To each of the three annual meetings of the Institution since the outbreak of war The Duke of Kent sent a message of congratulation. The last of these messages was read by Sir Godfrey Baring, Bt., chairman of the Institution, when he presided at the annual meeting on 9th. July. In this messag* the Duke said: "I want to congratulate the life-boatmen on their magnificent achievement.

We owe them a debt which cannot adequately be repaid. They brave innumerable hardships willingly, and with a spirit of determination of the highest order To our many generous friends I should like to say, 'Thank you Your generosity makes it possible to continue this work at the high standard which we are determined to maintain.'".