RMS Alaunia Passenger List - 21 August 1925
Front Cover of a Cabin Passenger List for the RMS Alaunia of the Cunard Line, Departing Friday, 21 August 1925 from Liverpool to Québec and Montréal via Belfast, Commanded by Captain J. G. Saunders, RD, RNR. GGA Image ID # 1740d86be7
Senior Officers and Staff
- Commander: Captain J. G. Saunders, R.D., R.N.R
- Chief Engineer: A. Sutherland
- Chief Officer: W. H. Poole
- Surgeon: J A. Fitzgerald
- Purser: A P. Williams
- Assistant Purser: L. E. Carine
- Chief Steward: C. Walker
- Conductress: Miss A. Moseley
Cabin Passengers
- Mr. N. L. Agate
- Miss A. Albury
- Miss E. Allen
- Miss G. W. Armstrong
- Mr. Charles Ashton
- Mrs. Ashton
- Mrs. Aspinall
- Mrs. W. B. Austin
- Miss J. R. Aylen
- Mr. Badger
- Mrs. Badger
- Mr. A. G. Baker
- Mrs. Baker
- Miss M. F. Baker
- Miss J. Baker
- Miss A. Baker
- Rev. Margaret Barnard
- Rev. W. J. Barr
- Mr. J. W. Barry
- Mr. J. A. L. Bauhm
- Mrs. M. C. Beales
- Mrs. J. C. Beebe
- Mrs. S. G. Beers
- Mr. Blaine
- Mrs. Blaine
- Mr. O. Bochin
- Miss A. Bowman
- Mrs. L. H. Boyce
- Dr. W. W. Boyd
- Mrs. Boyd
- Miss M. M. Boyd
- Miss E. Bradbury
- Mr. W. Bragg
- Mrs. Bragg
- Miss Mabel Breckon
- Miss M. Briggs
- Mr. A. Brinkler
- Mrs. Brinkler
- Master B. Brinkler
- Miss M. Brown
- Miss D. Brown
- Miss A. Brown
- Mr. A. Browning
- Miss N. Buchanan
- Mr. J. H. Bullen
- Miss E. Bullen
- Mrs. J. M. Burt
- Miss V. Burt
- Miss A. Butling
- Miss A. M. Byfield
- Miss M. Cable
- Mrs. M. Cadenhead
- Mrs. S. Cain
- Miss B. Cain
- Miss J. E. Calder
- Mr. A. Caldwell
- Mrs. Caldwell
- Miss M. P. Caldwell
- Miss M. P. Caldwell
- Mrs. A. M. Campbell
- Mr. R. A. Candy
- Miss E. M. Carlisle
- Miss M. E. Carpenter
- Dr. H. W. Can
- Mrs. Can
- Rev. G. R. Carter
- Dr. C. Morley Case
- Miss L. Chamberlain
- Miss B. Chamberlain
- Miss D. Chamberlain
- Miss E. Chatland
- Miss O. Chatland
- Miss B. M. Cheek
- Mrs. M. R. Chown
- Miss E. Chown
- Mr. W. G. Coburn
- Mrs. H. M. Cockfield
- Miss H. R. Cockfield
- Miss M. H. Cole
- Miss E. Coleman
- Mr. L. C. Colman
- Miss J. H. Conklin
- Mrs. H. Connable
- Miss D. Connable
- Mr. H. S. Cook
- Dr. B. A. Copass
- Mrs. Copass
- Mr. R. A. Corbett
- Mrs. Corbett
- Miss A. Corlett
- Miss D. Coward
- Mrs. S. H. Coward
- Mrs. M. Cox
- Mr. J. H. Crowder
- Mrs. Crowder
- Miss Dalton
- Miss M. Davidson
- Miss A. M. Davis
- Mr. E. Davison
- Miss E. Defoe
- Sir Howard d'Egville
- Mr. F. H. Deming
- Mrs. Deming
- Mrs. Dick
- Master Dick
- Miss L. Dickson
- Miss D. A. Dingle
- Mr. J. Dobbs
- Mrs. Dobbs
- The Very Rev. G. N. Dobic
- Rev. G. R. Dodson
- Mrs. Dodson
- Mrs. G. F. Fischer
- Miss G. A. Fish
- Miss A. Fishbach
- Miss E. Fishbach
- Miss B. Fishbach
- Miss P. Fishbach
- Mr. E. R. Foote
- Mrs. Foote
- Mr. J. A. Dombrowsky
- Miss E. Donaldson
- Mr. Dufton
- Miss M. Fordtran
- Mrs. D. J. Forth
- Mr. L. Foster
- Mr. E. J. Dunn, Jr.
- Mr. J. P. Dunning
- Mrs. Dunning
- Miss M. E. Foster
- Mr. W. L. Fresinger
- Mrs. Fresinger
- Miss H. D. Duren
- Miss R. E. Ellison
- Miss J. Eresch
- Mrs. H. E. Evans
- Miss V. E. Gammill
- Major C. W. G. Gibson
- Mrs. Gibson
- Mr. J. Stewart Gibson
- Miss G. M. Fairley
- Mrs. Gibson
- Miss J. C. Feldkamp
- Miss C. Giles
- Mr. E. Ferguson
- Miss A. E. Giles
- Mrs. Ferguson
- Mr. S. N. Gooday
- Mr. George S. B
- Mrs. Gooday Ferguson
- Master R. Gooday
- Mrs. Ferguson
- Mr. W. Goold
- Miss R. Ferguson
- Miss M. Gordon
- Mr. G. H. Finn
- Miss J. Gordon
- Mrs. Finn
- Miss H. Gordon
- Miss D. Gracey
- Mr. H. Graves
- Mrs. H. Graves
- Miss G. Graves
- Mr. G. E. Green
- Miss G. Green
- Miss V. Groves
- Mr. J. P. Guepin
- Mr. P. A. Guthrie
- Mr. D. B. Gwinn
- Mrs. Gwinn
- Master James Gwinn
- Miss Elizabeth Gwinn
- Miss C. F. Hall
- Dr. T. Proctor Hall
- Mrs. Proctor Hall
- Mrs. L. N. Hall
- Miss R. M. Hall
- Miss G. Hampson
- Miss Ruth M. Harkison
- Miss E. M. Harmer
- Miss B. Harratty
- Mr. Harrington
- Miss E. F. Harrington
- Miss S. Hartill
- Rev. O. C. Harvey
- Miss L. Harvey
- Mr. James B. Hawes
- Mrs. E. Hawkins
- Miss M. M. Hawkins
- Mr. E. J. Hayes
- Miss M. Heath
- Mrs. H. P. Hermance
- Miss H. Hermance
- Miss M. F. Hersey
- Miss Eliz. Higgins
- Mr. H. W. Hill
- Mrs. E. K. Hilliard
- Mrs. D. H. Hilliard
- Miss M. B. Hills
- Miss C. Hines
- Miss E. Hodgins
- Miss G. Holcomb
- Mrs. F. M. Holeman
- Miss E. E. Holliday
- Miss A. L. Hollinbech
- Mr. A. S. Holmes
- Rev. Canon F. E. Howitt
- Miss Louise M. Hoxie
- Miss E. Hoyt
- Miss S. L. Hughes
- Mr. E. R. Hutchings
- Miss C. G. Inrig
- Mr. C. Irwin
- Mrs. Irwin
- Master H. Irwin
- Miss M. Irwin
- Mr. S. W. James
- Miss E. M. James
- Mrs. S. W. James
- Miss E. Jamison
- Miss C. M. Jeffery
- Mr. B. V. H. Johnson
- Mrs. Johnson
- Mr. C. F. Johnson
- Mrs. Johnson
- Miss M. Johnson
- Miss P. Johnson
- Miss E. Johnson
- Mr. C. Johnson
- Mrs. A. L. Johnston
- Mr. R. Jones
- Mrs. Jones
- Miss K. D. Jones
- Mrs. N. Jordan
- Mrs. E. L. Keesler
- Miss M. Keesler
- Mrs. W. Kendrick
- Mrs. M. Kensit
- Miss E. M. Kensit
- Miss D. Kern
- Mr. R. C. Kerr
- Miss Gwen Killingbeck
- Miss L. King
- Miss L. Kochletsky
- Miss M. Kolb
- Miss C. Kraemer
- Miss A. Kriegshaber
- Mr. D. Kriegshaber
- Mrs. Kriegshaber
- Miss E. Laeffler
- Miss E. La Fever
- Miss A. Lang
- Mr. C. Langham
- Mrs. I. G. Lazzelle
- Mr. R. Levey
- Mrs. L. M. Lewis
- Miss F. Lincoln
- Miss H. Linihan
- Mrs. F. H. Little
- Miss E. J. Lockin
- Mr. H. A. Loftsgordon
- Mrs. Loftsgordon
- Miss G. I. Luberger
- Miss M. Lytle
- Dr. E. F. McCampbell
- Mrs. McCampbell
- Miss Emma McClintock
- Miss Emma McCully
- Mr. J. A. McDowell
- Miss C. McKenna
- Mrs. H. E. M. Mackenzie
- Miss M. McKinney
- Mr. A. McMathieson
- Mr. T. S. McNair
- Mrs. McNair
- Master F. McNair
- Mr. T. McQuillan
- Mrs. McQuillan
- Miss E McQuillan
- Miss M McQuillan
- Miss K. McVean
- Miss L. Mann
- Mr. W. Mantle
- Mrs. Mantle
- Miss B. Mantle
- Miss Yvonne Mantle
- Miss J. K. Marsh
- Mr. J. Martin
- Miss F. Mast
- Mr. E. D. K. Mathews
- Mrs. E. L. Metcalf
- Mrs. J. Metcalf
- Miss B. Metcalf
- Miss M. D. Moffatt
- Mr. J. K. Moore
- Miss Lucy N. Morris
- Miss E. Morrison
- Miss E. Morrison
- Miss R. Morrison
- Miss A. Mott
- Mr. E. H. Mowbray
- Mr. E. Mowbray
- Mr. J. Ness
- Mrs. J. Ness
- Miss I. Ness
- Miss S. Ness
- Master C. W. Ness
- Mr. G. M. Noll
- Mrs. Noll
- Mrs. E. Norman
- Mr. C. F. O'Brien
- Mrs. O'Brien
- Miss I. C. O'Brien
- Mr. P. O'Connor
- Mr. J. H. O'Connor
- Miss R. Otterstrom
- Mrs. O. E. Owens
- Miss C. N. Owens
- Miss A. Owens
- Mr. F. Parish
- Mrs. Parish
- Master F. Parish
- Miss J. Parish
- Miss E. Parker
- Mr. C. Parks
- Mrs. M. H. Parrington
- Miss H. Parrington
- Miss G. Payne
- Mr. W. G. Peacock
- Miss L. B. Peck
- Miss V. Peeler
- Miss M. A. Perry
- Miss S. Pettit
- Miss L. Phillips
- Miss E. Phillips
- Miss L. Phillips
- Mr. G. W. Plow
- Mrs. Plow
- Mrs. E. Plummer
- Miss E. B. Porter
- Miss A. Potter
- Mr. C. W. Potts
- Miss M. F. Powers
- Miss A. Price
- Miss A. Proctor
- Mr. E. E. Reid
- Mrs. Reid
- Mrs. A. L. Reid
- Master M. Reid
- Miss A. Reinke
- Miss M. Rich
- Miss R. Rickard
- Mrs. Annie D. Robbins
- Mrs. F. A. Robinson
- Miss E. Robinson
- Miss Mabel Roddy
- Miss J. Rosenberg
- Mr. D. B. Sayer
- Mrs. Sayer
- Mrs. M. Schley
- Miss W. C. E. Schley
- Miss J. Seawest
- Miss D. Shrimpton
- Mr. T. L. Simmerman
- Mrs. Simmerman
- Mr. H. Smart
- Mrs. Smart
- Miss Isley M. Smart
- Mrs. A. L. Smith
- Miss E. Smith
- Miss B. Smith
- Miss K. Smith
- Miss M. W. Smith
- Mr. R. A. Smith
- Mr. S. Smith
- Mr. C. W. Snider
- Mrs. Snider
- Miss A. H. Snider
- Mr. S. T. Spain
- Mr. W. Thomas
- Mrs. Spain
- Miss L. Thomas
- Miss A. Spencer
- Mrs. John Thompson
- Rev. G. L. Starr
- Miss A. Thompson
- Rev. W. Stedger
- Mr. A. Thomson
- Mrs. Stedger
- Mr. G. Tomey
- Mr. C. E. Steeb
- Mrs. Tomey
- Mrs. Steeb
- Miss P. Tomey
- Miss A. S. Stevenson
- Miss O. Trantwein
- Miss Olla Stevenson
- Miss M. L. Trimble
- Mr. J. F. Stone
- Prof. T. B. D. Tudball
- Mr. F. Stone
- Mrs. J. F. Stone
- Miss O. Stone
- Miss T. Stone
- Miss M. Stout
- Mrs. M. M. Strachley
- Miss C. Strachley
- Mr. W. C. Th. Van der
- Mrs. N. H. Sumner Schalk
- Mrs. A. Swift
- Mrs. Van der Schalk
- Miss V. Swift
- Mr. G. H. Van Hengel
- Mr. F. P. Symmons
- Miss M. V. Vannist
- Miss K. Tallmadge
- Miss R. M. Taylor
- Miss E. W. Taylor
- Miss W. E. Tedd
- Miss M. H. Terrell
- Mrs. S. Thom
- Miss N. Them
- Mr. A. G. Walkden, j.p
- Miss G. Walker
- Mrs. M. Ward
- Master G. A. Ward
- Miss E. Watson
- Miss H. Werner
- Miss C. Werner
- Mr. J. F. Westerman
- Miss Mary E. Wheatley
- Dr. W. R. White
- Mrs. White
- Miss J. White
- Mrs. M. G. Whiteman
- Miss G. Whiteman
- Miss P. Wilcox
- Mrs. A. R. Wilking
- Mrs. L. A. Williamson
- Mr. W. W. Wills
- Mrs. Wills
- Mrs. E. M. Wood
- Mrs. R. Wood
- Miss N. Wood
- Miss N. Woolverton
- Mr. C. W. Wright
- Mr. F. E. Wright
- Mrs. R. Yarros
- Miss M. F. Yeaton
- Mr. George W. Young
Information for Passengers
Regular Service Between Liverpool and New York
Via Queenstown (Cobh)
" Caronia" and " Carmania"
each of 20,000 gross tons, are the Fastest Transatlantic Liners From Liverpool
These famous vessels, now converted to oil-burning Cabin liners, are considered the acme of comfort. Their accommodation has never failed to create admiration, including as it does handsome Lounges, charming Drawing Rooms, Music Rooms, Smoking Rooms, Writing Rooms, Verandah Cafés, Winter Gardens (which can readily be made into a dancing palace), and up-to-date Gymnasia.
The cuisine arrangements on all Cunard cabin steamers is equal to that high standard of efficiency for which the Cunard fleet has always been noted.
Liverpool- Boston-New York
Via Queenstown (Cobh).
These Services are maintained by a Fleet of new 20,000-ton Twin Screw Turbine Steamers, including the " Carinthia " and "Franconia," which Vessels represent the last word in luxury travel.
The Rooms are fitted with Bedsteads and over FIFTY STATEROOMS have a private Bath Room attached.
HOT and Cold Running Water in all rooms on "A," "13," "0" and "D" Decks.
A completely equipped ATHLETIC ARENA, comprising : MAGNIFICENT Swimming Pool.
Squash Racquets Court.
Gymnasium.
Electric Ray Baths.
Card Room, Garden Lounges, Writing Room, Smoking Room, Candy Store, Circulating Library, and Valet Service are among the other features provided.
In addition to the "Carinthia" and "Franconia," the popular steamers " Scythia," " Samaria " and " Laconia " are engaged in this service, providing ideal accommodation at very moderate fares.
The SAPLINGS are given at the end of this List, and the Purser will be pleased to wireless for accommodation upon request.
The -Alaunia" carries an orchestra of professional musicians, which will play al the undermentioned times and places :
- 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Cabin Dining Saloon.
- 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Cabin Dining Saloon.
Lounge (Orchestral)
- 9.00 pm to 10:45 pm or Garden Lounge for Dancing.
Recovery of U.S. Head Tax.
This Tax can be recovered by Passengers, if same has been paid, provided they inform the U.S. Immigration Inspector on arrival of their intention to leave the United States within sixty days (the time prescribed by U.S. law), and obtain from him Transit Certificate Form 514.
It is also necessary for Transit Certificate Form 514 to be handed to the transportation company when completed, in time to allow same to be placed before the Immigration Authorities in Washington within 120 days of passenger's arrival in the United States.
Unless this regulation is complied with, the Tax cannot be recovered.
Note.—Will Passengers who have not paid the Head Tax and who are in possession of through Rail tickets to Canadian destinations kindly obtain from United States Immigration officials at New York, Form 514, and forward same to the Cunard Line, 25, Broadway, New York, as soon as possible after departure from the United States or hand to the Purser of the steamer in which they return to the United Kingdom.
Wireless Telegrams and Letters.
Wireless Telegrams.
Via British Stations.—For places in the United Kingdom the inclusive rate is 11d. per word; for other countries the rate is 10d. per word, plus landline and cable charges. Every word in the address, text, and signature is counted; all fees must be prepaid.
Via United States Stations.--The wireless rate via New York, New London, Newport, R.I., and Boston is 9d. per word, and Bar Harbour, Maine, 10d. per word; every word in the address, text, and signature is counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
Via Canadian Stations.—The wireless rate via Cape Race, Cape Sable and Sable Island is is. old., and Louisburg 9d. per word, via Montreal, Quebec, Gross Isle, Three Rivers, Father Point, and Fame Point, is calculated at 5d. per word; every word in address, text, and signature is counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
Via French Stations. — The wireless rate via Cherbourg, Brest and Ouessant is 8d. per word; every word in address, text, and signature is counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
Ship To Ship.—The general rate on ship to ship messages is 8d. per word, but as Dutch, Belgian and certain other vessels apply a ship tax with a minimum of ten words, the charges on messages to these vessels will be calculated as follows :—English ship tax, 4d. per word, without minimum; Dutch or Belgian, etc., ship tax, 4d. per word, with a minimum of 3s. 4d. Thus for a message of ten words or more the charge is 8d. per word.
Passengers are requested to see that they obtain a signed receipt showing amount paid for each message handed in for transmission.
Wireless Letters.
Passengers may send Wireless Letters to their friends from mid-Atlantic. A special charge of 5s. 8d., which includes postage, is made for thirty words; for each word in excess of this number id. will be charged. One hundred words is the maximum allowed in one Wireless Letter.
These letters are sent by wireless to another ship passing in the opposite direction, for mailing by registered post on arrival at the first port of call.
Wireless letters for posting in U.S. must shew in the address the Christian names of the Addressee, or the title Mr., Mrs. or Miss,
Full information regarding rates, etc., can be obtained from either the Wireless or Purser's Office.
General Information for Passengers.
Meals will be served at the following times in the Cabin Dining Saloon :—
When 1 sitting :
- Breakfast 8 a m.
- Luncheon 1:00 pm
- Dinner 7:00 pm
When 2 sittings:
- Breakfast . . 7:30 am and 8:30 am
- Luncheon . . 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm
- Dinner. . . 6:30 pm and 7-30 pm
The Bars in the Cabin will not be open later than 11:00 pm, but it is within the discretion of the Commander to close them during the voyage at any time should he consider this course desirable.
Seats at Table.—Application may be made at any of the Chief Offices in advance, or to the Second Steward on board the Steamer on day of sailing.
Divine Service on Sunday at 10:30 am
Deck Chairs and Rugs may be hired at a cost of 4/2 (or $x.00) each, on application to the Deck Steward. Each Rug is contained in a sealed cardboard box, and bears a serial number worked into the material so that Passengers will have no difficulty in identifying their rugs.
At the end of each voyage, the rugs which have been in use are sent to the store and thoroughly cleaned, before being re-issued.
The Surgeon is authorized to make customary charges, subject to the approval of the Commander, for treating any Passengers at their request for any illness not originating on board the ship. In the case of sickness contracted on board no charge will be made and medicine will be provided free.
Libraries.—In addition to a library of Standard Works, a special selection of up-to-date literature is available for the use of Passengers.
Berth Ladders.—These may be obtained on application to Steward or Stewardess.
Berthing of Passengers.—No alterations can be made except officially through the Purser.
Valuables.—The Company is not responsible for theft if valuables or money are kept in the Staterooms. The same should be placed in charge of the Purser for deposit in his safe, and a receipt will be given on the Company's form.
As no charge is made for carriage the Company cannot accept any responsibility for loss or damage, however arising, but Passengers can protect themselves by insurance.
Payments.—Passengers should obtain a receipt from the Purser on the Company's form for any additional Passage Money, Rugs, Chairs, Excess Baggage, Freight, etc., paid on board.
Dogs.—Passengers are notified that dogs cannot be landed in Great Britain unless a license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London.
Forms of license must be obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board. Dogs are carried at owner's risk, rate being from £3 upwards, payable to the Purser.
Special Information for Westbound Passengers.
Return Accommodation.—For the convenience of those Passengers who may be returning from Canada to Europe and who have not yet made the necessary arrangements, the Purser will be pleased to radio for any accommodation required.
This will enable Passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the steamer and will consequently save them time and trouble in Canada.
All enquiries regarding baggage on board ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.
Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room, otherwise, consider. able delay and extra charge for carriage will be incurred in forwarding to destination any baggage not accompanying Passengers on the Railway.
Baggage. — Insurance of Baggage. — The Company, while taking every possible care and precaution, strongly recommend Passengers to insure their baggage, as in the event of loss or damage the Cunard Company cannot accept any liability beyond the amount specified on steamer tickets.
The Company offers facilities for the insurance of baggage prior to embarkation against loss by sea or land, risk of fire. breakage, theft or pilferage.
Stateroom baggage must be limited in size to r4 inches in height, 2 feet in width, and 3 feet 8 inches in length. Packages exceeding these limits are placed in Ship's Hold.
No individual piece of baggage—whether for Hold, Baggage Room, or Stateroom, should exceed 250 lbs. weight.
Articles or packages weighing over 250 lbs. will not be accepted as baggage on the Canadian and United States Railroads. Packing cases, crates, bacon boxes, etc., will not be accepted as baggage, but must be forwarded by freight train in Canada and charges paid on full weight, whether or not the passenger takes baggage with him on the train.
Articles of the nature described below must not be enclosed amongst baggage, viz. :—
Money, jewellery, Negotiable Papers or Valuable Documents of any kind, Perishable Goods, Pictures, Glassware, Bottles, or Bric-a-brac, Liquids.
No liability can be assumed by the Lines for loss of or damage to or caused by such articles.
Dangerous articles, such as Fireworks, Matches, Gunpowder, Gasoline, Cartridges, Moving Picture Films, etc., must not on any account be enclosed in baggage.
Baggage Allowance on Atlantic Steamers is on the following scale for Cabin Passengers :-
Free, 20 cubic feet. Excess Charge, 2/6 per cubic feet.
Bonding Baggage.—Baggage can be checked in Bond at Landing Port to the principal points in U.S.A. and Canada.
Baggage is subject to Customs inspection at port of landing, and packages should be such that they can be quickly opened.
Careful attention to instructions will facilitate handling of baggage on steamer's arrival, and thus prevent delay to passenger.
Refreshment Facilities On Special Boat Trains—London To Liverpool.—Arrangements have been made with The London Midland & Scottish Railway for special trains run from Euston to Liverpool in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast, luncheon or dining car attached.
With regard to special coaches from Euston to Riverside attached to ordinary trains having breakfast, luncheon or dining cars, facility will be given for Cunard Passengers to take their meals in these cars.
Arrivals at Québec and Montréal.—Examination of Cabin Passengers takes place at Quebec or on board steamer between Québec and Montréal.
On arrival at Montreal the Customs are in attendance at the Dock, together with Representatives of the Railway Companies, and Passengers destined to interior points holding rail orders, exchange such orders for actual Rail tickets, pass the Customs and check their baggage through to destination.
Passengers are transferred in the Transfer Company's vehicles from the Dock to the Railway Stations.
In the event of the steamer docking at Montreal too late in the evening for Passengers to make connections with the night trains, they may remain on board overnight and disembark at 7-00 am next morning.
Public Telephones.—Telephone service with booths and operator in attendance will be found near the Customs Lines on the Wharf.
Taxicabs can be hired at the Piers.
Money Exchange.—As a convenience to Passengers the Purser has been authorized to carry funds for Exchange purposes, but owing to fluctuations it is not possible to make any fixed Rate of Exchange.
Customs Regulations. — Canada. — Wearing apparel, articles of personal adornment, toilet articles and similar personal effects of persons arriving in Canada may be passed free, without entry at Customs, as travelers' baggage, under the provisions of the Customs tariff, but this provision shall only include such articles as actually accompany and are in use of and as are necessary and appropriate for the wear and use of such persons for the immediate purpose of the journey and present comfort and convenience, and shall not be held to apply to merchandise or articles intended for other persons or for sale.
Settlers' Effects Free of Duty.—Wearing apparel, household furniture, books, implements and tools of trade, occupation or employment; guns, musical instruments, domestic sewing machines, typewriters, live stock, bicycles, carts and other vehicles, and agricultural implements in use by the settler for at least six months before his removal to Canada, not to include machinery or articles imported for use in any manufacturing establishment or for sale; also books, pictures, family plate or furniture, personal effects and heirlooms left by bequest; provided that any dutiable articles entered as settlers' effects may not be so entered unless brought with the settler on his first arrival, and shall not be sold or otherwise disposed of without payment of duty until after twelve months' actual use in Canada.
Canadian Postal Rates.
Letters to points in Canada, United States and Mexico, three cents for the first ounce, two cents for each additional ounce (War Tax included); rates to points in Great Britain and all other places within the Empire, four cents for the first ounce, three cents for each additional ounce (War Tax included), rates to other countries, ten cents for the first ounce, five cents for each additional ounce.
Postal Cards to points in Canada, Great Britain and all other places within the Empire, United States and Mexico, two cents each (War Tax included); rates to other countries six cents each.
Canadian Newspapers to points in Canada, Great Britain and certain places within the Empire, United States and Mexico, one cent for four ounces.
Printed Matter to points in Canada, United States and Mexico, one cent for two ounces; rates to other countries, two cents for two ounces.
Literature for The Blind to points in Canada, United States, Mexico and Newfoundland, free; rates to all other countries, one cent per lb.
Commercial Papers to all countries other than Canada, ten cents for the first ten ounces, two cents for every additional two ounces.
Samples to points in Canada, United States and Mexico, one cent per two ounces; rates to all other countries, four cents for the first four ounces, two cents every additional two ounces.
Acknowledgment of Receipt of Registered Articles to points in Canada and all other countries, ten cents if requested at the time of posting the article, zo cents if requested after posting the article.
Passengers' Mail and Addresses.—Arrangements have been made whereby letters for Passengers on board the Company's steamers at Southampton and Liverpool can be accepted for inclusion in special bags, which will be made up for the ship in London and I'orts of Departure.
The letters in question, which must be registered and addressed C/o The Commander, Cunard Packet Southampton (or Liverpool), can be posted in any part of the United Kingdom up to the time at which ordinary registered letters to go by the same packets are received.
Passengers' addresses may be left at the Purser's Office, in order that any letters received after Passengers have left the ship may be forwarded.
Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.
Tourist Department.—A Department is maintained at each of the Cunard Company's American and Canadian Offices, where accurate information and helpful assistance relative to travel in the United States and throughout the world is at the disposal of patrons.
Cruises in season to the West Indies, Pacific Coast, South America, etc.
Special Information for Eastbound Passengers.
Return Accommodation.—For the convenience of those Passengers who may be returning from Europe to the United States and who have not yet made the necessary arrangements the Purser will be pleased to radio the Company's Head Office at Liverpool for any accommodation required. This will enable Passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the steamer and will consequently save them time and trouble in Great Britain or on the Continent.
Baggage.—Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract ticket.
All enquiries regarding baggage on board ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.
Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room, otherwise considerable delay and extra charge for carriage will be incurred in forwarding to destination any baggage not accompanying Passengers on the Railway.
Baggage By Special Trains.—The Southern Railway.—Passengers landing at Southampton and proceeding to London by special train can hand their baggage over to The Southern Railway for delivery at Passengers' destination on their system, on payment of one shilling per package.
Arrivals at Cherbourg.—Under normal conditions Passengers are landed by tender up to ro pm, but if the ship arrives later they will disembark after breakfast next morning.
In the event of the steamer not being able to land Passengers sufficiently early to allow of their reaching Paris befcre the early hours of the following morning, there is at Cherbourg a comfortable hotel, the Casino, which can accommodate anyone who wishes to stay overnight in Cherbourg and travel to Paris during the daytime. The Purser can arrange reservations by wireless.
Hand-baggage is carried from the steamer to the tender by the stewards. Passengers are informed that from the time their hand-baggage is on the tender, they are solely responsible for it, and they must see that it is passed through the Customs and placed in their carriage on the special train.
All hand-baggage not claimed on the tender or left in the Customs is collected and included with registered baggage for Paris. For these packages there is a charge of Fcs. 25.0o per package, Cherbourg—Paris.
Passengers are advised that the Cunard Company cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by neglect on the part of Passengers not claiming their hand-baggage on the tender.
All baggage registered in New York for Cherbourg ONLY if not claimed at the port is forwarded direct to Paris, a charge of Fcs. 25.00 per package being made irrespective of size or weight. (Heavy nailed case or bulky packages will be charged as freight.)
Tickets.—All Passengers without rail tickets can obtain them from the Company's Office in the waiting room at Cherbourg, which they pass through after clearing through Customs.
Special Trains.—Special trains are run in connection with the arrival of steamers. Dining cars are attached to these trains, luncheons and dinners are served at Fcs. 18.00 per head, exclusive of wines.
Reserved Seats.—Passengers wishing to reserve first class seats in advance may, on application to the Purser, book same on board ship, provided they are in possession of first class rail tickets to Paris. There is no charge made for these reservations.
Arrivals at Plymouth.—Passengers are landed at any time of the day unless the steamer anchors after 9:00 pm In this case Passengers will be landed at 7 o'clock the following morning, the latter hour to be advanced to 6:00 am between the period May First to September 30th.
A special train will be despatched to London providing the number of Passengers warrants same.
Should the numbers not be sufficient for a special train and the steamer anchors before 9:00 pm, Passengers will be able to connect with the midnight train.
Arrivals at Southampton.—Passengers will be lauded up to 8:00 pm If the ship berths later Passengers will disembark next morning after breakfast.
A Special Train will be dispatched to London (Waterloo Station) as soon as possible after landing, the journey occupying about 1 3/4 hours. Passengers are strongly recommended to purchase their rail tickets between Southampton and London at the Purser's Office on board, as failure to do this may result in delay and inconvenience to the passenger.
It is notified for the information of Passengers that the Cunard Company employ at Southampton the necessary labour for transfer of baggage from the steamer to the special trains at the ship's side for London.
Passengers on arrival will find representatives of well-known firms in the shed alongside the steamer, and if their special services are utilized for the handling of baggage they are authorized to charge according to tariff.
Arrivals at Liverpool. Time of Landing Passengers.—Under normal conditions when any of the Company's steamers arrive alongside the Liverpool Landing Stage after 7:00 pm it is optional for the Passengers to go on shore that night. In the event, however, of their remaining on board, they will be landed after breakfast the following morning either at the Stage or in dock as circumstances permit.
In the same way when the vessel reaches the river but does not come alongside the Stage, to prevent inconvenience and to meet emergencies, any Passengers desirous of disembarking will on arrival of the steamer be landed, with hand-baggage only, by tender.
Customs. —Tobacco, cigars, etc., wines, spirits, and perfumery are subject to duty on being brought into the United Kingdom, and the smallest quantities should be declared to the Customs Authorities. When required, reprints of copyright books and music will be confiscated.
Automobile Tours in Great Britain.—The Cunard Company is in a position to arrange for the hire of Automobiles to Passengers on arrival of their steamers at Liverpool, Plymouth, or Southampton. Programmes of Tours with fixed prices for same can be obtained on application to the Pursers or the Company's Offices.
The Tours outlined cover the most interesting and historic places in Great Britain and offer a most enjoyable trip for persons desirous of seeing more of English rural life than is possible when traveling by rail from town to town.
Automobile Tours On The Continent.—The Company's Offices at Paris, Cherbourg and Hamburg are in a position to make arrangements for the hire of Cars to meet steamers at Hamburg and Cherbourg, and take Passengers on long or short Tours, or direct to their destinations.
Pursers will be glad to give Passengers particulars of rates of hire and any other information that they may desire.
Aeroplane Reservations.—Seats can also be arranged for Aeroplane Services from London or Manchester to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Paris, Brussels, Berlin, etc., also from Cherbourg to Paris. Applications should be made to the Purser.
Professional Gamblers.—Passengers are informed that Professional Gamblers are reported as frequently crossing on Atlantic Steamers, and are warned to take precautions accordingly.
"Lancastria"
(16,500 Tons)
This splendid liner is one of the new Cunarders, but since entering the service has undergone a change which is of paramount interest to Cabin travelers.
Originally designed as a three-class liner, she has now been transformed to a two-class liner, and carries Cabin and Third Class Passengers only. Thus all the facilities installed for the pleasure and convenience of First Class Passengers are now at the disposal of those traveling Cabin.
Her accommodation includes :--
- Handsome Writing Room
- Dining Saloon, with Small Tables for Four, Six and Eight Persons
- Drawing Room
- Smoking Room
- Verandah Café
- Bath Suites
- Gymnasium
- Cabins Supplied with Running Water
- Extensive Open and Covered Promenades
- Libraries
- Orchestra
Special attention is given to the accommodation of family and tourist parties.
Joint Cunard-American-White Star Service
Hamburg, Southampton, Cherbourg To Halifax, N.S. and New York
conducted by
Cunard - " Andania" 14,000 Tons and White Star " Arabic " 16,786 Tons
The " Andania " is One of The Newest and MOST UP-TO-DATE Cabin Liners ENGAGED in This Service Regular Service Between Liverpool, Belfast, Québec and Montréal
" Aurania" (New) and " Alaunia" (New)
Each 14,000 Tons Specially designed to meet the needs of the economical traveller, and to bring within the reach of all the pleasures of travel de luxe, these new r4,000-ton oil-burning Cabin liners will maintain a regular service between Liverpool, Québec and Montréal, with a call at Belfast throughout the summer season. They will be supported by the " Athenia " and " Letitia," but these two steamers will omit the Belfast call.
Both vessels offer something entirely new and novel for ships of their type. In addition to the magnificent public rooms they have Private Suites, a large number of two-berth rooms, a Long Gallery, Winter Gardens, " Peter Pan " Nursery and a Gymnasium. They are also fitted with a special and most up-to-date system of ventilation throughout.
Regular Service Between
Southampton, Cherbourg, Québec and Montréal
"Antonia," "Ausonia" & "Ascania" (New)
Each 14,000 tons
These three new oil-burning Cabin liners, each of 14,000 gross tons, will maintain a regular service during the season between Southampton, Cherbourg, Québec and Montréal.
They comprise the most modern improvements in the accommodation provided by steamers of their type. In addition, they have a large number of two-berth rooms, while their extensive covered and open promenade decks afford every facility for games and exercise.
Each steamer carries an orchestra of professional musicians, while a daily wireless press service is also at the service of the Passengers.
Regular Service Between
Liverpool and New York Via Queenstown (Cobh)
" Caronia" and " Carmania"
each of 20,000 gross tons, are the Fastest Transatlantic Liners From Liverpool
These famous vessels, now converted to oil-burning Cabin liners, are considered the acme of comfort. Their accommodation has never failed to create admiration, including as it does handsome Lounges, charming Drawing Rooms, Music Rooms, Smoking Rooms, Writing Rooms, Verandah Cafés, Winter Gardens (which can readily be made into a dancing palace), and up-to-date Gymnasia.
The cuisine arrangements on all Cunard cabin steamers is equal to that high standard of efficiency for which the Cunard fleet has always been noted.
Back Cover of a Cabin Passenger List for the RMS Alaunia of the Cunard Line, Departing Friday, 21 August 1925 from Liverpool for Québec and Montréal Canada via Belfast. GGA Image ID # 1740ee4465
A Conductress on an ocean liner like the RMS Alaunia in 1925 played a specialized role tailored to the needs of female passengers, providing support, guidance, and ensuring their comfort and safety during the voyage. This position was particularly valued as more women traveled unaccompanied or in small groups in the early 20th century. Below is an overview of the typical functions a Conductress would perform:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assisting Female Passengers:
- Welcoming and Guidance: The Conductress often greeted women passengers upon boarding, offering directions to their staterooms, dining areas, and other facilities.
- Companionship and Reassurance: For unaccompanied women or those traveling alone for the first time, the Conductress provided a reassuring presence, helping them navigate shipboard life.
- Ensuring Safety and Privacy:
- Security: The Conductress acted as a protector of privacy and security for women, ensuring that male passengers or crew respected their personal spaces.
- Safekeeping of Valuables: She often facilitated the use of the Purser's safe for passengers’ valuables, particularly jewelry and important documents.
- Attending to Needs:
- Wardrobe and Personal Assistance: The Conductress assisted with unpacking and packing, helping passengers settle into their cabins and ensuring their personal items were stored properly.
- Special Requests: She coordinated with stewards or the ship’s staff to meet individual needs, such as dietary preferences or additional bedding.
- Social and Cultural Support:
- Event Participation: The Conductress often facilitated introductions among female passengers or organized small social gatherings, such as tea parties or games, fostering camaraderie.
- Language Assistance: If the Conductress had multilingual skills, she could assist passengers who faced language barriers, particularly on liners with international clientele.
- Emergency and Health Assistance:
- Lifeboat Drills: The Conductress ensured female passengers were aware of safety protocols, including lifeboat drills and emergency procedures.
- Illness or Distress: She was available to escort passengers to the ship’s medical facilities or liaise with the ship’s Surgeon on their behalf.
- Chaperoning:
- Younger Passengers: She served as a chaperone for young women traveling alone or in groups, ensuring they adhered to social decorum and avoided unwanted attention.
- Public Areas: The Conductress monitored spaces like lounges, dining rooms, and promenades, offering assistance and ensuring a respectable environment.
Unique Aspects of the Role:
- The presence of a Conductress reflected the shipping lines' efforts to cater to the rising number of middle-class and upper-class women traveling for leisure, education, or work.
- This role was particularly significant on long voyages or on ships carrying immigrants, where cultural and linguistic challenges often arose.
- A Conductress was typically a woman of refined manners, tact, and discretion, often selected for her ability to navigate diverse social and cultural situations with grace.
In essence, the Conductress was a multifaceted role, blending hospitality, security, and social guidance, making her an invaluable part of the ocean liner experience for women in the 1920s.
Passenger List Information
RMS Alaunia Passenger List – 21 August 1925
Item Details
This page features a Cabin Class Passenger List for the RMS Alaunia of the Cunard Line, dated 21 August 1925, from Liverpool to Québec and Montréal via Belfast. Commanded by Captain J. G. Saunders, this list reflects the elegance and significance of transatlantic travel during the golden age of ocean liners.
Item Description
The Passenger List is an official souvenir provided to travelers aboard the RMS Alaunia. It includes details of senior officers, a comprehensive roster of passengers, travel regulations, and highlights of Cunard Line's premier services.
Key Features
- Date of Voyage: 21 August 1925
- Route: Liverpool to Québec and Montréal via Belfast
- Ship: RMS Alaunia (Cunard Line)
- Passenger Class: Cabin Class
- Commander: Captain J. G. Saunders, RD, RNR
Historical and Design Highlights
- Elegant Cover Design: Features period-appropriate typography and Cunard branding.
- Insightful Content: Includes travel information, onboard services, and passenger amenities.
- Representation of the Era: A glimpse into the golden age of ocean travel and maritime luxury.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)
- Sir Howard d’Egville: Prominent British statesman and advocate of Anglo-American relations.
- Major C. W. G. Gibson: Distinguished military officer.
- Dr. C. Morley Case: Renowned academic and writer.
- Rev. Margaret Barnard: Influential figure in early 20th-century social reform.
Historical Significance
This Passenger List is a window into 1920s transatlantic travel, reflecting the social, cultural, and economic dynamics of the time. The RMS Alaunia was part of Cunard’s fleet catering to affluent middle-class travelers and offered luxurious accommodations while representing advancements in maritime engineering and hospitality.
