The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-06-11
BOYTON'S SUCCESS.
The Story of His Second Cross
Channel Trip.
IN THE TEETH OF THE STORM


and he is thoroughly compensated for the disap.
pointment consequent upon his previous failure.
1t will be remembered that on the occasion OF the
Captains first "trip from Dover no had arrived
within very hopeful distance OF the French coast
when the we'll meant advice or the French pilot
who accompanied him, coupled with the entreatles
OF the representatives OF the English and Amert-
can press, who feared that he might become lost
to sight Dy reason OF the hazy and unfavoraols
weather and the heavy sea, induced him, reuc.
family. to abandon his voyage. But nothing
daunted, the Captain has taken an early oppor-
tunity OF again testing his extraordinary appa-
rarus by another expedition. this time starting
from the French coast and fixing Folkestone AZ
the point OF arrival.
STARTING OUT
Having arrived IN Bouogne on Sunday last ne
proceeded on Monday to Cape GrisRez, IN order TO
choose q convenient spot for departure, and ulti-
mately fixed upon the narrow beach near the
village OF Grisnez about $50 yards east OF the
lighthouse. The arrangements tor the commence.
ment OF his trip having been completed, Captain
Boylon entered upon his preliminary journey
from Boulogne TO Grisnez ON Thursday morning.
taking the water at Pont Marguet and intending
to swim the whole distance to Grisnez Before
dressing ne WAS examined by Dr. Diver. who exs
pressed the opinion that the Captain was in lReI
condition than at the time OF mis- frst voyage and
In excellent general health. on starting
from Boulogne he received o most enthu-
siastic farewell, the entire population as
sembling to witness his departure. The,
houses were decorated with nags and
bunting, and the quays were crowded with ex-
cited and friendly spectators, conspicuous among
whom were hundreds OF girls, dressed In white
lace wells and satin Shoes VINO had come from the
Cathedral after their confirmation. The enthu-
siasm increased as the Captain walked down to
the steps, notable feature IN the demonstration
being the presentation OF bouquets to him by
ladies, q circumstance which apparently slightly
embarrassed him. Many vessels, displaying their
different national colors, were In readiness TO
company Captain Boyton, as also were several
boats, including the Louis Fontaine lifeooat and
others, containing scientific men and the princi,
pal authorities. Letters ana telegraphic messages
full OF expressions Of good wishes, reached the
Captain from all parts OF France and from Queen
Victoria and the Prince OF Wales, who re-
GREETED his inability TO be present and ex,
pressed q hope that the experiment would
prove entirely successful; from General Schenck,
who signined his confidence that the 1eat would be
satisfactorily achieved, and IRON many other dis
tinguished individuals universal feeling Of
friendliness toward the American swimmer pre-
vailed and he was greeted with much cheering as
he stepped into the water shouting "V1pe 10
France ~
THE JOURNEY ACROSS.
Fixing bis sail and dying O RED cross Dag, hav.
ing also hoisted the American ensign he steadily
began mis- voyage against a strong wind, being
frequently cheered by passing vessels, and keep
ing at the distance OF kilometre from shore. As
he approached the village OF Andrecelles he was
met by several boats. and shortly afterward was
persuaded to land at that village, which ne did
amid great applause from large number OF on
lockers who filled the roads and headlands.
At this time q strong wind was ireshening from
west southwest. The time occupied in the swim
from Boulogne TO Andreceles was two hours and
tBenty-seven seconds. After taking long, sound
sleep Boyton proceeded to start Tor Folkestone.
The at twenty minutes past two A. N. yesterday
was smooth. but the weather hazy and unproms.
ing. While awaiting the rocket signals from this
steamer Prince Ernest, which sailed from Folke.
stone at one A. NJ, having on board large com
pany, among whom was Mr.. Samuel Pimsoll. NJ
p bonfire was lighted and gun fred from
Cape Grisnez, as parting salute to the Captain,
who, observing flight OF rockets from the Ernest
plunged into the sea at nine minutes past three
A. NJ, again crying "Vtue Ia Frdnce,r being
chesred heartily nJ the multItudes Of spectators.
At starting the wind was blowing directly in biz
teeth. Mr.. Michael Boyton. the brother OF the
swimmer, who had arrived from Folkestone IN the
Prince Ernest, now proceeded 10 Cape Grisnez to
fetch the screw propeller. which Captain Boynton
had left behind on account OF the heavy surf, and
the SAIL, which had been forgotten.
OFF FOR ENGLAND.
Using his paddle at the first tho Captain was
now fairly on his way 20 England. At half-past
four O'Clock A. NJ. he kindly urged that the
steamer should put back 20 Grisnez to carry mack
10 Boulogne the spectators VINO had come from
the latter place. This request being acceded ia
he struggled manfully on, quite alone and IN ths
face OF a tremendous wind. At halfpast i've
O'Clock the steamer again came up with tho
amphibian. who, on being informed that he wat
now seven miles nom the French coast, stouilI
exclaimed, IL shall breakfast in England.F
Shortly after midday the Southeastern Railway
Companys steamer Victoria, gaiIy decorated
came alongside on an excursion from FolSestone
she spoke with the Prince Ernest, and lustI
cheers we're given for Boyton. At six O'Clock
thick sea-fog prevailed and At eleven O'Clock the
Captain had accomplished twelve miles and was
stil striving against a strong wind, which some
OF the accompanying party feared might prevent
his landing. At noon England was sighted, Boy
ton being still fresh and vigorous. At quarter
past one O'Clock the American nag was agalB
visible over the Captain. who was now encouraged
by the news that the cliffs OF Dover we're ONLY eigh
miles away. Al four O'Clock
HEAVY STORM,
accompanied oJ thunder ana iRntning. somewhat
impedcd his progress, but stlll the Indomitable
mariner fought successfully against wind and
wave. Padding ana using his sail, at fifteen min
utes before I'VE he was within easy distance OF the
English coast. For the next several hours ne
diifted very much until at nalfpast two this morn.
ing he landed triumphantly on very Wild coast
one mile and half eastward OF Dover. having
been IN the water twenty three hours and thirty.
eight minutes. He was only slightly farigued, and
after very short rest the party steamed TO FolSe-
stone where Captain Boyton was warmly received
ct the Pavilion Hotel, having been nonored by al
salute or ten guns and announced his intention 70
depart shortly Tor London. lie was congratulated
on every side by the crowds who had gathered IA
witness his arrival The course steered was
north-northeast by east half east and then NORTH.
northwest by west