Key Points
Claimant Information
- Name: Charlotte D.M. Cardeza
- Residence: Germantown, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA
Incident Details
- Voyage: Charlotte embarked on the Titanic at Cherbourg, France, on April 10, 1912, with her baggage, which included fourteen trunks, four bags, a jewel case, and three packing cases.
- Collision: The Titanic collided with an iceberg on April 14, 1912, leading to its sinking.
- Loss: Charlotte’s baggage and jewel case, along with their contents, were lost due to the collision.
Damages and Losses
- Total Claim: $177,352.75 for the lost baggage and jewel case.
- Baggage Contents: Detailed in Schedule A, including numerous high-value items such as dresses, coats, hats, gloves, shoes, and various personal effects.
- Jewel Case Contents: Detailed in Schedule B, including valuable jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and other precious items.
Legal Basis
- Negligence: The claim asserts that the collision and resulting losses were due to the negligence of the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, its officers, agents, and servants.
Relief Sought
- Compensation: Charlotte seeks $177,352.75 in damages for the lost baggage and jewel case.
- Legal Proceedings: Requests the court to allow her claim and report the due amount from any funds deposited in the court’s registry.
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