LIENS ON WATER CRAFTS.
Mr. McClure's bill [H. R: 329] concerning liens on water crafts was read the third time.
Mr. McCLURE said: This bill simplifies the mode and manner of enforcing laws in this respect.
Mr. RYAN--This bill was prepared by the Revision Committee for the benefit of those cities and towns along the borders of the Ohio River. It is simply to amend the statute by fixing a remedy for persons who have furnished supplies to crafts, etc., which makes it easier to enforce the laws against boats. It is one of the most difficult things for persons to enforce their claims against boats for supplies and repairs, especially when they are owned by parties residing in other States.
The bill passed--yeas, 83; nays, 0.
