During a whole W.S.W. gale and rough sea on the 16th June, the fishing-boat J'ili/rim, of liuckhaven, was observed about three miles oft" North Sunderland Harbour showing signals of distress. At 3.45 P.M. the -Life-boat Thomas Be/rick was sent to her assist- ance, taking with her a borrowed sail, as it appeared probable that the fishing boat's sails had been blown away. This proved to be the case, and after several attempts the Life-boat got alongside and placed the sail and five men oil board. The boat's crew were much exhausted, but with the assistance thus rendered they were able to bring their boat safely into harbour..