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Ynchausti Steamship Co vs. Dexter
Ynchausti Steamship Co vs. Dexter
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and Unson (39 Phil, 34), without showing that the loss,
shortage, or damage suffered by the property while in the
hands of the carrier for transportation resulted from some
other cause than its own fault or negligence.
290
STREET, J.;
291
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here sought must show merit. That is, the petitioner's right
to relief must be clear. Such cannot be said to be the case
where, as here, a presumption of responsibility on the part
of the petitioner stands unrefuted upon the record.
We are of the opinion that, in the absence of proof
showing that the carrier was not at fault in respect to the
matter under discussion, the Insular Auditor was entitled
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Petition dismissed.
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