out of line. Even the fishing captains themselves, who were 
originally sold on the trawls, realize that the tangle net has 
numerous advantages, especially with respect to selectivity, 
economy of fishing effort, and from a standpoint of conserva- 
tion. 
We apparently will have very little data on crab pots, since 
they have not been used to any great extent and the results when 
used were relatively negative as compared to the other types of 
gear. 
Roy reports that during the week ending July IS the "Dorothy 
worked from Port Heiden towards Cape Newenham, then down the mid- 
dle towards St. George Island, covering 450 miles and making 18 
tows for 550 crabs, of which 520 baby size were taken in one drag. 
This seems to be a particular point of interest inasmuch as this 
haul evidently was way offshore. The "Dorothy" had been taking 
up to six tons of market sole per drag. 
The "Locks" is working tangle net between Amak Island and 
Black Hill, but has been handicapped in the relatively rough 
weather by her size. In her efforts the tangle nets yielded 
967 crabs during the week, most of which were taken in xvater over 
forty fathoms. Pishing in shallower water was unproductive. 
It may interest you to know that Roy has reported that the 
small crab catches made near the Pribilofs were Platypus and not 
Camschatica . 
I have had Marvin study your last two letters so that he may 
have the benefit of your ideas when the data come. 
All of us here send you our best regards. 
Sincerely, 
Technologist in Charge. 
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