of repression could not cope with the event of the emergency, & it was a fact that the vessels applying, and powerful steamers. The Harbour Master has certified that the accommodation afforded by her 3 decks was superior to that on board the German sailing lighters which have severally been the craft employed under the Customs rules.
My action, which I admit to have been indefensible, was confined to accepting the supervision of the Customs Authorities without enquiry. The only explanation I can offer is, that it has been the practice of this Office for some years before to ... the ... Passenger Act 479.