Shark Caught by Tail
An unusual interlude was provided at Ohope Beach on Monday by Mr. R. S. Whittaker, of Whakatane, who seized a young four-foot shark in the breakers, dragged it by the tail into shallow water, and finally threw it up on the beach, where it was despatched. Tho shark, which was first noticed by watchers on the shore, sent those in the vicinity hurrying to safety. It then made in the direction of Mr. Whitss£*r. jvlw WiUilii it by tiie toil.
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Manawatu Times, Volume 69, Issue 6, 8 January 1944, Page 8
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84Shark Caught by Tail Manawatu Times, Volume 69, Issue 6, 8 January 1944, Page 8
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