— The pleasure yacht Iris, of Chester, was seen to be in a dangerous position in the breakers near Portmadoc Bar on the loth August. The Coxswain launched the Life-boat and proceeded to the assistance of the crew. He asked them if they wanted the assistance of the Life-boat; they at first declined, stating that they would remain on board until swamped, and would then try and swim ashore. It was pointed out to them that this would be impossible, and that they would incur very great and unnecessary danger ; as soon as they realised that this was so they readily availed themselves of the proffered aid.

The three men were then taken into the Life-boat and brought ashore in safety, the, yacht being left at anchor to weather the storm if possible. The sea was rough during this service, with a moderate W.S.W. gale blowing1..