Chapter XIX: Section 10: , line 24, the words "and such registration shall be

prima facie evidence to ownership" should be struck out. There
does not appear to be sufficient reason for giving a mere
assertion of claim the prima facie standing of absolute ownership.

It would put upon the true author, whose production had been
entered for copyright by another person, the burden of proof, and
this section if not amended would be very susceptible of
fraudulent use. I am inclined to think that it is advisable,
certainly if the copyright entry is to be prima facie evidence of
ownership, to require that the claim be verified before it is
presented to the Librarian, and that false swearing to such a
claim shall subject the affiant to the penalty for perjury.