Union Jack

A small flag flown at the bowsprit cap on a jack-staff. It contains only the union of the national ensign, and is set on Sundays and when dressing ship.

U. S. Local Inspectors. Officers appointed by the Secretary of the Treasury to examine and license all classes of American steam vessels, and to grant to capable captains, mates and engineers certificates of competency authorizing them to serve in their several capacities on board steam vessels.