SS Friesland Passenger List - 16 August 1905

Front Cover of a Cabin Passenger List for the SS Friesland of the American Line. The Ship Departed Wednesday, 16 August 1905 from Liverpool to Philadelphia, Commanded by Captain C. J. Rogers. The Friesland Arrived in Philadelphia on 27 August 1905. [1] GGA Image ID # 158f0ac243

Note 1: Morton Allen Directory, Page 102, Column 3

Notable Passengers included: Charles Henry Bartlett, Leslie Kenyon, Walter D. Meals

Senior Officers and Staff

1. Captain: C. J. Rogers
2. Surgeon: Frank Peterkin
3. Purser: B. J. Priest

List of Passengers

1. Dr. C. A. Adams
2. Mrs. Adams
3. Miss Gertrude M. Adams
4. Dr. Henry C. Allen - M.D. (2 Oct 1836 - 22 Jan 1909) Canadian-American Physicain - Civil War under General Ulysses S. Grant - Later founded Hering Medical College and was Dean and Professor of Materia Medica until his death
5. Miss Eleanor Avery
6. Mrs. C. F. Ayer - Attorney
7. Mrs. C. Abrams
8. Mrs. E. Ambrose
9. Mr. Jos. A. Abram
10. Miss Nellie A Bond
11. Miss Virginia Brown
12. Miss Florence E. A. Best
13. Miss Mary Barrow
14. Mrs. H. C. Boden
15. Miss Elizabeth Boden
16. Mr. Harry C. Boden, Jr.
17. Rev. H. M. Bovey
18. Miss M. E. Brown
19. Professor Daniel Batchelor
20. Miss Florence M. Batchelor
21. Mrs. S. J. Bartlett
22. Miss Edith J. Broomhall - Author Spanish Composition
23. Miss Evelyn V. Balmer
24. Mr. Sydney Bourne
25. Miss Eliza Beck
26. Mr. Charles H. Bartlett - Charles Henry Bartlett (1885-1968) Competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics where he won the gold medal in the 100 kilometres competition
27. Mr. Robert Cook
28. Mrs. J. S. Croll
29. Mrs. E. W. Curtis
30. Rev. Hunter Corbett (8 December 1835-7 January 1920) was an American missionary to China.
31. Mrs. Corbett Harriett Robina Southerland (1859 - 1936)
32. Miss Louise Corbett (5 Sep 1894 - 12 Feb 1930)
33. Master Scott Corbett - Scott Southerland Corbet (14 Aug 1893 - ?)
34. Mr. Myer Cohen
35. Mr. J. A. Cherpe
36. Mrs. Cherpe
37. Master John Cherpe
38. Miss Mary Cherpe
39. Miss Mabel A. Carpenter
40. Miss Alice Corfield
41. Mr. Charles Corbett
42. Master Ross Corbett
43. Dr. C. A. Covell
44. Mrs. Covell
45. Mr. F. H. Clayton
46. Mrs. Clayton
47. Mrs. J. H. Clarke
48. Mrs. J. Clendenning and Infant
49. Mr. Joseph Clarke
50. Miss M. L. Chiquoine
51. Miss Emily Cowles
52. Mrs. W. H. Diller
53. Rev. P. F. Donegan
54. Miss Sadie Disston
55. Rev J. S. N. Demorest
56. Mr. Alfred Evenden
57. Mrs. Evenden
58. Miss M. V. Fort
59. Miss Clara C. Flinn
60. Rev. Joseph Fletcher
61. Mrs. Fletcher
62. Prof. G. W. Gilmore of the College of Agriculture, Cornell University
63. Mrs. A. F. Groves
64. Mr. William Grant
65. Mrs. Grant
66. Mr. W. Grant, Jr.
67. Miss Bessie W. Hance
68. Rev. Dr. Wayland Hoyt
69. Mrs. Hoyt
70. Miss Bertha Hanson
71. Mr. Hamilton A. Hymes
72. Mrs. Hymes
73. Miss L. E. Jackson
74. Miss Catherine James
75. Mrs. J. B. Jones
76. Miss Lucy M. Jones
77. Miss Sarah M. Johnson
78. Mrs. S. Klein
79. Master Lion Klein
80. Mr. Leslie Kenyon Actor, Theatre
81. Mr. Ernest Kitson
82. Mrs. Kitson
83. Master Sydney Kitson
84. Master Herbert Kitson
85. Miss S. May Kitson
86. Mr. Percy A. Kitson
87. Mr. John Kaiser
88. Mrs. Kaiser
89. Master Harold Kaiser
90. Mrs. W. S. Kellogg
91. Miss N. R. Kellog
92. Miss Margaret Kilroy
93. Mrs. Mary Kempe
94. Miss A. Kempe
95. Miss Ethel Lamont
96. Miss Lewis
97. Miss Lewis
98. Mrs. M. L. Merdenhall
99. Mr. P. J. McCabe
100. Mrs. McCabe
101. Mr. J. J. Morrissey
102. Mr. P. Murphy
103. Mrs. Murphy
104. Miss Rebecca J. Martin
105. Mrs. C. McCready
106. Mr. E. B. Mahood
107. Mrs. Mahood
108. Miss E. J. McKenzie
109. Mrs. T. H. McDevitt
110. Miss Shirley McPhail
111. Mrs. W. S. Merriman
112. Miss Edith E. Merriman
113. Mr. Walter D. Meals - Cleveland lawyer and former Judge of the Court of Appeals - Appointed by President Harding to head a special court to determine the settlement of claims pending against the United States Shipping Board in 1921
114. Mrs. Meals
115. Miss Emma C. Nelms
116. Mr. H. L. Nelms
117. Miss E. J. Newkirk
118. Miss S. H. Newkirk
119. Rev. J. S. Nichols
120. Mr. Wm. Owen
121. Miss Ella M. Olmstead
122. Miss Mary Petty
123. Miss Mary Pickard
124. Miss Elizabeth Perkins
125. Mr. John H. Partenheimer
126. Miss Lottie Ronald
127. Mr. A Stewart
128. Mr. M. Mellor Smith
129. Mrs. A. P. Sweeney
130. Miss E. P. Schofield
131. Mr. John S. Stevens
132. Mrs. Stevens
133. Miss Mary Stevens
134. Miss Beulah Spencer
135. Dr. W. C Stillwell
136. Mrs. Stillwell
137. Miss Anna Stillwell
138. Mr. Abel Stillwell
139. Mr. Stillwell, Jr.
140. Miss Bridget Shea
141. Mrs. I. P. J. Sensenderfer
142. Miss Helen Sensenderfer
143. Mr. R. E. P. Sensenderfer - Newspaper Reporter - Evening Bulleting
144. Miss L. C. Schneiderowicz - Although their real last name was Schneiderowicz, they later preferred to use the shorter version Schneider
145. Miss Margaret C. Seyler
146. Miss Grace Stephenson
147. Mrs. C. M. Seltzer
148. Miss M. L. Seltzer
149. Miss Elizabeth Seltzer
150. Mr. E. T. Sessinghaus
151. Miss Harriett Smith
152. Miss Lily M. Smith
153. Miss Miriam Thomas
154. Mr. H. M. Tompkins
155. Mrs. Tompkins
156. Mrs. J. J. Treacy
157. Miss A. L. Taylor
158. Miss C. J Taylor
159. Mr. W. R Vickroy - St. Louis School Teacher
160. Mrs. Vickroy and child
161. Rev. W. A. Warner
162. Col John A. Wiedersheim - Former commander of the Veteran Corps, First Regiment Infantry, N.G.P
163. Miss Lilian Wiedersheim
164. Miss Nora Whelan
165. Miss Irene Watson
166. Mr. R. H. White

Information for Passengers

 

Meals:

• BREAKFAST at 8 am.
• LUNCH at 12:30 pm.
• DINNER at 6 pm.
• SUPPER at 9 pm.

The Bar closes at 11 pm LIGHTS are extinguished in the Saloon at 11 pm and in the Smoking Room at 11-30 pm.

Please apply to the Second Steward for Seats at Table

Inquiries regarding Baggage will be attended to by the Second Steward, to whom all Baggage that Passengers wish to leave in the Company's care should be handed, properly labeled, and with full instructions as to disposal.

Steamer Chairs can be obtained on the voyage at a charge of 4s each upon application to the Second Steward.

Valuables: Passengers may deposit with the Chief Steward any money, jewelry, &c., for safekeeping during the voyage. Still, no responsibility can be accepted for the same.

Persons holding Return Certificates should give as early notice as possible of the dale upon which they desire to sail from Philadelphia to the American Line, Land Title Building, Broad and Sansom Streets, Philadelphia.

Letters may be addressed to the care of any of the Offices named below, and they will l>e retained until called for or forwarded according to instructions. All such letters should hear the address they should be sent if not called for.

Travelers' Checks, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices of the American Line.

Passenger List Information

 

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Item Description

GGA is honored to present this Cabin Passenger List from the SS Friesland, a distinguished vessel of the American Line, for its transatlantic voyage departing 16 August 1905 from Liverpool to Philadelphia. Commanded by Captain C. J. Rogers, this artifact offers a unique window into the passengers and cultural milieu of early 20th-century oceanic travel. The ship's journey culminated in its arrival in Philadelphia on 27 August 1905, marking another chapter in the storied history of transatlantic connections.

This passenger list exemplifies the cosmopolitan spirit of the Edwardian era, documenting the notable names, professions, and societal roles of the travelers aboard this iconic liner. The inclusion of prominent individuals, such as celebrated athletes, academic luminaries, and distinguished professionals, adds unparalleled depth to this historical document.

 

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Key Features

1. The Vessel:
   • The SS Friesland was renowned for its elegant design, providing passengers with a comfortable and reliable crossing during the golden age of transatlantic travel.
2. Senior Officers:
   • Captain C. J. Rogers: A seasoned mariner known for his leadership and dedication to passenger safety.
   • Surgeon Frank Peterkin: Esteemed for his medical expertise, ensuring the well-being of all aboard.
3. Passenger Manifest:
   • A detailed record of cabin-class travelers, capturing a fascinating cross-section of Edwardian society, with a strong representation of intellectual, professional, and cultural elites.
4. Historical Context:
   • This passenger list captures the dynamics of international travel, with names reflecting the era’s scientific advancements, missionary work, athletic achievements, and global cultural exchange.

 

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Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)

1. Dr. Henry C. Allen (1836–1909)

• Significance: Canadian-American physician and Civil War veteran under General Ulysses S. Grant. Later, he founded the Hering Medical College and served as Dean and Professor of Materia Medica. His contributions to medicine make him a prominent figure of his time.

2. Rev. Hunter Corbett (1835–1920)

• Significance: A pioneering American missionary to China, his presence underscores the global reach of missionary work during the early 20th century. His travels likely reflect significant ecclesiastical engagements.

3. Mr. Charles Henry Bartlett (1885–1968)

• Significance: A future Olympian, Bartlett competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics, securing a gold medal in the 100-kilometer cycling competition. His inclusion showcases the vessel’s role in transporting figures of athletic renown.

4. Prof. G. W. Gilmore

• Significance: A professor at Cornell University’s College of Agriculture, Gilmore represents the era’s intellectual pursuits and the growing importance of agricultural science.

5. Mr. Leslie Kenyon

• Significance: An actor in the theater, Kenyon reflects the cultural vibrancy of the early 20th century, likely traveling for professional engagements or leisure.

6. Mr. Walter D. Meals

• Significance: A Cleveland lawyer and former Court of Appeals judge, Meals was later appointed by President Harding to adjudicate claims against the U.S. Shipping Board in 1921. His presence highlights the ship's connection to the legal elite.

7. Col. John A. Wiedersheim

• Significance: A former commander of the Veteran Corps, First Regiment Infantry, N.G.P., Wiedersheim embodies the ship’s service to military and civic leaders.

 

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Conclusion

This SS Friesland Passenger List from 16 August 1905 is a rare and valuable artifact, embodying the spirit of its time. Its detailed passenger roster, featuring eminent figures in medicine, athletics, academia, and more, makes it a standout piece for collectors and historians alike.