Verdict of the Court of Inquiry

We are of opinion that the vessel was not navigated with proper or seamanlike care by the master after 12 o'clock noon considering the state of the weather, and in not using the lead after 5 o'clock, and that the stranding of the vessel was due to his act or default.

We do, therefore, adjudge that the certificate of the master, Edward Henry Bond, be suspended for a period of three months.