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SECTION 173: DECISION OF QUESTIONS AS TO SHIP AND SERVICE DEBTS AND OTHER DEBTS IN SHIP OR QUARTERS If in any case a doubt or difference arises as to what are the ship or service debts and the debts in ship or quarters of a deceased officer or60[sailor] or as to the amount payable in respect thereof, the decision of the prescribed person shall be final and shall be binding on all persons for all purposes.