
In a legal proceeding presided over by Mr Hickson at Limerick Police Court, a case involving John Began, a stoker employed on the SS Pendoreer, was settled. Began had brought his claim against Captain Hall, the vessel’s master, seeking to recover £9 3s 4d in unpaid wages. His argument rested on the premise that his year-long voyage, for which he signed on in Cardiff, could be concluded upon the vessel’s arrival at Limerick port.
The defence contended that a similar matter had been addressed by the Court of Appeal, which ruled that the term “terminable port” could be defined by the captain within the stipulated timeframe. This assertion sought to counter Began’s claim that his service could end upon arrival at Limerick.
After due consideration, the magistrates ruled in favor of the defence, citing the Court of Appeal’s decision. The case was dismissed, and Began was required to pay 10s 6d in costs.
Limerick Echo – Tuesday 13 February 1906