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The new Barque Atlantic, of Perth, (284 tons) George Morton, Master, from Dundee, bound to Quebec, with a general cargo, ran on shore near Cape St Francis, at half-past 11 o’clock, on the night of Tuesday last. The Passengers (27 in number) and the crew had a miraculous escape, but all succeeded in getting on shore with the ex* ception of a boy named Hog, who was unfortunately diowned.We feel persuaded that it will be only necessary to apprize the public of the destitute condition of these poor strangers, to sscure for them that assistance of which they now stand in need. Scarcely an article of clothing was saved from the wreck,— the loss of the ship having been almost the work of an instant, and the circumstances superseding every consideration but the preservation of life,— many got on shore as they rushed from their beds on being aroused by the shock. His Excellency the Governor, we understand, promptly and hu% manely sent to their assistance, on being informed of their situation ; and we are requested to state that the President of the Chamber of Qommerce— the Hon. W. Thomas—will receive Clothing or any other contribution for the benefit of the sufferefs.— Neicf oundlander.'1 he Scottish portion ot the community, we learn with pleasure, have taken up this distressing caso, with u view to relieve the sufferings of their distressed fellow countrymen ; and no doubt their philanthropic feelings will be shared by the go-ncrt commmuruty.
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Saint Johns Newfoundland Patriot
Saint Johns, Newfoundland, CA
Sat, May 09, 1840
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