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234 white-striped porpoise was observed, of smaller size, but equal velocity in its motions with the common one. Till we passed the 50 degrees parallel of south latitude on the Pacific side of the continent, we were subject to boisterous weather, high seas, hail, rain, and thick fogs. On the 14th of December "the Island of Massafuera was distinctly seen, distant seven leagues, appearing like a dark bare rock. We passed near enough to ascertain that it was far from being fertile, though a little verdure might be descried in the valleys, with some stunted trees on the hills, and a few goats browsing on the rocky clefts. A high surf breaking on the beach prevented a boat from being sent on shore, and we consequently bore away for the Island of Juan Fernandez; the wind failing, however, we did not reach it till ten days afterwards. This classic island, which might be properly termed the Madeira of the southern hemisphere, is very mountainous and volcanic; its hills beautifully clothed with verdure to their summits, which, except in very clear weather, are enveloped with clouds, the scorched and rocky soil admirably contrasting with the deep green of its lovely vegetation. On the second day we landed in Cumberland Bay, so named by Anson in 1741. As we approached the shore we were surprised to observe a small vessel lying in the bay, and on the beach a little hut, with smoke arising from it. When on the point of stepping from the boat a man, to our astonishment, sprang from the bushes and directed us to a sheltered creek. He gave us the following account of his adventures. His name is William Clark, a native of Whitechapel, London, and being a sailor, came to the coast of Chili about five years ago, in a Liverpool vessel, called Solland, and was there discharged. He is now in the employment of the Spaniards, who visit Juan Fernandez for the purpose of killing seals and wild cattle, both of which are plentiful. His companions, five Spaniards, were on the other side of the island, following their customary pursuit, and came to see him once a week, during which time he was left to take charge of the little bark and other property. The poor fellow, when he first observed us,