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Newspaper
Port Isabel Press
Location
Port Isabel, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1955
Page
6
A long readers column laments rough winds while detailing shrimp boat reports and dockside chatter. It also explains pearls form in shells, highlighting oyster and pearl oyster differences, and notes industry differences and regional varieties.
The article explains cultured pearls differ from natural ones, notes major sources like the Pacific coast and Margarita Island, and recalls historical pearl riches carried by Spanish fleets. It considers Port Isabel’s unlikely pearl industry and ends with well wishes for readers, urging hope for better days.
Bordebsky and party from San Antonio bagged 340 pounds of red snapper and 12 bonita. Editor notes high winds hampered bay and deep sea fishing early in the week. Winds expected to subside by week's end.
Pvt. Galvan P. Galvan of Port Isabel Texas participates in a special air ground operation here with the 4th Marine Regiment 3rd Battalion. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Policarpio R Galvan.
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