Each vessel, its tackle, apparel and furniture and the owner thereof shall be jointly and severally liable for the compensation of any pilot employed thereon and such pilot shall have a lien upon such vessel, her tackle, apparel and furniture for such compensation.[ 1935 c 18 s 15; RRS s 9871-15. Prior: 1907 c 147 s 2; 1888 p 178 s 23.]