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Submarine Telegraph Act 1885

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In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—

  • The expression " vessel " means every description of vessel used in navigation in whatever way it is propelled ; and any reference to a vessel shall include a reference to a boat belonging to such vessel:

  • The expression "master " includes every person having command or charge of a vessel:

  • The expression " British possession " includes any part of Her Majesty's dominions exclusive of the United Kingdom :

  • The expression " person " includes a body of persons corporate or unincorporate.

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