On the 23rd December a small open boat, the Con- stance, of Eyemouth, was returning home in a very heavy sea, and as it was realized that the men on board wouJd be in serious danger if any attempt was made to go into harbour, the Life-boa Anne Francis was despatched to her assistance. When the Life-boat reachec the boat a man was placed on boarc and she was eventually able to get into safety..