The annual inspection and distribution of prizes to the boys of the training-ships Arethusa and Chichester took place the same day on board the former ship, at Greenhithe, where the ship lay. The boys—300 in number—appeared to be in excellent health, and received Lord Shaftesbury with manned yards. His Lordship was supported by the Earl and Countess St. Germans, the secretary of the institution, and many other ladies and gentlemen. The report, read by Mr. W. Williams, gave a most encouraging account of the progress of the society. Swimming and other sports of the society followed.
Source: The Illustrated London News, July 8, 1882, p.47