Transcribed by Susan Bergeron. Geo. Carlisle Journal Friday, December 8th, 1899 Crew Rescued by Lifeboats. A West Hartlepool correspondent states that the steamer Maltby, owned by Messrs. ROPNER and Son, West Hartlepool, outward bound from the Tyne with coal for South Africa under Government charter, went ashore at the entrance to Shields' Harbour last night during the prevalence of a south-east gale. Lifeboats were launched and the crew of 24 hands were brought ashore amid a scene of excitement. One of the crew was badly injured in leaping into the lifeboat. Several of the crew had narrow escapes, being washed along the deck before being rescued. The vessel lies in a dangerous position, and it is feared will become a total wreck. .....