1961The 96-foot dragger Philip and Grace slipped out to sea alone and was recovered eight miles southwest of Eastern Point.Economy and Industry, Maritime & Fishing Industry

Gloucester Daily Times. “Dragger Sails 8 Miles Alone.” February 6, 1961. https://sawyer.advantage-preservation.com/
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During a high tide, the dragger slipped out to sea and was recovered about ten hours later near Halfway Rock off Salem mostly undamaged. The vessel was owned by Captain Philip Curcuru and skippered by his son, Captain John B. Curcuru.

Gloucester Daily Times. "Dragger Sails 8 Miles Alone." February 6, 1961. https://sawyer.advantage-preservation.com/

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