaven, Germany, Appellant
wrongfully failed to report aboard to shift the vessel; that on or
about 21 September 1966, while the ship was at Le Havre, France,
Appellant wrongfully failed to obey a lawful order of the Chief
Mate; that on or about the same date and while the vessel was at
the same place, Appellant wrongfully failed to perform his assigned
duties and left the vessel without permission.
At the hearing, Appellant was represented by professional
counsel. Appellant entered a plea of not guilty to the charge and the second, third and fourth specification, but entered a plea of
guilty to the first specification.
The Investigating Officer introduced in evidence a copy of the
ship's shipping articles and certified copies of entries from the
ship's Official Logbook.
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 specifications
had been proved; the first specification by plea, and the others by
substantial evidence. The Examiner then entered an order
suspending all documents issued to Appellant for a period of two
months outright plus months on twelve months' probation. | Appeal No. 1653 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 8/4/1967 | 8/4/1967 | | 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 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 1632 - SCHULTZ | 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 12 months outright plus 6 months on 18 months'
probation upon finding him guilty of misconduct. The specification
found proved alleges that while serving as an ordinary seaman on
board the United States SS SAPPHIRE GLADYS under authority of the
document above described, on or about l4 June 1966, Appellant
wrongfully assaulted and battered a fellow crewmember, James W.
Duffy, with a milk can and a coffee cut 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 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 12 months outright
plus 6 months on 18 months' probation. | Appeal No. 1632 | Suspension and Revocation Appeals Authority | 6/5/1966 | 6/5/1966 | | 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 |