— H. M. Mine- Sweeper Canton ran aground on the Newcome Sands in a strong E.N.E.

breeze and rough sea, on the 27th May.

j Signals of distress were made as the sea was breaking over her, and the Life-boat was launched to her assistance.

When the Life-boat reached the wreck communication was effected, and an attempt was made to convey an hawser to a patrol^boat which was in the vicinity, with the object of trying to tow the vessel clear of the sands. These efforts, however, were not successful and tlie Life-boat, after standing by for a time, returned ashore. Later in the day the boat put off again at the request of the Naval Authorities and succeeded in effecting communication between the vessel in distress and a tug.

A hawser was also passed to another vessel which was standing by, and by their combined efforts the vessel was refloated..