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The S.S. Eagle

HAYLE. — On the 24th March, the S.S. Eagle, of Neath, bound from that port to Hayle, with a cargo of coal, in making for the latter harbour, grounded on the bar, at about 9.30 A.M. she struck heavily, knocked away her rudder, and became unmanageable. The wind was blowing strong from the N.E., and the sea on the bar was so heavy that it was impossible for any boat but a Life-boat to render any assistance in case of need.

The Life-boat Isis therefore went off to her aid, and remained by her until the tide fell, and all danger appeared to be over.