On the morning of the 15th February nine fishing boats proceeded to the fishing ground about eight or nine miles from the land. Shortly after having shot theirlines they were overtaken by a heavy gale from the N., and a very rough sea, and when about three miles from the shore on their way home they were seen to be in great periL The Life-boat Robert and Susan was therefore launched at 11 o'clock, went to their assistance, and remained afloat until the Boats had safely landed, returning to her station at 2 P.M..