RMS Samaria Passenger List - 25 October 1924

Front Cover of a Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Saturday, 25 October 1924 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R. GGA Image ID # 1ecd4cc02d

Senior Officers and Staff

• Commander: Captain G. S. HORSBURGH, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.
• Ch. Officer: A. T. Mott, R.D., R.N.R.
• Ch. Engineer: W. Duncan, R.D., R.N.R.
• Surgeon: J. St. John Murphy
• Purser: C. G. Johnson, R.D., R.N.R.
• Asst. Purser: A. P. WlLLIAMS
• Ch. Steward: E. B. Pimbley

Saloon Passengers

1. Sir Martin Abrahamson, K.B.E.
2. Mr. Robert L. Barnes
3. Mr. Henry C. Barr
4. Mr. George M. Barr
5. Mr. Thomas S. Beaumont
6. Mr. Maurice S. Beaumont
7. Mrs. James Bishop and Maid
8. Miss Anna Bjorkland
9. Miss Margaret Cashel
10. Mr. P. C. Coote
11. Mr. A. Cotsworth, Jr.
12. Mrs. Cotsworth
13. Miss P. E. Diamond
14. Mr. C. H. Earp
15. Mrs. Earp
16. Mrs. Dudley B. Fay
17. Group-Capt. M. W. Flack, C.B.E., M.B., M.A.
18. Mr. Geoffrey S. Gimson
19. Mr. Thomas M. Guiney
20. Mr. John Hargreaves
21. Mr. George Harris
22. Mr. J. B. Hopkinson
23. Mrs. Hopkinson
24. Mr. Rapilje Howell
25. Mrs. Howell
26. Miss Juliette Howell and Maid
27. Mr. J. Hunt
28. Mr. William C. Jones
29. Mr. A. L. Levers
30. Mr. Gardner L. Lewis
31. Mr. L. L. Lipskv
32. Mr. Walter Lord
33. Rev. Francis X. McCabe
34. Mrs. Constance Mcllveima
35. Mr. John E. F. Magee
36. Dr. James H. Means
37. Mrs. Means
38. Master James Means and Nurse
39. Miss Constance V. Meehan
40. Mr. Daniel C. Murfitt
41. Mrs. S. C. Nightingale
42. Miss Nina Nightingale
43. Miss A. E. Nourse
44. Mr. John Parry
45. Mrs. Parry
46. Master Hugh Parry
47. Master Malcolm Parry
48. Mr. Arthur J. Pierce
49. Mrs. Pierce
50. Mrs. E. Pike
51. Miss Agnes Pike
52. Mrs. Elizabeth C. Powell
53. Mr. Lyonei H. Putnam
54. Mr. Alden Reed
55. Mr. Arthur P. Rowlands
56. Mrs. W. H. Shipman
57. Miss C. M. Shipman
58. Mr. H. C. Shipman
59. Mrs. George I. Skinner
60. Miss Alice G. Smith
61. Mr. Munroe Smith
62. Mrs. Smith
63. Mr. S. Gerard Smith
64. Mr. Thomas H. South
65. Mr. Ernest H. Still
66. Mrs. Still
67. Miss Hannah L. Talbot
68. Miss Catherine P. Talbot
69. Mr. U. Villarruel
70. Mr. John W. Watson
71. Mrs. T. L. Winthrop
72. Miss Elizabeth S. Young

General Information for Passengers

MEALS will be served following times in the First Class Dining Saloon:

• Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m
• Luncheon from 1 to 2-30 p.m.
• Dinner from 7 to 9 p.m.

The Bars in the First Class will be open at 11-30 p.m., but it is within the discretion of the Commander to close them during the voyage at any time should he consider this course desirable.

A LA CARTE MEAL. The Company has pleasure in directing the special attention of First Claas passengers to the à la carte service provided on Cunard steamers.

It is pointed out that passengers need not confine themselves to the ordinary Table d'hôtel menu. Still, by prior arrangement with the Chief Steward, they may order any special dishes they desire without extra charge.

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 the day of sailing.

DIVINE SERVICE on Sunday at 10-30 a.m.

DECK CHAIRS AND RUGS may be hired at 6/6 (or $ 1.50) each, on application to the Deck Steward. Bach Rug is contained in a sealed cardboard box anil bears a serial number worked into the material so that passengers will have no difficulty 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. — Besides a library of Standard Works, a special selection of up-to-date literature is available for 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.

BARBER.—The Saloon Barber's Shop is located on " B " Deck aft. Hours of Attendance, 7 a.m to 7 p.m., but for the convenience of passengers generally, the hours between noon and 5 p.m. are set aside principally for haircutting and shampooing.

MONEY EXCHANGE.—As a convenience to passengers, the Purser has been authorized to carry funds for Exchange purposes. Still, owing to fluctuations, it is impossible to make any fixed exchange rate.

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 onboard.

DOGS.—Passengers arc notified that dogs cannot lie landed in Great Britain unless their license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London. License forms must be obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board. Dogs are carried at the owner's risk, from £4 upwards, payable to the Purser.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR WESTBOUND PASSENGERS.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION.—For the convenience of passengers returning from the United States to Europe and not making the necessary arrangements, the Purser will be pleased to radio New York or Boston Office for any required accommodation. This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the Steamer, saving them time and trouble in New York.

BAGGAGE. — Westbound passengers proceeding from London to Southampton by special trains will pay to The Southern Railway at Waterloo Station, London, for any ocean excess baggage charges due.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract tickets.

All inquiries regarding baggage on board the 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 carriage charge will be incurred in forwarding any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway to the destination.

WARDROBE TRUNKS.—The attention of passengers is called to the fact that, owing to the size of wardrobe trunks, it is not always possible to have these placed in an accessible position in passengers' Staterooms.

BAGGAGE—COLLECTION IN LONDON.—For the convenience of passengers residing in hotels and private residences in London within a four miles radius of Charing Cross and proceeding to Southampton for embarkation, arrangements have now been made for collecting, storing, and delivery of baggage direct to the Steamer at the following rates:—

4S. 6d. per large package,

2S. 6d. "small."

Which includes the cost of cartage, porterage, and rail carriage through to the steamer side. An additional charge is made for storage in London at the rate per package, irrespective of size per month.

Passengers desirous of taking full advantage of this facility should notify the Cunard Line, 26-27, Cockspur Street, London, S.W. 1, of the exact number of packages they require to be collected and the complete address of their hotel or private residence.

At the time of collection, a uniformed representative will check the baggage and present a duplicate for the owner.

All packages must be ready by noon on the day of collection.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT TRAINS -LONDON TO SOUTHAMPTON.

Arrangements have been made with The Southern Railway for early Saloon trains run from Waterloo to Southampton in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast cars attached for the convenience of Saloon passengers. Any passengers wishing to reserve seats in this car should advise either of the Cunard Company's Loudon Offices.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT

TRAINS LONDON TO LIVERPOOL Arrangements have been made with The Loudon Midland & Scottish Railway for special trains run from Euston to Liverpool in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast, luncheon, or dining car attached.

Concerning special coaches from Huston to Riverside attached to ordinär}* trains having breakfast, luncheon, or dining cars, the facility will be given for Cunard passengers to take their meals in these cars.

ARRIVALS AT BOSTON.—Passengers arc landed at the Company's Pier, East Boston, where railway tickets can be purchased and baggage checked to any part of the United States and Canada. After landing, passengers should enquire at the desk on the wharf for letters and telegrams.

When any of the Company's steamers arrive at the Pier after 8 p.m., passengers can remain on board overnight and land after breakfast the following morning.

There is a taxicab agent on the Pier by whom a good service at reasonable rates is provided to passengers requiring some. Passengers are recommended to engage their taxis before leaving the Pier.

ARRIVALS AT NEW YORK. Passengers are landed at the Company's Piers. 53 to 56. North River, foot of West 14th Street, where railway tickets can be purchased, and baggage checked to any part of the United States and Canada. After landing, passengers should enquire at the desk on the wharf for letters and telegrams.

When any of the Company's steamers arrive at the Pier after 8 p.m., passengers can remain on board overnight and land after breakfast the following morning.

FORWARDING OF PASSENGERS.—For the convenience of all passengers disembarking at our piers, who are destined to interior points, the Railroad Lines out of New York and Boston have representatives on the Pier to meet passengers and arrange to issue railroad tickets to all points in the United States. Canada, and Mexico. These representatives will also arrange to check baggage from our piers to the destination, relieving passengers of the annoyance of purchasing their tickets at the dépôt or re-checking their baggage. Passengers must pay baggage transfer charges from our piers to rail dépôts or steamship dock.

PUBLIC TELEPHONES.—Telephone service with booths and operators in attendance will be found near the Customs Lines on the New York Wharf.

TAXICABS can be hired at the New York Piers. It is suggested to passengers for their protection that taxicabs of the Yellow Taxi Corporation, which come within our pier gates, afford comfort and protection as regards baggage, etc. and reasonable rates.

PASSENGERS'PASSENGERS' MAIL AND ADDRESSES.—Arrangements have been made whereby letters for passengers on board the Company'sCompany'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 Ports of Departure.

The letters must be registered and addressed C/o The-; Commander, Cunard Packet."
Southampton (or Liverpool) can be posted in any part of the United Kingdom until ordinary registered letters go by the same packets are received.

Passengers'Passengers' addresses may be left at the Purser'sPurser's Office so 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'sCompany's American and Canadian Offices where accurate information and helpful assistance relative to travel in the United States and throughout the world is at patrons' disposal.

Cruises in the 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'sCompany's Head Office at Liverpool for any accommodation required. This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the Steamer and consequently save them time and trouble in Great Britain or the Continent.

BAGGAGE. — The Cunard Company in New York will collect from Eastbound passengers any Southern Railway excess rail charges due in connection with a journey by special train from Southampton to London.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company'sCompany's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract tickets.

All inquiries regarding baggage on board the 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 carriage charge will be incurred in forwarding any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway to the destination.

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 10 p.m., but if the ship arrives later, they will disembark after breakfast the following day.

In the event of the Steamer not being able to land passengers sufficiently early to allow of their reaching Paris before 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 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 Fes. 25.00 per package, Cherbourg—Paris.

Passengers are advised that the Cunard Company cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by neglect by 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 Fes. 25.00 per package being made, irrespective of size or weight. (Heavy nailed cases 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, and luncheons and dinners are served at Fes. 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 have first-class rail tickets to Paris. There is no charge made for these reservations.

ARRIVALS AT PLYMOUTH.—Passengers are lauded at any time of the day unless the steamer anchors after 9 p.m. In this case, passengers will land at 7 o'clock the following morning, the latter hour to be advanced to 6 a.m. between May 1st and September 30th.

A special train will be dispatched to London providing the number of passengers warrants same.

Should the numbers be insufficient for a special train and the steamer anchors before 9 p.m., passengers can connect with the midnight train.

ARRIVALS AT SOUTHAMPTON.—Passengers will be landed up to 8 p.m. If the ship berths later, passengers will disembark the following day 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 delay and inconvenience the passenger.

It is notified for the information of passengers that the Cunard Company employ at Southampton the necessary labor for the 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. If their special services are utilized for handling baggage, they are authorized to charge according to the 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 p.m., it is optional for the passengers to go on shore that night. If they remain on board, they will be landed after breakfast the following morning either at the Stage or in the 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 the arrival of the Steamer, be landed, with hand baggage only, by tender.

CUSTOMS.—Tobacco, cigars, etc., wines, spirits, and perfumery are subject to a duty on being brought into the United Kingdom, and the smallest quantities should be declared to the Customs Authorities. When required, reprints of copyrighted 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 the arrival of their steamers at Liverpool. Plymouth or Southampton. Programs of Tours with fixed prices can be obtained on application to the Pursers or the Company's Offices.

The Tours are outlined to cover the most exciting 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 in Paris, Cherbourg, and Hamburg are in a position to arrange for the hire of Cars to meet steamers at Hamburg and Cherbourg and take passengers on long or short Tours or direct to their destination.

Pursers will gladly give passengers particular hire rates and any other information they desire.

AEROPLANE RESERVATIONS. — Seats can also be arranged for Aeroplane Services from London or Manchester to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Paris, Brussels, Berlin, etc., and also from Cherbourg to Paris. Applications should be made to the Purser.

PASSENGERS' MAIL AND ADDRESSES. — Passengers should apply at the Mail Office on board for letters, and their addresses may be left there so that any communications received after passengers have left the ship may be re-directed.

Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams, and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.

PROFESSIONAL GAMBLERS.—Passengers are informed that Professional Gamblers are reported as frequently crossing on Atlantic Steamers and arc warned to take precautions accordingly.

Back Cover of a Cunard Line RMS Samaria Saloon Passenger List from Saturday, 25 October 1924. GGA Image ID # 1ecd57c26f

Title Page, RMS Samaria Saloon Passenger List, 25 October 1924. GGA Image ID # 1f4a17cde9

Liverpool to New York & Boston. This Service Is Maintained by the Following New Turbine Steamers and Provides Ideal Accommodation at Moderate Fares:— " Franconia,” " Laconia,” " Scythia, and “Samaria." RMS Samaria Saloon Class Passenger List, 25 October 1924. GGA Image ID # 21dc7e4980

Passenger List Information

Item Description

An original Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, dated 25 October 1924. This artifact commemorates a voyage from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Queenstown (Cobh), under the command of Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

Key Features

• Steamship Line: Cunard Line
• Ship: RMS Samaria
• Class: Saloon (First Class)
• Route: Liverpool to Boston and New York via Queenstown (Cobh)
• Date: 25 October 1924
• Commander: Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

Historical and Design Highlights

• Elegant cover design reflective of Cunard's luxury branding.
• Detailed passenger manifest showcasing notable figures of the era.
• Insight into the high standards of service aboard the RMS Samaria.
• Documentation of amenities such as à la carte dining, a professional orchestra, and specialized services.

Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)

• Sir Martin Abrahamson, K.B.E.: Renowned industrialist and philanthropist.
• Dr. James H. Means (1885–1967): Harvard professor and prominent figure in pulmonary medicine.
• Group-Capt. M. W. Flack, C.B.E., M.B., M.A.: Distinguished military officer and medical practitioner.
• Mrs. Elizabeth C. Powell: Socialite and patron of the arts.

Historical Significance

The RMS Samaria represented Cunard's commitment to combining luxury and reliability in post-World War I transatlantic travel. This passenger list not only highlights the societal stature of its travelers but also preserves a glimpse of the golden age of ocean liners, marking a time when maritime travel was both an art and a necessity.