This section of the book is from the "Canadian Banking Practice" book, by John T. P. Knight.
Question 275.— A draft is received for collection from a western bank with a bill of lading " to order" attached, instructions being " surrender bill of lading on payment." Drawee asks for permit to examine goods; can collecting bank grant it?
Answer.—We do not think the bank ought to interfere in such a point without the approval of the parties interested.
 
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