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Barbadoes Hu,rieane Of 178O.-In that year on the 10th of October, the hurricane lasted AS hours. Bridgetown was levelled. The sea made an entire breach over it; the very site was obliterated; 4326 persons lost their lives! It is remarkable fact that the wind and waves were violent enough to re- move by their force, 12 pounder, from the south to the north battery, distance of APO feet!

 Immense damage was sustained throughout the West Indies, and some of the finest ves- sells in the British Navy were lost at the same time, with all their crews.

 In memory of that solemn event, it has been the practice of the Barbadans to appear in procession and to visit the churches on every anniversary, while general fast is kept throughout the island.

 From the beginning of August to the last of October, not day or night passes, without exciting the dread of these ill-fated islanders. It is the season of hurricanes, and they natu- rally anticipate their recurrence. They have at last realized those horrors which they have for years anticipated. The desolation of Bar badoes is complete. The loss of property in 178O, was estimated at seven millions of dol- lars. We are informed that the island is now completely ruined.

 We may we'll lament over this disastrous event, so destructive to life and property; and while we do so. let us not cease to be thankful for having our lot cast in country, free from the earthquake, the pestilence, and the hur- ricane. Truly we are the inhabitants of a good land, and Providence has thus far waved over us it's banner of love.