Solomons.

“Mendana” Wrecked In

Another well-known vessel has passed out of the sight of man in the Solomons.

Named the “Mendana” (after the dis coverer of the Group) she had her full share of adventures during her 20 years’ afloat there. The “Mendana” was one of the smartest little vessels of her time and was owned by Mr. Jeff Clift. At the time of her loss, in Janu ary, she was in charge of Mr. E.

Palmer, and was anchored in Pamua Bay, San Cristoval (known locally at Makeira). A sudden N.W. squall came up, the anchor chain snapped and the vessel was on the rocks before any thing could be done to save her.

Thus was added yet another name to the long list of vessels lost on the treacherous Makeira coast.