Collection: Richards Studio Collection
Series: D151508-1
(Unique: 31060) Date: 04-11-1967 Description: Aerial photograph of J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding facility taken on April 11, 1967. The shipbuilding's namesake is docked nearby. The 154-foot tuna boat was the fifth tuna seiner built for Lou Brito of San Diego who had developed a close working relationship with Joe Martinac. Mr. Martinac's mother christened the ship. The J.M. Martinac was the largest seiner ever built by Martinac Shipbuilding. West Coast Grocery Co. can be seen in background. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding. (TNT 2-19-67, B-4, TNT 3-28-67, A-1) TPL-9123 Subjects:Aerial photographs; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Image type: Black & White Print type: Fiber base-Glossy Print format: 8x10" Rights: See Tacoma Public Library for specific rights and permissions.
