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Wells, of Goole

SHERINGHAM, NORFOLK.—On the 14th April, at daylight, the schooner Wells, of Goole, was observed at anchor off this station, with a signal of distress flying.

The schooner was in a dangerous position on a lee shore, a heavy easterly gale was blowing, accompanied by snow squalls.

The Life-boat Duncan was promptly launched, and boarded the schooner about 7 A.M., having stood out under sail. The crew of the Life-boat having taken charge of the Wells, slipped her cables and carried her to a safe anchorage at Blakeney, from whence she was subsequently towedinto port. She carried a crew of 4 men, and 1 woman was also on board..