SS Haverford Passenger List - 11 November 1908

Front Cover of a Cabin Passenger List for the SS Haverford of the American Line, Departing 11 November 1908 from Liverpool to New York via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain Enoch Maddox. The Ship Arrived in New York on 25 November 1908 (Morton Allan Directory). GGA Image ID # 21ad81c40f

Senior Officers and Staff

1. Captain: Enoch Maddox
2. Surgeon: G. H. Gill
3. Chief Steward: B. J. Priest

List of Passengers

1. Mr. Joseph Arch
2. Mr. J. G. Ayres
3. Mr. H. Bamber
4. Mr. James Bannon
5. Mrs. Bannon
6. Mrs. F. Barker
7. Mr. Alfred Bayley
8. Mr. E Berborn
9. Mr. Arthur H. Berry
10. Mrs. W. L. Berry
11. Miss C. Lee Braine
12. Mrs. Brown
13. Miss A. Byrne
14. Miss Margaret Carr
15. Mr. Ed. E. Chandler
16. Mrs. Chandler
17. Mr. Lionel S. Craven
18. Mr. Richard Davies
19. Mrs. Davies and Infant
20. Miss Florence B. Davies
21. Mrs. W. B. Elliot
22. Miss Adele Elliot
23. Miss Myra Elliot
24. Mr. George F. Ephgrave
25. Miss Rebecca D. Ernst
26. Miss Caroline Field
27. Miss Hilda M. Flueck
28. Mr. Wm. H. Fryatt
29. Mrs. F. A. Garrett
30. Mrs. H. Gill
31. Mr. Henry N. Gillespie
32. Miss Florence Godfrey
33. Miss A. W. Graham
34. Miss Irvine Gruff
35. Mr. John C. Gunn
36. Mr. Chas. D. Habliston
37. Mrs. Habliston
38. Mrs. C. H. Hill
39. Miss Gladys Hill
40. Mrs. J. M. Hillyar
41. Mr. H. H. Hitt
42. Mr. Tracey W. Holland
43. Mrs. Holland
44. Mr. Henry E. Jenkins
45. Mrs. G. Kearney
46. Miss Isabel Kearney
47. Miss Gertrude Kearney
48. Miss Janet Kearney
49. Miss Marie K Kennedy
50. Mr. Wm. Kimber
51. Mrs. Kimber
52. Master Kimber
53. Miss Ethel Kimber
54. Miss Harriet R. Krause
55. Mr. Benjamin Lees
56. Mr. Donald Lightbourne
57. Mr. Ellis Lund
58. Mr. R. P. Lundbek
59. Miss Isabel D. Macdonald
60. Miss Manley
61. Mrs. J. H. McAllister
62. Mr. Julian McCarthy
63. Mrs. Chas. McCue
64. Mrs. M. McGlade
65. Mr. George McNulty
66. Mr. Frank Mealin
67. Mrs. Mealin
68. Miss Minnie Mealin
69. Mrs. Metcalf
70. Miss Metcalf
71. Mr. Henry U. Michie
72. Mr. Telford H. Moss
73. Miss J. Parke
74. Mr. Houston H. Parsons
75. Mrs. M. J. Penhollow
76. Mrs. M. Percelle
77. Mrs. S. J. Price
78. Mrs. E. H. Randle
79. Master Wm, D. Reagan
80. Miss N. M. Rennyson
81. Miss Mary E. Rice
82. Mrs. Ida Ridgely
83. Miss Alice L. Seal
84. Mr. R. L. Sealby
85. Miss Ada M. Thompson
86. Miss Frances Thornton
87. Mrs. Tyson
88. Miss Louise Virtue
89. Mr. Edward M. Wakefield
90. Mrs. Wakefield
91. Miss Cora Wheeland
92. Mrs. Willard
93. Miss Cath. L. Willard
94. Mrs. G. E. Winslow
95. Mrs. S. Winterbottom
96. Miss Ada Winterbottom
97. Mr. T. Howard Worth
98. Miss E. Daisy Worth

Notice: Landing Arrangements at Philadelphia

Should the steamer arrive at the Philadelphia wharf after 8:00 pm, Passengers have the option of remaining on board overnight and landing after breakfast on the following morning.

Reporting in Philadelphia.

The life of a newspaperman, like that of the policeman, is not always a happy one, as was shown a day or two ago when the American Line, steamship Haverford docked off Washington Avenue wharf. The vessel docked at 8 o'clock in the evening to permit the cabin Passengers to land. A certain reporter was assigned to get the news of the ship's voyage.

Following the aggressiveness of his profession, the reporter went aboard the vessel. While he was seeking interviews, the ship was taken out to mid-stream in order that the customs and immigration officers could have their inspections in daylight and that nome of the steerage Passengers could get ashore.

When the reporter was through with his work, he found himself a long way from the dock. He went in search of the Captain, but that officer refused to put him ashore, saying he did not believe the story and suggested to put the newsgatherer in Irons as a stowaway. He was kept on board until the next morning when the United States Inspector recognized him, and he was released. He is now wondering if the Captain did not play a joke on him in this detention.

Philadelphia Times

Passenger List Information

 

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Item Description

GGA is delighted to present a historically significant artifact from the golden age of transatlantic travel: the Cabin Class Passenger List from the SS Haverford, documenting its voyage from Liverpool to Philadelphia via Queenstown (Cobh) on 11 November 1908. Commanded by Captain Enoch Maddox, this passenger list is an exceptional piece of Edwardian maritime history.

This document vividly illustrates the experience of international travel in the early 20th century, highlighting the diverse social fabric of the passengers aboard. From prominent professionals to affluent families and cultural figures, the names on this list provide a window into a bygone era of elegance and exploration.

 

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Key Features

1. The Vessel:
   • The SS Haverford was a beloved vessel of the American Line, celebrated for its blend of comfort and dependability. This journey highlights the importance of transatlantic connections during a period of rapid industrial and cultural expansion.
2. Senior Officers:
   • Captain Enoch Maddox: Esteemed for his skill and leadership.
   • Surgeon G. H. Gill: Ensured the health and safety of passengers throughout the voyage.
   • Chief Steward B. J. Priest: Embodied the meticulous hospitality for which the American Line was renowned.
3. Passenger Manifest:
   • The detailed list reflects a diverse array of travelers, from intellectuals to socialites, creating a narrative of cosmopolitan exchange.
4. Cultural Context:
   • This artifact serves as an invaluable document of the era, capturing the intersection of societal change, migration, and global connectivity.

 

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Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)

1. Mr. Lionel S. Craven

• Significance: Likely a prominent figure in business or society, his inclusion suggests a connection to the entrepreneurial elite of the time.

2. Mrs. Chandler

• Significance: As a frequent name in passenger lists of the era, Mrs. Chandler could represent a well-connected individual or patron of transatlantic leisure travel.

3. Miss Adele Elliot

• Significance: Potentially a cultural figure or socialite, representing the period’s fascination with artistic and social movements.

4. Mr. Henry N. Gillespie

• Significance: His name suggests association with intellectual or scientific pursuits, emblematic of the professional class aboard.

5. Miss Hilda M. Flueck

• Significance: Likely of European origin, her inclusion highlights the international cultural exchange facilitated by these voyages.

6. Mrs. S. Winterbottom

• Significance: As a traveler likely of substantial means, Mrs. Winterbottom’s presence illustrates the luxury and accessibility of first-class travel during this era.

 

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Conclusion

The Cabin Class Passenger List from the SS Haverford on 11 November 1908 is a distinguished relic of maritime heritage, brimming with historical, genealogical, and cultural significance. This list not only reflects the grandeur of transatlantic travel but also preserves the legacy of individuals who bridged continents during a transformative period in global history.