An interior view of a fishing vessel showing the chart storage and navigation table next to the communications system in a newly completed ship by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. TPL-9044

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Navigation;

The captain's quarters in a newly completed ship by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. The Martinac yard had been busy during May 1951: the Royal Pacific, a 118-foot tuna clipper was launched May 5, was expected to make her trial run the first week of June; a 123-foot clipper for Lu Brito, already started, was expected to be completed in December; and at the Kazulin-Cole yard on Hylebos waterway, under lease by Martinac, a 118-foot sister ship to the Royal Pacific and Mona Lisa was expected to be launched June 15. Immediately following that launching Martinac would begin construction of another 118-foot sister vessel to the first three. (TNT, 6/3/1951, p.D-12) TPL-9043

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company. The crowd attending the ceremony dispersed after the new tuna clipper was launched down the ways.

Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company. The tugboat "Peter Foss" is pushing the fishing boat to the dock where the interior will be completed. A stormy sky is overhead on this May 10, 1951, day. The 96-foot tuna clipper was expected to be delivered to her San Diego owners in mid-June. (TNT, 5/13/1951, p.B-2)

Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960; Tugboats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company on May 10, 1951. Nine-year-old Teres Sousa, daughter of "Miss California's" captain, Manuel Sousa, is christening the new fishing boat with a bottle of champagne under watchful eye of her mother, holding a bouquet of roses, and two men. The dignitaries are standing on scaffolding inside the ways building. (TNT, 5/13/1951, p.B-2)

Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Sousa, Teres; Sousa, Manuel--Family;

Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company. Portrait of Captain Manuel Sousa, Mrs. Sousa with a bouquet of roses and Teres Sousa, daughter of Miss California's captain, with an orchid corsage and the ceremonial champagne bottle, and George Peterson, general manager of Peterson Boat. (TNT, 5/13/1951, p.B-2; Pacific Fisherman, Sept, 1951, p.53)

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Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company. This view shows the stern and the underside of the new fishing boat prior to launching as she sits in the ways. A man standing below her on the right gives scale to the boat. The vessel was launched on May 10, 1951.

Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Launching of "Miss California" at Peterson Boat Building Company. The new 96-foot tuna clipper is draped with an American flag as she sits in the ways prior to launching. Miss California cost approximately $250,000. She would carry a 400-hp Enterprise diesel for her main power plant, plus two 140-hp GM generators. Her beam was 25.5 feet and she had a depth of 12.5 feet. She would carry a crew of 12 and had a cruising range of 9,000 miles. It was reported in December 1951 that Capt. Manuel J. Sousa brought Miss California for her second trip in the fast time of 23 days. (TNT, 5/13/1951, p.B-2, Pacific Fisherman, Dec. 1951, pj.38)

Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

The decking leading from the bridge to the stern of a new fishing boat launched by J.M. Martinac Corp. She is most likely the "Royal Pacific", sister ship to the Mona Lisa. Royal Pacific was another tuna clipper, 118 feet, by 26 feet, with a depth of 13.5 feet. The Royal Pacific was valued at $320,000, would carry a 615-hp Superior diesel for a speed of 11 knots. She would hold 230 tons of tuna under refrigeration. Ordered by Martinac Shipbuilding. (TNT, 5/6/1951, p.B-2)

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

The galley aboard a new fishing boat built by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. She is possibly the "Royal Pacific" that was launched at Martinac May 5, 1951. Ordered by Martinac Shipbuilding. The cabinets and tile counters look very like a residential kitchen. (TNT, 5/6/1951, p.B-2; 5/8/1951, p.3) TPL-9042

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Galleys (Ship kitchens)

This new fishing boat launched by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. has a large dining room with three tables and charis. The windows are covered with draperies and storage has been built in at the far end of the room that could also could be used for recreation. Ordered by Martinac Shipbuilding.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

An elevated view of the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corporation facilities, A newly launched tuna clipper is being shoved to the dock by a tug boat where her interior will be finished prior to delivery to her new skipper. TPL-9041

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Waterfronts; Piers & wharves--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Electrical room of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa" for Martinac Shipbuilding. This room appears to be aft of the chart room and pilot house and contains various electrical meters and controls. The vessel was equipped with a Sperry magnetic compass pilot and a 500 watt Pacific Electronic radiophone and CW communications set, Intervox direction finder and radar equipment. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg 29-31) TPL-9040

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

View through a bulkhead doorway of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa" into the machine room, for Martinac Shipbuilding. Bright work lights illuminate a series of valves on the left hand side, a walkway transverses the center with a large pipe on either side. This room is probably under the water line and the door can be closed and secured if the vessel takes on water. The "Mona Lisa" was driven by a huge 8 cylinder 12" x 15" direct-reversible Superior diesel, that delivered 616 hp at 430 rpm. The main propulsion engine was backed by two 150hp General Motors diesel auxiliaries. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg 29-31) TPL-9039

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Crew's quarters of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa" for Martinac Shipbuilding. The ship carried Capt. Joe Correia, Jr. and a crew of thirteen. The crew's quarters were compact yet comfortable with berths, sinks and what appears to be a writing desk. The ship was 118 ft, 26 ' in the beam and 13'6" deep. She was built for John Correia and Associates (owners Joseph Correia Sr., Harry and John Carvalho.) Her home port was San Diego, California. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg. 29-31) TPL-9038

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Galley of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa" for Martinac Shipbuilding. The galley was the pride of Capt. Joe Correia, Jr. and his crew of 13. The large electric range of stainless steel was built by the Tacoma Range Co. Drainboards and sink were of tile. The galley had a 500 cu. ft. walk-in refrigerator and a 350 cu. ft. walk-in freezer. The galley floor was of magnesite. A cutting board work station occupies the center of the picture. The windows at the rear look as if they can be opened and used as pass throughs. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg. 29-31) TPL-9037

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Galleys (Ship kitchens);

The tuna clipper "Mona Lisa," built by J.M. Martinac, heads out on sea trials. On deck for her maiden trial are the suppliers of the vessel. The ship was skippered by John Correia, Jr. and had a crew of 13. The vessel was renowned for her galley, which featured a big electric stainless steel range, built by local Tacoma Range Co. To make sure the crew was fed well, she had a 500 cu. ft. walk in refrigerator and a 350 cu. ft. walk in freezer. Local Parker paints were used on the ship. The boat would leave shortly after the trial for San Diego, where she would sail out almost immediately for her maiden tuna fishing trip into the waters surrounding the Galapagos Islands. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg. 29-31 & TNT 3/25/1951, pg. B-3) TPL-9036

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Ship trials--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Sea trials of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa," built by J.M. Martinac and owned by John Correia & Associates. The ship was powered by a 615 HP 8 cylinder Superior engine, backed up by two auxiliary 150 HP General Motors-Cleveland diesels. She had a refrigerated cargo capacity of 230 tons, and had 10 cargo wells in the hull and 3 refrigerated bait tanks on deck. About 40 guests were on board for the trial run including Earl M. Nielsen, President and General Manager of the California Tuna Canning Co. for whom the boat will fish, Joe Correia, skipper and part owner of the new craft and numerous maritime and fishing leaders. ("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg. 29-31 & TNT 3/25/1951, pg. B-3) TPL-9035

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Ship trials--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Sea trials of the tuna clipper "Mona Lisa," built by J.M. Martinac and owned by John Correia & Associates. The "Mona Lisa" was under the command of the fleets' youngest skipper John Correia Jr. She was 118 foot, 26 ' in the beam and 13'6" deep. On her trial trip, the suppliers of the vessel were on board to watch her go through her paces.("Pacific Fisherman" June 1951, pg. 29-31) TPL-9034

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Ship trials--Tacoma--1950-1960;

The "Golden Glow" fishing vessel built by Peterson Boat Building Company. The boat, moving through water with crew aboard, was photographed on February 12, 1951.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Peterson Boat Building Co. (Tacoma);

The tuna clipper Mona Lisa, built by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding, as pictured in February of 1951. The Mona Lisa was under the direction of the industry's youngest skipper, 23 year old Joe Correia. The 118 ft. wooden hulled tuna clipper was valued at $320,000. The ship carried a crew of 15 and had a refrigeration capacity of 230 tons. The Mona Lisa was powered by a 615 HP superior diesel with two 150 HP GM diesels for auxiliaries. She cruised at 11 knots and had a 40,000 gallon fuel capacity. The Mona Lisa was launched on February 10, 1951 with Mrs. Joseph Correia, Sr. as sponsor. Completion of the ship was expected in one month. (TNT 2/11/1951, pg. B-6) TPL-9033

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

Fire damage at Martinac Shipbuilding.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Fires--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Interior of building at Western Boat Building Company owned by the Petrich family. Boat building under construction. Ordered by Mr. Brian, Rainbow Contractors, Tacoma.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Western Boat Building Co. (Tacoma);

Exterior of building at Western Boat Building Company owned by the Petrich family. Boat building under construction in October of 1950. Ordered by Mr. Brian, Rainbow Contractors, Tacoma.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Western Boat Building Co. (Tacoma);

Exterior of building at Western Boat Building Company owned by the Petrich family. Boat building under construction. Series ordered by Mr. Brian, Rainbow Contractors, Tacoma.

Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Western Boat Building Co. (Tacoma);

Fire at Western Boat. Blacken timbers are all that are left of a one fourth completed new tuna clipper boat being built for a San Diego fisherman. The total destruction of the tuna boat is just part of the $2,000,000 fire that damaged the Western Boat Building Company, plant #2, and the Marine Iron Works on the east side of the city waterway on August 15, 1950. The cause of the three alarm blaze, which also badly scorched the wooden underpinnings of the 11th Street Bridge, remains a mystery. Eleven land companies and the city fireboat responded to the massive Tideflats industrial fire. (TNT 8-16-50, p. 1) TPL-9032

Western Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Fires--Tacoma--1950-1960; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Cape Beverly, 113 feet x 28 feet, was built by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding for Capt. Paul Lynn. Designed by Arthur DeFever of San Pedro she had a 220 ton capacity and the fish were chilled by three big ice machines. (Pacific Fisherman July 1950, p.37.) TPL-9031

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Ship trials--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Cape Beverly was built by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding for Capt. Paul Lynn. She was designed by Arthur DeFever of San Pedro and carried excellent equipment: a 615 hp Superior engine, twin 150 hp GM auxiliaries, a Sperry magnetic compas pilot with Sperry electro-magnetic steering system, a Submarine Signal Co. Fathometer, Apelco direction finder and 500 watt Pacific Electronics radiophone. (Pacific Fisherman July 1950, p.37.) TPL-9030

J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Ship trials--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960;

Dignitaries for the launching of "New Georgia" pose for a group portrait at Pacific Boat Building Company. The new 56 foot by 16 foot salmon seiner was built for the fleet of Tony and John Kuljis. Peggy Kuljis, center with the bottle of champagne, was the daughter of John Kuljis and sponsor at the launching ceremony. The fishing boat was designed by James J. Petrich. (TNT, 4/19/1950, p.13)

Pacific Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960; Kuljis, Peggy;

Newly launched "New Georgia" is being tied to the dock at Pacific Boat Building. The new salmon seiner, 56 feet by 16 feet, was to join the fleet of Tony and Johy Kuljis of Tacoma. She was designed by James J. Petrich and had quarters for a crew of eight. With a 120 hp Caterpillar engine she could attain a speed of 10 knots. A baby flat-top is seen in the background. (TNT, 4/19/1950, p.13)

Pacific Boat Building Co. (Tacoma); Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1950-1960; Launchings--Tacoma--1950-1960;