SS Campania Passenger List - 31 August 1895

Front Cover, Saloon Passenger List for the SS Campania of the Cunard Line, Departing Saturday, 31 August 1895 from New York to Liverpool via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain W. H. P. Hains. GGA Image ID # 174514e1d2

Senior Officers and Staff

1. Captain W. H. P. Hains (Lt. R.N.R.)
2. Surgeon, E. Ni. Finucane
3. Purser, David S. Wallace
4. Chief Steward Louis Affolter

Saloon Passengers

1. Mr. C. H. Austin
2. Mr. Wm. Ashton
3. Mr. Wm. Anderson
4. Miss Caroline C. Beekman
5. Mr. and Mrs. M. Bergmer
6. Mr. G. F. A. Bondies
7. Mr. Nicholas C. Benziger
8. Mr. Osborn W. Bright
9. Judge A. G. Brice
10. Mr. B. C. Burnham
11. Mr. E. Boote
12. Mr. J. Bateman
13. Mr. H. R. M. Bremner
14. Col. Wm H. H. Benyaurd
15. Mr. John Bolen
16. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. S. Berry
17. Mr. G. J. L. de Bruyn
18. Mr. George Cook
19. Mr. W. B. Colville
20. Mr. Thos. Cartwright
21. Mr. T. Edghill Coles
22. Lady Clerk and Maid
23. Mr. R. Lee Campbell
24. Mr. A. H. Campbell
25. Mr. John Cobrough
26. Mr. B. F. Cohen
27. Mr. Manuel Alvarez Cuervo
28. Mr. Chaplin
29. Dr. Stanton Colt
30. Mrs. J. N. Dolph
31. Miss Ruth M. Dolph
32. Miss Mary E. Drake
33. Mr. Ira C. Davis
34. Mr. John Dalziel
35. Capt. Davies
36. Mlle. D'Egmont
37. Mr. M. Fitzsimmons
38. Mr. S. W. Foxton
39. Mr. J. A. France
40. Mr. M. G. Gillette
41. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Goodhart
42. Mrs. Greenwood
43. Mr. A. C. Greenwood
44. Mrs. Gibson
45. Miss Gibson
46. Mr. W. W. Gahche
47. Mr. John Gibb
48. Miss Ruth Hawkins
49. Mr. and Mrs. Julius H. Hablo
50. Miss J. Harper
51. Mr. B. Jennings
52. Mr. J. S. Hitching
53. Mr. Fred Krause
54. Mr. James A. Lochore
55. Capt. and Mrs. H. P. Leader
56. Mrs. E. H. Lister
57. Mr. James C. E. Lawson
58. Mr. A. W. Lake
59. Mr. Alex Milne
60. Mr. I. S. Moore
61. Mr. Morris Moore
62. Mr. Thomas Miller
63. Miss Molyneaux
64. Mr. and Mrs. Levi Mayer
65. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Moxey
66. Mr. Fritz Minthe
67. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. W. Nicholson
68. Mr. W. Norris
69. Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Nichols
70. Mr. H. P. Niies
71. Mr. Tomas Ona
72. Miss Edith Allan Paton
73. Mr. Isaac H. Purdy
74. Mr. E. H. Pearson
75. Dr. W. Peape
76. Rev. Canon Puissant
77. Mr. Joseph Storm Patterson
78. Rev. J. Quinlan
79. Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Rosenbaum
80. Mr. S. Rothschild
81. Mr. W. J. Ritchie
82. Miss May Richards
83. Miss Clara Richards
84. Mrs. Dora B. Reece
85. Mr. A. S. Rossin
86. Mr. W. W. Rycroft
87. Mr. John J. Roche
88. Mr. Ross

89. Mr. J. B. Stuart
90. Capt. R. Sturdy
91. Mr. Burritt H. Shepard
92. Mr. John Stuart
93. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Stuart
94. Master Douglas Stuart
95. Miss Margaret Stuart and Nurse
96. Mr. Edward F. Stephens
97. Mr. Percy Sanderson; H. B. M. Consul General, New York
98. Sir. Chas E. Sampson
99. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Seedhouse
100. Mr. J. F. Stilwell
101. Miss Stilwell
102. Mr. 1. Maxwell Tilden
103. Mr. K. E. Townroe
104. Mr. Arthur Warburton
105. Mr. Fred R. West and Valet
106. Mr. Thos. W. Wright
107. Mr. Jas. Osborn Wright
108. Mr. H. F. Wey
109. Miss Laura R. Watson
110. Mr. H. Waddington
111. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Weston and Maid
112. Mr. Thos. W. Wright
113. Mr. J. K. Whinery
114. Miss H. Yates
115. Dr. James Yates
116. Mr. Robert Ypana
117. Mr. Jose Zammit

Passenger List Information

SS Campania Passenger List – 31 August 1895

 

Description

GGA is pleased to offer an original Saloon Passenger List from the SS Campania, dated 31 August 1895, capturing a significant moment in the transatlantic travel of the Gilded Age. The ship, hailed as one of the Cunard Line’s crown jewels, sailed from New York to Liverpool via Queenstown (Cobh) under the command of Captain W. H. P. Hains (Lt. R.N.R.).

This artifact represents the epitome of luxury and sophistication aboard one of the fastest and most celebrated liners of its time, carrying a distinguished roster of passengers. The front cover, emblematic of the Cunard Line's elegant branding, remains in Good condition, showcasing the legacy of opulent travel and elite society.

 

Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)

This voyage is distinguished by the presence of numerous luminaries, reflecting the Campania’s reputation as a floating salon of power, culture, and prestige:

1. Judge A. G. Brice

• A prominent figure in legal circles, Judge Brice’s career and influence in adjudicating high-profile cases make him a standout passenger aboard the Campania.

2. Col. William H. H. Benyaurd

• A decorated officer in the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Col. Benyaurd’s contributions to military engineering and his distinguished career highlight his importance as a passenger.

3. Lady Clerk and Maid

• Likely an aristocratic figure, her title and attendance with a maid underscore the Campania’s allure to the upper echelons of society.

4. Mr. Manuel Alvarez Cuervo

• A notable Spanish figure, Cuervo’s prominence in business or politics reflects the international appeal of the Campania’s voyages.

5. Rev. Canon Puissant

• A member of the clergy whose ecclesiastical status adds spiritual gravitas to the journey. Clergy members of this rank often had significant influence within their communities.

6. Mr. Percy Sanderson

• Serving as H. B. M. Consul General in New York, Sanderson’s role as a diplomatic figure emphasizes the transatlantic relationships facilitated by the Campania.

7. Sir Charles E. Sampson

• A titled gentleman, Sir Charles Sampson represents the aristocracy’s engagement with international travel during the height of the British Empire.

8. Mr. Burritt H. Shepard

• A financier or industrialist, Shepard’s inclusion suggests the presence of significant economic influencers aboard this voyage.

9. Mr. Fred R. West and Valet

• A prominent figure traveling with a personal valet, West embodies the luxurious lifestyle characteristic of the Campania’s clientele.

10. Dr. James Yates

• A respected medical professional whose inclusion highlights the ship’s appeal to influential members of the scientific and medical communities.

 

Historical Context

The SS Campania, launched in 1892, symbolized the zenith of Victorian maritime engineering and luxury. As one of the fastest ships of her era, she attracted a diverse array of passengers, from industrialists and politicians to aristocrats and intellectuals.

This 31 August 1895 voyage came at the height of the Gilded Age, a period of rapid economic growth, social stratification, and cultural flourishing. The passenger list reflects the global connections fostered by the Campania, featuring figures of international prominence and cultural significance.

 

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Historical Note

The SS Campania Passenger List – 31 August 1895 offers an exceptional glimpse into the golden age of transatlantic travel. With its illustrious passenger roster, connection to maritime history, and status as an artifact of Victorian elegance, this piece is a treasure for those captivated by the era of grand ocean liners.