JOHNSHAVEN, KlNCARDINESHIRE. The fishing-lugger Mary, of Johnshaven, was seen making for the harbour on the evening of the 5th May. A heavy dangerous sea was running, there was very little wind and the water was low, so that it was considered improbable that she could enter without assistance. Bockets were therefore fired to warn her off, but as these were not heeded the Life-boat Meanwell of Gleribervie was launched at 9.30, proceeded to the boat and advised the fishermen not to enter until daylight.

After midnight, however, they determined to make an attempt. The Life-boat therefore took the boat in tow and she was got safely into the harbour..