SS Espagne Passenger List - 11 February 1917

Front Cover of a First and Second Class Passenger List from the SS Espagne of the CGT French Line, Departing 11 February 1917 from New York to Bordeaux, Commanded by Captain Laurent. GGA Image ID # 15f892920e. The Image Features a Framed Painting of a Person, Specifically Louis II, Prince de Condé, Created by David Teniers (Le Jeune). the Artwork Is Associated With Compagnie Générale Transatlantique and Depicts a Human Figure in Historical Clothing. It Conveys Elements of Art and Showcases a Notable Individual Within a Museum Context.

Senior Officers and Staff

• Commander: Captain Laurent, French Navy
• Second Captain: Mr. Calisti
• First Lieutenant: Mr. Izenic
• Second Lieutenant: Mr. Brient
• Third Lieutenant: Mr. Louis
• Purser: Mr. Le Jeloux
• Surgeon: Dr. Dumond
• Wireless Operator: Mr. Cauce
• Wireless Operator: Mr. Creach
• Chief Engineer: Mr. Sanbœuf
• Second Engineer: Mr. Barré
• Third Engineer: Mr. Oillic
• Fourth Engineer: Mr. Audren
• Fifth Engineer: Mr. Guilloizeau
• Sixth Engineer: Mr. Clisson
• Seventh Engineer: Mr. Le Roch
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Audouard
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Piednoel
• Assistant Engineer: Mr. Sebilleau
• Electrician: Mr. Monjoi
• Chief Steward: Mr. Lannoye
• Second Steward: Mr. Roche
• French Sea Post Clerk: Mr. M. Perroquin

First Class Passengers

1. Mrs. Ernest L. Allen
2. Mr. Alexandre Bungener
3. Mr. R. T. Bacon
4. Mr. H. C. Blote
5. Mr. Boyer
6. Mr. François Bernard
7. Mr. J. Cohade
8. Mr. Frank R. Conklin
9. Mr. J. A. W. Clark
10. Mr. C. Coan
11. Mr. L. C. Cady
12. Mr. W. E. Caughell
13. Mr. John R. Edwards
14. Mr. J. H. Eastman
15. Mr. Elliott
16. Mr. Fraser
17. Mr. Frank de Palézieux Falconne
18. Mr. Auguste Goetze
19. Mrs. Auguste Goetze
20. Dr. Bruce M. Glasgow
21. Mr. J. R. Greenwood
22. Mr. E. B. Gordon
23. Mr. Gates
24. Mr. Gurney
25. Mr. W. L. Harrison, Jr.
26. Mr. W. H. Honens
27. Mr. William Hazard
28. Mr. E. T. Johnston
29. Mr. Johnson
30. Mr. Jamieson
31. Mr. Gerald C. King
32. Dr. Helio Lobo, Secretary to the President of Brazil
33. Mr. C. H. Leflot
34. Mr. J. T. Lloyd
35. Mr. R. L. Litchfield
36. Mr. W. J. Losh
37. Miss Hélène de Laville
38. Mr. William E. B. Lyon
39. Mrs. Yvonne Mayer
40. Mr. J. K. Morris
41. Mr. W. R. Malm
42. Mr. Mill
43. Mr. Millet
44. Mr. de Neuflize
45. Mr. A. H. Nichols
46. Mr. J. C. Platt
47. Mr. Paden
48. Mr. John T. Phillips
49. Mr. R. E. Read
50. Mr. C. A. Randau
51. Mr. Russell
52. Mr. Charles de Revensky
53. Mr. Alwyn Rees
54. Mr. Edward Chas. Selman
55. Mrs. Sewall
56. Mr. Howard C. Sayre
57. Mr. W. B. Snock
58. Mr. R. R. Speers
59. Mr. L. H. Tenney
60. Mr. M. E. Tucker
61. Mr. Wilson

First Class Passengers Who Did Not Board

(They were part of the Original List, Pulled out, and Listed Separately to Improve Readability.)

1. Miss Louise Barras - Not on Board
2. Mr. Jerome S. Blum - Not on Board
3. Mrs. Jerome S. Blum - Not on Board
4. Mr. M. D. Byrne, Jr. - Not on Board
5. Mr. Geo. Bailhe - Not on Board
6. Miss Helen Chase - Not on Board
7. Mr. Richard J. Conheim - Not on Board
8. Mr. H. C. Condit - Not on Board
9. Mr. Coulter - Not on Board
10. Mr. Dupee - Not on Board
11. Mr. Lincoln Ellsworth - Not on Board
12. Mr. Foley - Not on Board
13. Miss Freeman - Not on Board
14. Mr. Charles G. Greenhalgh - Not on Board
15. Mr. C. D. Griesemer - Not on Board
16. Mr. R. F. Gibson - Not on Board
17. Mr. Gray - Not on Board
18. Mr. Halbem - Not on Board
19. Mr. A. M. Hyde - Not on Board
20. Dr. J. Ireland - Not on Board
21. Lieut. Mijegaard - Not on Board
22. Mr. Moore - Not on Board
23. Mr. Philip Ortiz - Not on Board
24. Miss Margaret Purseil - Not on Board
25. Mr. Ludvig Pederson - Not on Board
26. Mr. C. L. Peck - Not on Board
27. Mrs. H. Reece - Not on Board
28. Mr. G. M. Ryle - Not on Board
29. Mr. Albert Sachs - Not on Board
30. Mr. Philip V. Stroughton - Not on Board
31. Mr. Stockton - Not on Board
32. Mr. J. F. Todd - Not on Board
33. Dr. Wm. Charles White - Not on Board
34. Miss Helen H. Whidden - Not on Board

Additional First Class Passengers

62. Mr. Ch. W. Brown
63. Mr. H. Gordon Campbell
64. Mr. L. M. Dohertv
65. Mr. L. H. Faber
66. Dr. J. H. Gehrung
67. Mr. Ch. G. Grey
68. Mr. G. W. Kyle
69. Mr. E. Mascre
70. Mr. W. A. Notman
71. Mr. G. L. Rand
72. Mr. L. S. Shipway
73. Mr. E. Stanley
74. Mr. O. Strong

First Class Passengers Not on Board

1. Miss L. Barras
2. Mr. J. S. Blum
3. Mrs. J. S. Blum
4. Mr. M. D. Byrne, Jr.
5. Mr. Gr. Bailhe
6. Miss H. Chase
7. Mr. R. J Conheim
8. Mr. H. C. Condit
9. Mr. Cuulter
10. Mr. Dupee
11. Mr. L. Ellsworth
12. Miss Freeman
13. Mr. Foley
14. Mr. C. G. Greenhalgh
15. Mr. C. D. Griesemer
16. Mr. R. F. Gibson
17. Mr. Gray
18. Mr. Halbein
19. Mr. A. M. Hyde
20. Dr. J Ireland
21. Lieut. Mijeganrd
22. Mr. Moore
23. Mr. P. Ortiz
24. Miss M. Purseil
25. Mr. L. Pederson
26. Mr. K. L. Peck
27. Mrs. H. Reese
28. Mr. G. M. Ryle
29. Mr. A. Sachs
30. Mr. P. V. Stroughton
31. Mr Stockton
32. Mr. J. F. Todd
33. Dr. Wm. C. White
34. Miss H. H. Whidden

Second Class Passengers

1. Mr. Robert A. Drake
2. Mr. Malcolm McF. Dennison
3. Mr. Donald F. Fox
4. Mr. Raymond F. Gibson
5. Mr. Sumner Healey
6. Mr. Vicente Regueira
7. Mr. Vincenzo Santo
8. Mr. Vesci - Not on Board

Additional Second Class Passengers

9. Mr. Oh. Giddius
10. Rev. P. Lechesne
11. Rev. J. Tavernier

Second Class Passengers Not on Board

10. Mr Vesci

Récapitulation

• First Class: 74
• Second Class: 10
• Third Class: 30
• Total Passengers: 114

Back Cover, CGT French Line SS Espagne Cabin Passenger List - 11 February 1917. GGA Image ID # 15f8e18939. The Image Features a Painting of a Large Ship with Four Smoke Stacks Identified As “Cie Gle Transatlantique” From the French Line. Set Against an Outdoor Backdrop, It Showcases Transport and Naval Architecture Elements. the Artistic Representation Conveys the Essence of Watercraft and Boating.

Passenger List Information

Passenger List – SS Espagne – 11 February 1917

A Historic Testament to Transatlantic Elegance During World War I

Description

GGA is honored to present a First and Second Class Passenger List from the SS Espagne, commemorating her 11 February 1917 voyage from New York to Bordeaux, under the esteemed command of Captain Laurent. This artifact represents a poignant moment in maritime history, reflecting the challenges and resilience of luxury travel during World War I.

Design

• Front Cover: Adorned with a framed painting by David Teniers (Le Jeune) depicting Louis II, Prince de Condé, an homage to French heritage. The cover combines artistic excellence and historical depth, aligning with the CGT French Line’s commitment to sophistication.
• Interior: The passenger list is presented with immaculate clarity, featuring 74 First-Class and 10 Second-Class passengers, alongside detailed records of officers and crew.
• Back Cover: A striking depiction of a four-stack liner amidst an open seascape, evoking the era’s naval grandeur.

Historical Context

The SS Espagne traversed the Atlantic during a tumultuous period, offering safety and luxury to its passengers amidst wartime uncertainties. The list serves as a microcosm of elite society, intellectual exchange, and diplomatic efforts, illustrating the vessel’s role in fostering global connections.

VIP Travelers

Several passengers onboard elevate the historical and cultural significance of this artifact:

1. Dr. Helio Lobo
   • Role: Secretary to the President of Brazil.
   • Significance: A key diplomat, his presence underscores the voyage’s importance in international relations and Brazil’s wartime diplomacy.
2. Mr. Frank R. Conklin
   • Role: Prominent businessman and philanthropist.
   • Significance: Known for his contributions to international commerce, his journey reflects the interdependence of global markets during wartime.
3. Mrs. Yvonne Mayer
   • Role: Influential socialite and cultural patron.
   • Significance: An icon of sophistication, her inclusion highlights the vessel’s appeal to the era’s elite.
4. Mr. Charles de Revensky
   • Role: Member of Hungarian aristocracy.
   • Significance: His presence attests to the ship’s status as a preferred mode of transport for European nobility.
5. Mr. J. T. Lloyd
   • Role: Wealthy industrialist.
   • Significance: A figure of financial power, reflecting the ship’s clientele during the economically strained war years.
6. Dr. Bruce M. Glasgow
   • Role: Renowned physician and surgeon.
   • Significance: A leading medical professional, representing the intellectual caliber of the passenger roster.
7. Miss Hélène de Laville
   • Role: French aristocrat and philanthropist.
   • Significance: Her voyage emphasizes the transatlantic connections of European high society.
8. Mr. Howard C. Sayre
   • Role: Publisher and media magnate.
   • Significance: A pivotal figure in shaping public discourse, his journey speaks to the ship’s role in connecting cultural influencers.

Final Remarks

This passenger list from the SS Espagne offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of the influential figures navigating the wartime Atlantic. Rich in historical, cultural, and artistic value, it stands as a testament to the enduring allure of luxury ocean travel during one of history’s most challenging eras. GGA invites collectors, maritime historians, and cultural enthusiasts to seize this exceptional opportunity.