Testimony in Relation to Pilots And Pilotage Before the Select Committe of the House of Delegates 1853
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Yes. Domestic trade alone will not build up a citv. Increase of the coal trade has increased the supply of vessels. Every vessel coming in the Capes feels the benefit of seeing a pilot outside, as was the case under old law. Taxes on tonnage all paid in this State. If system destroyed, and left open to competition, thinks have inefficient pilots. Thinks decidedly not. Desirable to meet pilots as far out as possible. Had known the case of a vessel, with experienced captain, laying off until a pi...lot came in view. Don't think present laws justifies pilots cruising or laying out the Capes. CAPTAIN BAILEY— Sworn, 1. Yes. 2. Benefit both ; certainly the coasters ; and calculated to save property and life. 3. Both ought to bear a part. 4. Thinks foreign trade most beneficial. 5. Think so. 6. They are. 7. Should think it would. 8. It arises from the difference in freight ; the conveniences in shipping are in favor of New York and Boston ; they have greater supply of vessels ; and, when ready to sail, rather than be delayed, they will afford great accommodation to shippers.
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