§ 98. Distribution of proceeds. Upon the determination of all the
claims presented, the justice or referee shall make an order of
distribution of the proceeds. The order shall direct the payment of the
claims found to be subsisting liens upon such vessel or proceeds, with
all costs, expenses and allowances, in the order of the priority of
filing the notices of such liens, as provided in this article. Such
costs, expenses and allowances shall be in the discretion of the
justice, except as otherwise provided in this article.