because, if we parted another cable, he purposed to endeavour running to sea until the storm abated, to reserve our remaining anchor. I told him I did not think it possible to do so in any of the ship's boats, but in his private whale boat I was ready to obey his orders. She was a fine light boat, the gale had somewhat moderated, though it was yet squally, when, about half-way on shore, a sort of whirlwind squall lifted the boat completely out of the water, but instantly calling to the men to keep the oars still, she almost immediately settled again. On passing the schooner a noise was heard inside her, but our own position was such that we had no inclination to gratify curiosity, my only object being to reach the shore. When the gale subsided, the boats, going on shore for fresh beef, heard the noise of something knocking inside the schooner. One of them (I think the Raisonable's boat) returned to the ship, and brought some carpenters to scuttle her bottom, when they found a poor Hottentot slave boy so exhausted that it was some time before he could speak. The account he gave was, that no other person was on board when she capsized, when, finding himself involved in thick darkness, he bawled and roared as loud as he could, in hopes of being heard; and when his voice failed him, that he could call out no longer, in groping about he got hold of one of the stones they had had for ballast, and he continued tapping with that until he was rescued, and that was the noise we had heard in passing her the previous day. The poor little fellow was dreadfully horrified and exhausted, and his mind being as dark as the hull he was in, I think every Christian philanthropist will feel, that had that poor boy been taught to honour God and reverence him habitually in times of safety, it would have been of unspeakable advantage to him in this perilous situation. We see that the French captain had a God to confide in for deliverance, because, when that deliverance came, his first impulse was to thank God for it. Should you deem this consistent with your glorious object, by giving it a place in your next magazine I may, for a succeeding one, forward a statement of very different results on a similar occasion; and, wishing you abundant success in your labour of love and Christian philanthropy,

Mr. T. Fieldwick.

I am, dear Sir, your obedient servant,

W. GILCHRIST, Rd. Com. R.N.

THE LAST OF THE CREW OF THE "ROYAL GEORGE." On Wednesday, the 2nd of October, died at Woodford, near Berkeley, in the county of Gloucester, Mr. James Ingram, proprietor and landlord of the Fox Inn, in that village. Mr. Ingram was 93 years of age, and was the last survivor of the crew of the "Royal George," which sank at Spithead on the 19th of August, 1782. His escape on that memorable occasion was almost miraculous; he was below at the time the vessel capsized, but was fortunate enough to get out at one of the port-holes. As he was swimming to the shore, one of the persons who was on board at the time of the accident, and who, like himself, was struggling for life, caught hold of his foot, and dragged him towards the bottom. By a desperate effort he freed himself from the deadly grasp, one of his shoes having come off in the struggle, and by this means he was released from his perilous situation; the other shoe he retained as a relic to his dying day. Before reaching the shore, he saw a woman struggling in the water, and, being an expert swimmer, he brought her safely to land with him. Mr. Ingram had seen a great deal of service, having been at the siege of Gibraltar, when it was attacked by the combined fleets of France and Spain, and also in many naval actions. His sight and health were remarkably good, up to within a short time of his death. Deceased was well known to travellers on the old coach-road from Gloucester to Bristol, as the coachmen used frequently to pull up, to allow their passengers to see a veteran whose life had been marked by so miraculous an incident....

Monthly Chronicle.

In our Chronicle for September reference was made to Mr. Fieldwick's recent visit into Cornwall, on behalf of the Society, when it was stated that arrangements of a very satisfactory character were made respecting the Cornish mission generally, and more especially as to the Bethel Chapel at PENZANCE.

We have now much pleasure in stating particulars. When the Cornish Coast Mission was originated, it was fully expected that the friends of sailors at Penzance would at once have cordially united in the proposed undertaking, and, accordingly, the missionary (Mr. Trotter) has given them the occasional benefit of his labours, in common with other stations on the coast. A difficulty was, however, felt on account of the local Bethel, which was thought by some to meet the spiritual necessities of the seafaring population, and which, it was said, demanded all the support which could be raised for it in

the town.

Matters at length assumed another appearance. The labours of Mr. Trotter, occasional as they were, were found to be efficient; and the services in the Bethel Chapel being very irregular and ill attended, a desire was expressed by some of the Trustees of the Bethel for a more perfect co-operation. Under these circumstances, it was proposed by Mr. Fieldwick that the Bethel Chapel should be occupied by the British and Foreign Sailors' Society, which should hold itself responsible for the supply of the regular services. A meeting of Trustees was accordingly convened, when the following minute was made by Joseph Carne, Esq., and sent for adoption to the Directors of the Society:

"At a Meeting of the Trustees of the Bethel Chapel, in Penzance, held in the Wesleyan Vestry, on the 20th of August, 1850-Present, Rev. Charles Moore, in the chair; Rev. Mr. Foxell, Mr. Rosewall, Capt. Broad, and Mr. Carne--to consider a proposal made by Mr. Fieldwick on behalf of the British and Foreign Sailors' Society, to take the Chapel under their care, and to occupy it by their missionary, at least on one Sabbath in every month, and to make arrangements with other ministers to supply the Chapel on the other Sundays, and other times which may be convenient, accompanied by their assurance that their missionary shall spend about a week in every month in visiting the seamen and others, in their ships and habitations.

"RESOLVED, that it is advisable to give up the Chapel to the Society's care, as proposed, reserving a rent of sixpence a year from Michaelmas next, besides the lord's rent, and on condition that the Society will at any time give up the possession to the Trustees on receiving six months' notice to do so. (Signed) "CHARLES MOORE, Chairman.”

The terms thus specified were cordially adopted by the Board, and arrangements consequently made for the usual services, which will be conducted by Mr. Trotter, assisted by the local ministers and other friends. We confidently anticipate, that by these means the local interest in the sailor's cause will be greatly increased, while the operations of the Parent Society are, at the same time, rendered more efficient,

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Equally satisfactory are the plans now in progress, through the efforts of the Rev. Edward Muscutt, to form

NEW METROPOLITAN AUXILIARIES

in the north-east and the west of London. In the former district, the Rev. Messrs. Dukes, Philip, Aveling, and Green have cordially responded to the application to form an association in Dalston and Kingsland. A preliminary meeting was held on the 23rd ult., when the necessary arrangements were made for a public meeting being shortly held, for the formation of an Auxiliary in this locality. In the west of London, the Rev. Dr. Archer, Rev. R. Redpath, and other gentlemen, have as cordially enlisted their efforts to promote the interests of the Society among their respective congregations in this district. Other associations, we have reason to hope, will shortly be formed in various metropolitan and suburban neighbourhoods.

PROVINCIAL AUXILIARIES.

Among the efforts made by the friends of seamen, in provincial ports, it is with pleasure we report those at Lowestoft. A Branch Association has recently been formed in this important and rapidly rising town. S. M. Peto, Esq., M.P., has afforded his aid, and ministers and members of various denominations have united their exertions. Half the salary of the missionary is guaranteed by the Local Committee: the remaining moiety will be supplied by the Society. A devoted missionary has been engaged, who has entered upon his sphere of labour.

Witham, Luton, and Maldon have been visited by the Rev. Edward Muscutt, by whom the Society's claims were advocated; and in each place an increase of funds was the result.

LODGING-HOUSES.

We defer till the next number any detail of our plans respecting this momentous department of the Society's operations, and therefore confine our present remarks to the simple announcement of the fact, that arrangements are in progress, which we hope will shortly issue in the establishment of a model lodging-house, in one of the most eligible parts of London. The accomplishment of this object will involve a considerable immediate outlay, but the Directors have already been greatly encouraged by promises of assistance, which we shall shortly make known.

PRAYER ON BEHALF OF SAILORS.

The value and efficacy of prayer, in connexion with Christian effort, are readily acknowledged by all who feel their dependence upon Divine assistance; and we earnestly solicit our friends, as one of the best proofs they can afford of interest in the sailor's cause, not to forget to implore the Divine blessing upon the labours of the missionaries and agents of this Society. They would, also, greatly strengthen our hands if, in addition to personal supplication, they would seek to enlist the sympathies of their respective ministers. If our pulpits echoed to the voice of supplication on behalf of seamen, the churches would soon become interested for their welfare. Prayer would induce effort, and effort would be crowned with success.

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CAPTAIN PRYNN'S REPORT.

We have much reason to thank God for the extension of the work of grace amongst our sailors.

Since I presented my last report some circumstances of a highly interesting nature have come under my notice. One was the case of a young man, a native of New Zealand, who has recently arrived from that island in the Sir Charles Forbes, Captain W. H. Prynn. This young man, the day before the ship sailed from Hokiango, in New Zealand, had secreted himself on board, for the purpose of coming to England, of which country he had heard so much. The day after the ship had sailed, he was discovered, and when questioned by the captain as to his reasons for leaving New Zealand, it was found he was a convert to the truth as it is in Christ, and he thought he should learn more of Christ if he could get to England. He had been baptised by a Wesleyan missionary at New Zealand, and his Christian name was Henry; his native name being Ura Noi. In conversation with the captain soon after, he spread forth his arms and loudly exclaimed-"Hallelujah, Hallelujah!" This he said he had been taught by the missionary at Hokiango. He was found to be very tractable, and of a most amiable temper. He had brought with him a copy of the book of Job, written in the Mauree tongue, which is spoken by the natives of New Zealand. This book he highly prized and often read. Nothing particular occurred during the passage from New Zealand to Valparaiso, but Henry became an object of sympathy and regard to all the crew, and especially to the captain, for whom also he appeared to entertain a sincere regard. After leaving Valparaiso the ship had to go on the coast of Chili to load guano, and the cargo had to be taken on board in the ship's boats. In the course of loading, whilst coming off from the shore, the boat in which the captain and Henry were, filled with water. Henry discovered the captain could not swim, and being a very powerful young man, he immediately seized the captain by his coat collar at the back of his neck and held him above water, whilst he swam with him to the shore, which was a considerable distance, saying, "Oh, cappy, you no fear-me savey you, me savey you; you no touchee me." In this way he was made the means, in the hand of God, of saving the captain's life. This interposition of Divine Providence called forth more than ever the Christian regard of the captain towards the youth.

In the course of the voyage from the coast of Chili to England, the ship having been detained by calms near the equinoctial line for several days, the captain became a little fretful, and one day hastily said to this young man, "Henry, why don't you clean yourself?" to which he innocently replied, "Ah, cappy, no vind, no help dat; posey Jobe here; he no vind, he say, come vind to-morrow; to-morrow no vind, he say, come other day vind. He, Jobe, no out tempe, cappy." This was a reproof to the captain's impatience from the book of Job, the only portion of Scripture this young m: n had ever possessed.

Since he has been in London he has been at the Sailors' Church, but he was so deeply affected with the service, although he could understand nothing but that which referred to Jesus Christ, that he wept much, and was poorly for several hours afterwards. The following day I saw him on board the ship; he seemed a little cheerful, and I said, Henry, are you better to-day?"