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down the channel, and took them on board to Kedgeree, where they were landed. It is unnecessary to observe that in a few hours the 'Robarts' was totally destroyed. The men who were charged with setting fire to the ship have undergone an examination, and are remanded. The result of the second day's examination has not yet been received. The loss of the vessel and cargo is said to exceed £30,000. It is covered by insurances."—Observer.