All consular officers are authorized and required to retain in their possession all the papers of vessels of the United States, which shall be deposited with them as directed by law, till payment shall be made of all demands and wages on account of such vessels.

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Terms Used In 22 USC 4205

  • United States: when used in a geographic sense, means the several States and the District of Columbia. See 22 USC 3902