RMS Scythia Passenger List 30 August 1888

Front Cover of a Saloon Passenger List for the RMS Scythia of the Cunard Line, Departing Thursday, 30 August 1888 from Liverpool to Boston, Commanded by Captain Roberts. Very Intricate Cover Illustration by Waterlow & Sons, Limited, London Wall, London. Publishers: The Edwardes Menu Company Ltd. GGA Image ID # 15a238a4b6

Notable Passengers Included: James Allen, Judge Walbridge A. Field, James Barney Marsh, Alexander McMillan, John C. Porter, John Codman Ropes.

Saloon Passengers

1. Mr. F. P. Adams
2. Mrs: Adams
3. Mr. E. E. Allen
4. Mr. James Allen (Note 1)
5. Mr. W. S. Appleton
6. Mr. O. H. Atochin
7. Mrs. Atochin
8. Mr. A. Beal
9. Mr. Bliss
10. Miss M. Brady
11. Mr. W. J. Bridgman
12. Mr. John Brown
13. Mrs. James B. Brown
14. Miss Alice F. Brown
15. Miss Edith B. Brown
16. Mr. F. S. Bryant
17. Mrs. Bryant
18. Mr. Burke
19. Mr. H. Burton
20. The Rev. Father Caddihy
21. Mr. J. F. Callahan
22. Mrs. Callahan
23. Rev. Cleary
24. Mr. L. W. Cook
25. Dr. Davies
26. Mrs. Dewey
27. Capt. G. W. Donald
28. Mrs. Dorr
29. Mr. Ellerton Dorr
30. Mr. Tileston Dorr
31. Mr. G. L. Draper
32. Mr. W. S. Edwards
33. Mr. G. W. Egerton
34. Judge Walbridge A. Field (Note 2)
35. Rev. Fogarty
36. Mr. B. B. Ford
37. Miss Annie J. Gill
38. Mrs. F. R. Going
39. Miss D. G. Going
40. Mr. James M. Gordon
41. Mrs. Gordon
42. Rev. J. T. Gulick
43. Master W. Gulick
44. Mr. H. C. Hayward
45. Mr. R. Hodson, Jr.
46. Mrs. Hodson
47. Rev. Hughes
48. Mrs. C. E. Humphrey
49. Mr. Ernest Jacoby
50. Miss Jones
51. Mr. Donald Kennedy
52. Miss Lamb
53. Miss Leonard
54. Mr. G. T. Mahoney
55. Miss Ada Martin
56. Mr. W. T. Martin
57. Mr. J. B. Marsh (Note 3)
58. Mrs. Marsh
59. Mr. P. D. Mason
60. Mrs. M. G. Mason
61. Miss M. G. Mason
62. Miss J. A. Mason
63. Mr. Daniel F. McAuliffe
64. Mr. Norman McLeod
65. Mr. Alexander McMillan (Note 4)
66. Miss Morgan
67. Mr. J. N. Morse
68. Miss Carrie E. Morse
69. Miss E. F. Munroe
70. Miss J. Murphy
71. Mr. W. J. Niles
72. Mr. A. S. Osborne
73. Mr. James Pinder
74. Mr. Francis Piper
75. Mr. John C. Porter (Note 5)
76. Mr. Quirk
77. Mr. L. N. Roberts
78. Mr. R. A. Robertson, and Friend
79. Mr. John C. Ropes (Note 6)
80. Rev. Scott
81. Mr. G. F. Shepley
82. Mr. John W. Smith
83. Mrs. Smith
84. Mr. Souther
85. Mr. H. Souther
86. Miss M. E. Stone
87. Rev. Father M. J. Supple
88. Mr. A. M. Thomas
89. Mr. Percy W. Thomson
90. Mr. J. L. Thomdike
91. Mr. W. S. Townsend
92. Mr. J. Walworth
93. Miss Welch
94. Miss Wilkins
95. Mrs. W. Willoughby

Passenger Notes

Note 1: James Allen (28 November 1864 – 24 January 1912) was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1902. It has been a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors.

Note 2: Walbridge Abner Field was an American lawyer, jurist and politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts, and as the Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.

Note 3: James Barney Marsh (1856–June 26, 1936) was an engineer and bridge designer born in North Lake, Wisconsin. He was a graduate of Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts in Ames. He is known for reinforced concrete arch bridges, which he holds a 1911 patent for, throughout the United States.

Note 4: Alexander Macmillan, (3 October 1818 – 26 January 1896), born in Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland. He was a cofounder, in 1843, with his brother Daniel of Macmillan Publishers. His family were crofters from the Isle of Arran.

Note 5: John Clinton Porter (April 4, c. 1871 – May 27, 1959) was a U.S. political figure. He served as the 33rd Mayor of Los Angeles between 1929 and 1933, and ran for re-election twice more but was defeated in 1933 by Frank L. Shaw and in 1941 by Fletcher Bowron. Porter was a senior member of the Ku Klux Klan (also known as the KKK) during its popular resurgence in the early 1920s

Note 6: John Codman Ropes (April 28, 1836 in St. Petersburg, Russia - October 28, 1899 in Boston, Massachusetts) was an American military historian and lawyer, and the co-founder of the law firm Ropes & Gray.

Leading British Hotels & Railway Announcements, 1888 Adorn the Back Cover of a Saloon Class Passenger List from the RMS Scythia of the Cunard Line Dated 30 August 1888. GGA Image ID # 15a2565616

Passenger List Information

RMS Scythia Saloon Passenger List, 30 August 1888

 

Description

A historically rich and visually captivating Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Scythia, departing 30 August 1888 from Liverpool to Boston under the command of Captain Roberts. This artifact is a testament to the golden age of transatlantic travel, crafted with exceptional detail by Waterlow & Sons, Limited, London Wall, London, and published by The Edwardes Menu Company Ltd.

The front cover features an intricate illustration, showcasing Victorian artistry, while the back cover highlights advertisements for leading British hotels and railways, offering a fascinating glimpse into the travel ecosystem of the late 19th century. Preserved in Good condition, this document is a rare collector's item, reflecting the prestige and sophistication of Cunard Line’s elite Saloon Class.

 

Notable VIP Travelers

1. James Allen (1864–1912)
   • Significance: A pioneering figure in the self-help movement, Allen’s philosophical works, including the seminal As a Man Thinketh, have inspired generations. His presence underscores the intellectual caliber of RMS Scythia’s passengers.
2. Judge Walbridge A. Field (1833–1899)
   • Significance: Esteemed Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and a former U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, Field's inclusion speaks to the legal and political prominence aboard this voyage.
3. James Barney Marsh (1856–1936)
   • Significance: Renowned for his revolutionary engineering work, particularly his patented reinforced concrete arch bridges, Marsh’s journey highlights the cross-pollination of innovation and infrastructure between continents.
4. Alexander Macmillan (1818–1896)
   • Significance: Co-founder of the prestigious Macmillan Publishers, Macmillan’s contributions to global literature and education make him a luminary of Victorian publishing history.
5. John Clinton Porter (1871–1959)
   • Significance: The 33rd Mayor of Los Angeles, Porter’s tenure during the Great Depression and his controversial association with the Ku Klux Klan make him a figure of political and social intrigue.
6. John Codman Ropes (1836–1899)
   • Significance: Co-founder of the renowned law firm Ropes & Gray and a distinguished military historian, Ropes epitomizes the intellectual elite of the late 19th century.

 

Contextual Notes

The RMS Scythia was a stalwart of the Cunard fleet, offering opulent accommodations and safe passage for the era's most prominent figures. This passenger list serves as a microcosm of the social, cultural, and intellectual currents of 1888, uniting business magnates, thought leaders, and political figures on a single voyage.

This passenger list is not merely a record of travelers; it is a tapestry of late Victorian society, rich with narratives of innovation, governance, and cultural legacy. The stunning cover illustration by Waterlow & Sons, paired with advertisements for leading British hotels and railways, makes it a centerpiece in our ephemera collection.

Artifacts such as this, which combine artistic craftsmanship and historical depth, are sought after by institutions, private collectors, and maritime historians. Its rarity, impeccable condition, and connection to luminaries of the time solidify its value as a treasured historical document.

This page captures the sophistication and enduring allure of Cunard’s Saloon Class voyages, embodying a blend of luxury, innovation, and historical significance.