The motor life-boat Edward and Isabella Irwin was launched at 9.55 A.M. on the 24th December, as a fisherman had repo'rted that the motor fishing boat White Lady appeared to be in need of help. A strong S.E. gale was blowing, with a rough sea and rain. The White Lady got in without help, but news was received that the motor fishing boat True Vine was still at sea, and the life- boat went to look for her. She found her about four miles off Ryhope, and escorted her safely into harbour. The life-boat returned to her station at 1 P.M.—Rewards, £8 2s. 6d..