About 12.15 P.M.

on the 13th February distress signals were reported from the Princess light- vessel. The No. 1 Life-boat Eliza Harriet was launched and proceeded to the " Shingles," where the ketch ND. de Lourdes, of Gravelines, was found, but as the boat came up with her she floated clear. No active help was required.

The Life-boat however stood by her until she got into the channel, quite clear of the sands, as she was in a position of considerable danger. The weather was fine but hazy at the time of the accident, with a moderate S.W.

breeze..