Mr. Justice Strong delivered the opinion of the court. In determining the merits of the defence set up in this case,- it is necessary to inquire whether the law permits a common carrier to show, as an excuse for non-delivery pursuant to his bill of lading, that he has delivered the goods upon demand to the true owner. Upon this subject there has <span cit…
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