Baker was a director of Cable Shipping Ltd. ,a corporation that leased a large wharf from Able.Baker gave instructions to the person in charge of the wharf that the S.S.Cambridge would be using the wharf to unload its cargo.The S.S.Cambridge damaged the wharf on its arrival,and the wharf owner brought an action against Cable Shipping Ltd.for repairs.
-Baker would be personally liable to Able for the damage,because he gave permission for the corporation's ship to use the wharf.

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As a director of Cable Shipping Ltd., Baker would not be personally liable for the damage caused by the S.S. Cambridge as long as he was acting within the scope of his authority as a director of the corporation. The corporation itself would be responsible for any damages.

Baker Was a Director of Cable Shipping Ltd