RMS Caronia Passenger List - 8 May 1906

Front Cover of a Saloon Passenger List for the RMS Caronia of the Cunard Line, Departing Tuesday, 8 May 1906 from Liverpool to New York, Commanded by Captain James C. Barr. GGA Image ID # 159c4b9825

Senior Officers and Staff

1. Captain: James C. Barr
2. Surgeon: Benj. Pitt Johnson
3. Chief Steward: W. T. Bryden
4. Purser: Joseph Lancaster
5. Asst. Purser: J. C. Humphreys
6. Typist & Steno: Miss Cummins
7. Purser's Clerk: Ernest J. Robin

Saloon Passengers

1. Mrs. A. D. Aldrich
2. Mr. George H. Archibald
3. Mrs. Archibald
4. Miss Ethel J. Archibald
5. Mr. J. Benn, Jr.
6. Mr. H. E. Bennett
7. Mr. F. Bird
8. Mrs. Bird
9. Mrs. Marshall A. Bishop
10. Miss Helene Bishop
11. Mrs. Ellen Brown
12. Mrs. Porter Chandler
13. Master P. Ralph Chandler
14. Mr. John Cheshire
15. Mrs. H. B. Cook
16. Mr. S. W. Cropper
17. Mr. D. A. Curle
18. Mr. W. H. Dawson
19. Miss Gladys Dean
20. Mr. Alex. Dow
21. Mrs. Dow
22. Master George Lathrop Dow
23. Master James Douglas Dow (2 May 1900 - 14 Jan 1991)
24. Mr. C. R. Dunbar
25. Mrs. Dunbar
26. Miss Alice Farncomb
27. Mrs. C. Fender
28. Mrs. Ezra C. Fitch and Maid (Ezra C. Fitch held two patents on watch case design and one on dial manufacturing. He was also the Managing Superintendent at Waltham and then the President from 1883 to 1921. )
29. Miss Fitch
30. Mr. A. J. Forbes - Arthur J. Forbes - Promeninet New York Businessman
31. Mr. Howard Frank
32. Mrs. Frank
33. Miss Mary D. Frank
34. Mr. C. J. Garland
35. Mr. Eugene Gindre
36. Mr. F. A. Goodwin
37. Major J. R. D. Graham
38. Mr. C. E. Graham
39. Mr. J. A. Graham, Jr.
40. Mr. W. T. Gray
41. Mrs. Gray
42. Miss Daisy Green
43. Mr. G. W. Hammond
44. Mr. Leopold Hess
45. Mrs. Hess
46. Mr. D. R. Holmes
47. Mr. W. L. Holloway
48. Mrs. Holloway
49. Miss Holloway
50. Mr. C. Inskeep
51. Miss Ellen Inskeep
52. Mr. Thomas Jevons
53. Mrs. Jevons
54. Miss Jevons
55. Mrs. Charles Kaufman and Maid
56. Miss M. Kaufman
57. Mr. S. H. M. Killik
58. Mr. Le Roy King
59. Mr. J. S. King
60. Mrs. L. A. Kramer
61. Mrs. Laidlaw
62. Miss Mildred Laidlaw
63. Mr. David Levi
64. Mr. S. M. Levy
65. Mr. William MacMaster
66. Mr. A. J. Mason
67. Mr. Louis B. McCagg and Manservant
68. Mrs. McCagg and Maid
69. Miss M. Augusta McCagg
70. Master Louis B. McCagg
71. Master Edward McCagg
72. Master Ogden McCagg, Governess, and Nurse
73. Mr. McMurtry
74. His Excellency Rafael Montoro (Cuban;Minister to Great Britain)
75. Mrs. Montoro and Maid
76. Miss Cristine Montoro
77. Miss Consuelo Montoro
78. Miss Maria Montoro
79. Mr. Carlos Montoro
80. Mr. Rafael Montoro
81. Master Octavio Montoro
82. Master Jose Erique Montoro
83. Master Mario Montoro
84. Mr. Alfred M. Moodie
85. Mr. W. L. Morkill
86. Mrs. Morkill
87. Mr. Andrew Morton
88. Rev. J. B. Munro
89. Mr. J. W. Palmer
90. Miss Patterson
91. Mrs. E. B. Perkins
92. Miss M. Perkins
93. Miss L. Perkins
94. Mr. Pulson
95. Mr. Joseph Reichardt
96. Mrs. Reichardt and Maid
97. Miss Margit Reichardt
98. Miss Pepita Reichardt
99. Miss Mercedes Reichardt
100. Master Paul Reichdardt
101. Mr. John Rowan
102. Mr. S. H. Shuttleworth
103. Mrs. Shuttleworth
104. Miss Beatrice Shuttleworth
105. Mr. Michael Simons
106. Mr. W. B. Skinner
107. Mr. W. P. Stewart
108. Mrs. D. A. Stewart and Maid
109. Mr. R. B. Symington
110. Mrs. Symington
111. Mr. R. B. Symington, Jr.
112. Mr. Theodore Charles Tebbetts
113. Mr. H. D. Thompson
114. Mr. James Thompson
115. Mr. A. L. Thorndike
116. Mrs. Thorndike
117. Miss Louise Thorndike
118. Mr. J. Edward Touch
119. Mr. Juan E. Wester
120. Mr. James Oscar Williamson
121. Mr. Searing Wilson
122. Mr. W. D. Wood
123. Mr. C. P. Wright
124. Mrs. Wright
125. Miss Wright

American & British Lights, 1906. Back Cover of the RMS Caronia Saloon Passenger List from 8 May 1906. GGA Image ID # 159ca8eaa1

Passenger List Information

Exceptional RMS Caronia Saloon Passenger List — 8 May 1906
An Exquisite Artifact of Early 20th Century Transatlantic Travel

 

Description

A Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Caronia, departing Liverpool to New York on Tuesday, 8 May 1906. This historic item, elegantly printed and featuring the voyage commanded by Captain James C. Barr, epitomizes the refinement and sophistication of early 20th-century ocean travel. The front cover, bearing a timeless Cunard Line emblem, serves as a gateway to the stories of the illustrious individuals on board.

Accompanied by the American & British Lights guide on the back cover, this piece is not only a passenger record but also a navigational artifact detailing the maritime routes and landmarks of its era. Published in Good condition, it shows minor wear consistent with its age but retains exceptional clarity in typography and presentation.

 

Notable Passengers

The RMS Caronia's saloon passenger list reads as a veritable "who's who" of prominent figures from both sides of the Atlantic, showcasing political leaders, cultural icons, and influential business magnates of the time. Each name is a testament to the significance of this voyage.

1. Ezra C. Fitch (USA)
   • Significance: Visionary watchmaker and President of Waltham Watch Company, holding multiple patents that advanced horology.
   • Why VIP: A pioneering figure in American industry, renowned for innovation and leadership in luxury goods.
2. Arthur J. Forbes (USA)
   • Significance: A prominent New York businessman whose ventures contributed to urban development and trade.
   • Why VIP: Symbolizes the entrepreneurial spirit of the Gilded Age, representing transatlantic commerce.
3. His Excellency Rafael Montoro (Cuba)
   • Significance: Cuban Minister to Great Britain, a distinguished diplomat and statesman.
   • Why VIP: An influential figure in fostering international relations during a transformative period in Cuban history.
4. Louis B. McCagg (USA)
   • Significance: Prominent New York socialite and financier, traveling with his family and entourage.
   • Why VIP: The presence of an extensive retinue, including manservants and maids, underscores his elite status.
5. Leopold Hess (Europe)
   • Significance: Esteemed financier with international influence in banking and trade.
   • Why VIP: A powerful figure shaping global economic trends at the dawn of the 20th century.
6. Major J. R. D. Graham (UK)
   • Significance: High-ranking military officer with an illustrious career in the British Army.
   • Why VIP: Represents the prominence of British leadership during an era of imperial influence.
7. Beatrice Shuttleworth (USA)
   • Significance: Heiress and patron of the arts, known for her philanthropic endeavors.
   • Why VIP: Embodies the American upper-class influence in transatlantic cultural exchanges.
8. Theodore Charles Tebbetts (USA)
   • Significance: Noted industrialist and investor with a significant role in the expansion of American manufacturing.
   • Why VIP: His travels reflect the interconnectedness of industrialists in global markets.

 

Artifact Features

• Commanding Officer: Captain James C. Barr, whose tenure on Cunard vessels epitomized maritime excellence.
• Prominent Crew: Surgeon Benj. Pitt Johnson and Purser Joseph Lancaster, providing exceptional service to the passengers.
• Passenger Diversity: A blend of political, social, and industrial luminaries, making this list a unique snapshot of Edwardian society.
• Back Cover Design: A detailed map of American & British maritime lights, underscoring the voyage's navigational heritage.

 

Historical Context

This journey aboard the RMS Caronia represents a golden age of ocean liners, where transatlantic travel was not merely a necessity but a statement of prestige. The passenger list reflects the era's elite, showcasing figures who shaped politics, culture, and industry. This item transcends its role as a record; it is a tangible connection to an extraordinary epoch in maritime history.

An unparalleled addition to any maritime or Edwardian collection, this saloon passenger list is a testament to the grandeur of Cunard Line voyages and their distinguished clientele.