Aith, Shetland.—During the afternoon of the 24th September the island of Papa Stour informed Sandness post office, on the mainland, that doctor was wanted for a sick man on the island. The weather was too bad at that time to allow an ordinary boat to make the crossing, and nothing was done. Later it was learned that the man's condition had got worse and that immediate medical attention was necessary. A strong N. by W. gale was blowing, with a heavy sea. It was decided to send the motor life-boat The Rankin with a doctor, and she put out at 11.30 P.M. The doctor successfully treated the man, and the life-boat arrived back at her station at 4 A.M. on the 25th.—Rewards, £7 10s., which, together with £3 for petrol, were paid by the Department of Health for Scotland,.