About 5 P.M.

on the 20th July a small yawl was observed close to the Goodwin Sands in j a very dangerous position apparently j not under proper control, arid griping \ towards the sand. Within a short time it was seen that she had grounded and the sea was breaking over her. With- out delay the Life-boat was despatched to her assistance. They found that she | was the Sea Belle, of London, and had j one man on board with his dog. At j first he declined any help, but when he j realised his danger he gladly availed himself of the proffered aid. The boat i was then taken in tow and conveyed j to Broadstairs, arriving at 10.30 P.M..