MOELFRE, ANGLESEY.—On the 31st of August the Life-boat Star of Hope was launched for practice in a strong S.W.

gale and a moderate sea. Whilst cruising under canvas, signals of distress were seen to be shown by the schooner John and Jane, of Carnarvon, which was lying at anchor about two miles N.N.W. of Penmon Lighthouse. The Life-boat bore down on her, and the master stated that he feared the wind might shift more to the W.

during the night, and his vessel would, in that event, be in a very dangerous position, her head sails having been blown away. At his request, he was taken off to consult the Penmon pilots, and, having done so, was put on board his vessel again..