Cromarty.—On the afternoon of the 23rd December the local fishing boat Messina, with three men on board, was seen to be in a dangerous position off South Suter Point. She was trying to get back after lobster fishing, but could make no headway against a strong, squally S.W. breeze and rough sea. The motor life-boat James Macfee was launched at 3 P.M., towed the Messina back to harbour, and returned to her station at 3.35 P.M.—Rewards, £5 14s..