Just after day- break on the 12th November a schooner- rigged vessel was observed coming in from the eastward, and as a strong S.E.

by E. wind was blowing a watch was kept on her. From time to time she was lost sight of in the rain and squalls and at about 10.30 A.M. she could no longer be seen from Southwold. As a result of enquiries by telephone it was found that she was in a dangerous position near the SizeweJl Bank, and the Life- boat Alfred Carry was launched. When the Life-boat reached the ship, which proved to be the brigantine John, of Grhnsby, the captain reported that he had been aground, but on letting go his anchor the vessel swung clear. The ; Life-boatmen were engaged to save the vessel, and seven men were placed on board. Meanwhile the wind had i changed and during the afternoon the ! vessel and her crew got into safety..