TSS Rotterdam Passenger List - 25 July 1908
Front Cover of a Cabin Class Passenger List for the SS Rotterdam of the Holland-America Line, Departing Saturday, 25 July 1908 from Rotterdam to New York via Boulogne-sur-Mer, Commanded by Commodore F. H. Bonjer, Lt. RNR. GGA Image ID # 15c61984cc
Front Side: Picture Postcard of the Holland-America Line TSS Rotterdam. 24,170 Tons Register. 37,190 Tons Displacement. Postally Used on 1 May 1909. US Postage One Cent Stamp Affixed. GGA Image ID # 15c393757a (For Illustration Purposes Only)
Back Side: Picture Postcard of the Holland-America Line TSS Rotterdam. GGA Image ID # 15c3a3ce4b (For Illustration Purposes Only)
List of Officers
- Commander: Commodore F. H. Bonjer, Lieut. R. N. R., Commander
- Chief Officer: De Jong
- Chief-Engineer: Edixhoven
- Purser: v. Wyk
- Chief-Steward: Janssen
- Physician: Kelly
First Cabin Passengers
- Mr. M. Ackermann
- Mrs. M. Ackermann
- Mast. Herbert Ackermann
- Mrs. A. C Angell
- Miss Sarah Angell
- Mrs. Hastings Arnold and Maid
- Rev. Geo W. Atkinson
- Mrs. Geo W. Atkinson
- Mr. Harry Barber
- Mr. F. E. Barnard
- Mrs. F. E. Barnard
- Mr. R. v. d. Baumen
- Mrs. Thos. D Bell
- Miss L. Bernard
- Miss A. Birge
- Mrs. Arthur W. Birkins
- Mast. Arthur R. Birkins
- Mrs. Jeanne Blum
- Mr. Fred. Bode
- Miss Ida Frances Bode
- Mr. Fred. Bonner
- Mrs. Fred. Bonner
- Mr. Chas. Bosworth
- Miss Clarie Brewer
- Mr. James T. Brister
- Mrs. James T. Brister
- Mr. Chas J. Brister
- Miss Bessie F. Brister
- Mrs. A. B. Caldwell
- Mast. Ferris Caldwell
- Mr. W. J. Cassady
- Mrs. W. J. Cassady
- Mrs. R. B. Cate
- Mrs. Evelyn Choate
- Mr. Wm H. Chorosch
- Mr. M. Clifton
- Mr. F. B. Coates
- Mr. M. Lester Coffeen
- Mrs. M. Lester Coffeen
- Mr. J. H. Cohn
- Mr. H. B. Corner
- Mrs. H. B. Corner
- Dr. M. R. Crain
- Mrs. M. R. Crain
- Mr. Robert S. Crocker
- Mrs. Robert S. Crocker
- Mr. Carleton Curtis
- Mr. C. Braxton Dallam
- Mrs. F. G. Dalziel and Maid
- Mrs. Mabelle Densmore
- Mr. John Drury
- Mrs. Henriette M. Dwight
- Mrs. Josephine Fleischer
- Mrs. Joseph A. Flynn
- Mrs. Mary Jones Flynn
- Mr. E. Fokker
- Mr. F. W. Foltz
- Mr. Andrew F. Fulton
- Mrs. David Gaines
- Mrs. Thomas Gaines
- Mr. John Marshall Gest
- Mr. Frans van Gilse
- Rev. H. J. Goebel
- Mr. Lafayette A. Goldstone
- Mrs. Lafayette A. Goldstone
- Miss Mary W. Goss
- Mr. W. B. Gottlieb
- Mr. W. H. Hagen
- Mrs. W. H. Hagen
- Mrs. John Haire
- Mr. Wm. Bayard Hale
- Mr. H. Hammersdorf
- Mrs. H. Hammersdorf
- Mr. E. C. Harris
- Mrs. E. C. Harris
- Miss Edith Harris
- Mr. J. Hartevelt Azn
- Mr. C. Augustus Haviland
- Mrs. C. Augustus Haviland
- Mr. M. Hefti
- Mr. F. C. V. Held
- Mr. M. C. Hewlett
- Mrs. M. C. Hewlett
- Mr. Adolph Hirsch
- Mrs. Adolph Hirsch
- Mr. M. Hochschild
- Mrs. M. Hochschild
- 'Mr. A E. Holbrook
- Mrs. A. E. Holbrook
- Mrs. Leigh Hunt
- Miss Helen Leigh Hunt
- Mrs. Josephine Janis
- Miss Elsie Janis
- Mr. Jewel
- Mrs. Anna Jewel
- Mr. Spencer Kellogg Jr.
- Mrs. Spencer Kellogg Jr.
- Miss Ruth Kellogg
- Miss Lois Kellogg
- Mr. C. Knapper
- Mrs. Augustus Knight
- Miss Sarah Knight
- Mr. Milton Lathum
- ’Miss Edith Lathum
- Rev. Wm. H. Lewis
- Mrs. Wm. H. Lewis
- Dr. Alf. T. Livingston
- Mr. Leopold Louis
- Mr. A. Marx
- Mrs. A. Marx
- Mr. D. H. C. Mason
- Dr. Philip B. Matz
- Mr. Albert McCullough
- Mrs. Albert McCullough
- Mr. Walter McEwan
- Mrs. Walter McEwan
- Miss Mary B. Merrill
- Mr. H. E. Miller
- Mrs. H. E. Miller
- Miss Miller
- Mr. Wm. C. Mott
- Mrs. Wm. C. Mott
- Mrs. D. I. Myers
- Dr. Ida C. Nahm
- Mrs. Chas. A Newhall
- Mrs. A. V. Nicholson
- Mr. Ludwig Nissen
- Mrs. Ludwig Nissen
- Mr. J. Bennett Nolan
- Mrs. J. Bennett Nolan
- Mrs. Fred. Pabst
- Mr. L. E. Panneton
- Mrs. L. E. Panneton
- Miss Jeanne Panneton
- Miss Georgia Parroth
- Mr. Clarence Payne
- Mrs. A. L. Perkins
- Mr. F. A. Perkins
- Mr. Arthur G. Peris
- Miss E. Peters
- Mr. dal Piaz
- Mrs. dal Piaz
- Miss Elisabeth A. Plankinton
- Mrs. Mary Preston
- Mr. Zoe C. Price
- Miss Zoe C. Price
- Mr. Charles Rebholz
- Mast. Charles Rebholz
- Mr. Waldo S. Reed
- Mr. W. W. Reilley
- Mr. Wm. S. Richardson
- Miss Richardson
- Mr. Fred. Richardson Kirkland
- Mr. Henry Welsh Rogers
- Mrs. Henry Welsh Rogers
- Mr. H. W. Rokker
- Mrs. H. W. Rokker
- Miss Irene Rossiter
- Mr. Michel Schaap
- Mr. S. Schiller
- Mrs. S. Schiller
- Mast. J. B. Schiller
- Rev. S. J. Schramm
- Mr. Edward A. Scott
- Rev. C. O. Scoville
- Mr. A. B. See
- Mrs. A. B. See
- Mr. Alva B. See
- Mr. G. L. Shearer
- Mrs. G. L. Shearer
- Miss Julia Shearer and Maid
- Mr. Win, B. E. Shufeldt
- Mast. Henry H. Shufeldt
- Mr. Frank Simpson
- Mrs. Frank Simpson
- Mr. Mastin Simpson
- Rev. F. S. Smithen Jr.
- Mrs. F. S. Smithen Jr.
- Mr. Arthur Stanford
- Mr. Wm. Kuper Stevens
- Mrs. J. Stewart
- Miss Violet Stewart
- Mr. A. M. Stewart
- Mr. J. S. Stillwell
- Mrs. J. S. Stillwell
- Mrs. Wm. Stoelker
- Dr. Henry Stoesser
- Mrs. J. C. Stuart
- Miss Fanniebelle V. Stuart
- Mr. P. F. Sullivan
- Mr. L. A. Swope
- Mrs. L. A. Swope
- Mr. James G. Tinsley
- Mrs. James G. Tinsley
- Miss L. Tinsley
- Miss C. Tinsley
- Mr. Graham F. Thompson
- Mr. August Uihlein
- Mrs. August Uihlein
- Miss Paula Uihlein
- Mrs. R. M. Valentine
- Miss Agnes L. Valentine
- Miss Hildegard L. Valentine
- Prof. A C. Visser v. Yzendoorn
- Rev. J. J. Vogt
- Mrs. A. Wallace
- Miss K. Wallace
- Mr. I. W. Walton
- Mrs. I. W. Walton
- Miss Gladis Walton
- Miss Gertrud L. Walton
- Miss Marg. Walton
- Mr. F. H. Ward
- Mr. Louis van Weel
- Miss M. A. Wendel
- Miss E. V. Wendel
- Mr. Leo Wenk
- Mrs. Leo Wenk
- Mr. S. van Wezel
- Mrs. S. van Wezel
- Mr. H. L. Whitney
- Mrs. H. L. Whitney
- Mr. Judson Williams
- Mrs. Judson Williams
- Mr. James J. Wolf
- Mrs. James J. Wolf
- Miss Marjorie Wood
Back Cover of a Cabin Class Passenger List for the SS Rotterdam of the Holland-America Line, Departing Saturday, 25 July 1908 from Rotterdam to New York via Boulogne-sur-Mer. GGA Image ID # 17c3060ab6
Second Class Passengers
- Mr. Michael Adam
- Mrs. Michael Adam
- Miss G. R. Altschuler
- Mr. Jean Andes
- Mrs. Anna Angel and Infant
- Mast. Salmen Angel
- Mast. Leon Angel
- Miss Frieda Angel
- Mr. Charles Arnold
- Mr. Peter Auchstetter
- Mrs. Peter Auchstetter
- Rev. Jos. P. van Baast
- Mr. Marcel Banneville
- Mrs. Marcel Banneville
- Mr. Meier Bauk
- Mr. John Becker
- Mr. Cornelius Beeling
- Mrs. Ida Bercovici and Child
- Mr. Louis Berets
- Mrs. Louis Berets
- Miss Henr. Berets
- Mast. A. and Miss L. Berets
- Mr. John H. Berns
- Mr. R. Beukinga
- Mrs. R. Beukinga
- Mast. H. Beukinga
- Miss M. Beste
- Mr. Anton Beste
- Mr. C. Birmond
- Mrs. C. Birmond
- Mrs. Stella Blackwell
- Mr. W. H. Blumenstein
- Mast. Albert Blumenstein
- Mr. E. F. Boerma
- Mr. Jos. Bohmte
- Mr. Philipp Bonenberger
- Mr. Charles Braatz
- Mrs. Charles Brand
- Mr. Kasper Brens
- Mr. James Riggs Brewster
- Miss Agnes Bruser
- Mr. K. de Bruyn
- Mrs. K. de Bruyn
- Miss Jay Buchsbaum
- Mr. C. O. Carlson
- Mr. Sroel Chwatschuk
- Mr. C P. Clarys
- Mr. Josef Cohn
- Mr. J. C. Cremer
- Mr. Ignacy Dalberg
- Mr. Wm. J. Davies
- Mr. A. J. Dernison
- Mr. C. Donker
- Mr. Mario Duus
- Miss Christine Duus
- Mr. Arnold van Dyk
- Mr. H. G. Ellermann
- Mr. Heinr. Ens
- Mrs. Heinr. Ens
- Mr. Fred. Eversman
- Miss Irene Fosselman
- Mr. Julius Fraenkel
- Mr. W. Fransen
- Mr. Chr. Frey
- Mr. Nathan Frey
- Mr. Wm. E Freye
- Miss Emilie Fritz
- Mr. Geo H. Froehlich
- Mrs. Geo H. Froehlich
- Mr. Jacob Gayer
- Mrs. Jacob Gayer
- Mast. Emil Gayer
- Miss Helen Gayer
- Mr. Leon Gelbert
- Mr. H. W. Gieske
- Mr. Josef Gleich
- Mr. A. B. Gloster
- Mrs. Blume Grinbaum
- Mast. Scheye Grinbaum
- Mr. A. Grosfield
- Mrs. A. Grosfield
- Mast. Chas. Grosfield
- Mr. Lambert Guenther
- Miss Erna F. Hahn
- Miss Frieda E. Hahnel
- Mr. John N. Harr
- Mr. Jean Heintel
- Miss A. P. v. d. Heuvel
- Mr. Georg Hoffmann
- Mr. Gustav Hornig
- Mr. George T. Houze
- Mr. Eugene Howard
- Mr. Willie Howard
- Mr. Thomas Huisman
- Mr. Moses Itzkowitz
- Mrs. Chiena Jawitz
- Miss Freida Jawitz
- Mast. Michal Jawitz
- Mr. Georg Keik
- Mrs. Georg Keik
- Mrs. Augusta Kennedy
- Miss Josephine Kern
- Mr. G. G. Klapwyk
- Miss Marie Klussmann
- Mrs. Dorothea Koester
- Mrs. Sarah Koniger
- Miss Yoonne Koniger
- 'Miss Renee Koniger
- Mrs. C. Krische
- Miss B. Krische
- Mr. Abr. Land
- Mr. Corn. Land
- Mr. Sigmund Lerescu
- Miss Anna Lerescu
- Mr. Laszlo Lesanics
- Mrs. Chaie Sore Lew
- Mast. Abram Lew
- Miss Munche Lew
- Mr. Joh. v. d. Linden
- Mrs. Joh. v. d. Linden
- Mr. R. C. E. Lintner
- Mr. John Luchsinger
- Mrs. Hannah Mandel
- Mr. Hermann Meinecke
- Mrs. Lena Meinecke
- Mr. Chaim M. Mesch
- Mr. W. F. Metzkes
- Mrs. W. F. Metzkes
- Mr. Adam P. D. Meyer
- Mrs. Adam P. D. Meyer
- Mr. Jan Mulder
- Mr. Nies Mulder
- Miss Y. Muntingh
- Mr. T. A. Nienhuis
- Miss Clasina Nieuwland
- Mr. A. Noot
- Mrs. A. Noot
- Miss Rosa Obaidin
- Mrs. Jas. O’Neill and Infant
- Mrs. A. I. Ott
- Mast. Ernst Ott
- Miss Rosa Ott
- Miss Fannie Pauli
- Mr. G. J. Perdaems
- Miss Rose Petz
- Mr. Anton Petz
- Mr. Martin Plage
- Mrs. Martin Plage
- Mr. Julius Plucker
- Miss Adele Plucker
- Rev. Josef Pluymakers
- Miss Anna Polacek
- Mr. John Pruissers
- Mr. Tjark Reininga
- Mast. Jenny Reininga
- Mr. G. J. Reinio
- Mrs. G. J. Reinio
- Miss Clara Ricklin
- Dr. Jacob Roth
- Mr. Fred. Rypsam
- Mr. Hylarius Schafer
- Mrs. Hylarius Schafer
- Mrs. Geo A. Schmitt
- Miss Helen Schmitt
- Mrs. C. Schonnmann
- Miss Sonie Schonnmann
- Mr. C. H. Schulte
- Mrs. C. H. Schulte
- Mr. F. R. Schultze
- Mrs. F. R. Schultze
- Mr. Frank Schwartz
- Mr. Frank H. Schwarze
- Mr. C. C. Scott
- Miss Jennie Sisson
- Mr. G. S. Smith
- Mr. A. M. Smith
- Mr. A. M. Smith
- Mr. Gustav von Sperl
- Mr. Chas. Swanson
- Mr. Szczyglinski
- Mrs. Szczyglinski
- Mr. Alban Thierfelder
- Mrs. Alban Thierfelder
- Miss Martha F. Thierfelder
- Mr. Jacob Tschumi
- Mr. Naft Tzap
- Mrs. Naft Tzap
- Miss Sonie Tzap
- Miss Rose Tzap
- Mr. Johan v. Valkenburg
- Mrs. M. Vanderley
- Miss Mary Vanderley
- Mast. Albert Vanderley
- Miss G. Verkou
- Mr. Albert van Vliet
- Mr. C. Voelker
- Mr. Frank Vogt
- Mrs. Elisabeth Vogt
- Mrs. Wilhelmina Vogt and child
- Miss Sofia Vogt
- Mr. G. J. Voogd
- Mrs. G. J. Voogd
- Miss Annie Voogd
- Miss Elis P. Voogd
- Mast. A. W. H. Voogd
- Mr. Abr. Voorhaar
- Mr. H. Russell Voohees
- Miss Terezia Wachtel
- Miss Iren Wachtel
- Mr. G. Wagemakers
- Mr. Peter J. Wahl
- Mr. Emil Weiss
- Mrs. Emil Weiss
- Mast. Georg Weiss
- Mr. Rudolf Weys
- Mr. Ed. Wise
- Mrs. Ed. Wise
- Mr. K. Winters
- Mrs. K. Winters
- Miss Joh. C. Winters
- Mast. Joh. Winters
- Mrs. E. L. Wittneben
- Mr. Erich Woythaler
- Mr. Johan Zielezinsky
- Mrs. Anna Zimany
- Mr. J. Zimmermann
Fleet of the Holland-America Line
- Twin screw Steamship “Nieuw Amsterdam”
- Twin screw Steamship “Noordam”
- Twin screw Steamship “Ryndam”
- Twin screw Steamship “Potsdam”
- Twin screw Steamship “Statendam”
Ranging from 10,500 to 17,500 tons net register, and the New Twin Screw Steamship “Rotterdam” of 24,170 tons Register, 37,190 tons Displacement.
All steamships are of enormous tonnage, and splendidly equipped for the safety and comfort of passengers. They are all provided with the latest improvements, have bilge keels, superb decks, halls, saloons and large staterooms, and are fitted with the Marconi system for wireless telegraphy and the Submarine Signal Receiving Apparatus. They carry the U. S. and Royal Netherlands Mails and maintain a regular weekly service between New York and Rotterdam, stopping both ways at Boulogne-sur-Mer for the landing and embarking of passengers.
For full information, sailings, and rates, apply to the General Passenger Agencies of the Holland-America Line, or to its local agents.
Information for Passengers
Berths and Staterooms should be reserved as soon as possible in order to secure the most favorable location, especially during the summer season, when all available rooms are usually engaged considerable time (sometimes months) previous to departure of the steamship. When applying for accommodations, e-ither by mail or telegraph, the name of steamship, date of departure, number and sex of passengers, and desired class of accommodations, should be stated.
Berths are not considered engaged unless secured by paying a deposit of $ 25.00 per berth for the first cabin and $ 10.00 per berth for the second cabin accommodations The balance of passage money must be paid not later than two weeks before sailing; if this has not been paid on or before that time, the Company reserves the right to resell the allotted accommodations. Deposit moneys are refunded only if notice of cancellation is given not later than two weeks before sailing.
Passengers who do not sail on steamship for which they have engaged accommodations or purchased a ticket, will forfeit fifty percent of the passage money, unless notice is given not later than two weeks previous to sailing.
Return and Prepaid Tickets entitle holders to passage only during the season and for the accommodations for which they have been issued. If used at any other season or for other accommodations than the face value indicates, holders will be required to make additional payment, or will be refunded any eventual difference in accordance with rates and rules in effect.
Return or Prepaid Tickets are good for one year from date of issue and are not transferable. Upon application to one of the Company’s Passenger Offices, they may be extended by paying the difference between the rate in effect at the date of issue and time of sailing, in accordance with the conditions on passage contract.
Return Accommodations may be secured through the Company’s Passenger Offices or Agents. They should be engaged when securing berths for the outward trip, or as soon thereafter as possible. If a passenger is prevented from sailing on a steamship for which return accommodations have been secured, a transfer to an earlier or later steamship can be made by applying to either of the Company’s Offices or Agencies, provided application for the transfer be made not later than two weeks previous to departure of the steamship on which berths had originally been reserved.
If Unused Return Tickets are offered for cancellation, the amount paid for the round trip, less full outgoing fare and agent’s commission, will be refunded against delivery of the return certificate to one of the Company’s General Passenger Offices after authorisation has been received from Company’s General Passenger Office at Rotterdam.
Through Checking of Baggage for Paris. — Baggage of cabin passengers from New York, to Paris via Boulogne-sur-Mer, can be checked through at our docks in Hoboken before embarkation.
All Baggage should be forwarded so as to be delivered at Company’s dock not later than one hour before departure of the steamship. If the baggage is sent in advance, passengers will please inform the HOLLAND-AMERICA Line, by letter stating by what Railroad or Express Company the baggage has been forwarded, whether anything is to be paid for passengers’ account upon receipt of said baggage and by what steamship passengers intend to leave. The baggage must be claimed from the baggagemaster on the pier previous to embarkation, in order to prevent errors.
No baggage will be forwarded unless appropriately labeled and entered in the baggage manifest on the dock.
Steamer Trunks should not be higher than 13 inches, and of the usual width and length, so that they can be placed under the berth or sofa in the stateroom.
Larger Pieces of Baggage are not permitted in the staterooms, but are stowed away in the baggage hold.
All pieces of baggage destined for staterooms must be marked “wanted”, those for baggage hold “not wanted,” and must bear passenger’s name, destination, number of berth and name of steamship; tags may be had at all Company’s offices and agencies or, on board, from the Purser. Eastbound Passengers from the interior should have their baggage checked to the HOLLAND-AMERICA LINE dock, Hoboken, N. J., by the baggage express agent on the train, previous to arrival in New York, Jersey City, etc.
Custom House Examination. — The baggage of passengers leaving the steamship at Boulogne-sur-Mer, will be examined by the French Custom House officers at the Gare Maritime at said port, or, if checked through to Paris in New-York or on board, on arrival at Paris. The examination by the Holland Custom House officials will take place either on board, two or three hours previous to arrival at Rotterdam, or at the Hook of Holland, at the new pier of the HOLLAND-AMERICA LINE, built at the “Hook” in 1903, and which pier may be used as a landing place for passengers and their baggage whenever tide or other circumstances may prevent the steamship from proceeding at once to Rotterdam.
Orders for Delivery of baggage free of charge at the railway depots in Rotterdam and Boulogne-sur*Mer are taken by Company’s employees on board the ship or at the Hook of Holland.
Bicycles, provided properly crated, will be taken as baggage at owner’s risk, at a fixed rate.
Steamer Chairs, of improved construction, may be rented at the different offices of the Company, or on the dock, for one trip, at a fixed rate.
Valuables may be placed in the custody of the Purser during the voyage, without, however, any guarantee or responsibility on the part of the Company. Inflammable or explosive articles are not allowed on board. SS Rotterdam and “Nieuw Amsterdam” are provided with a safe deposit which is at the disposal of passengers.
Arms must be surrendered to the purser during the voyage.
Seats at Table. — Seats at table are allotted immediately after sailing.
Mail will be accepted by the Purser after leaving New York and forwarded by pilot from Sandy Hook, without responsibility for proper mailing, however, on the part of the Company. Letters or postcards to be posted at Boulogne-sur-Mer should be put in the mailbag which will be hung in due time in a convenient place. Passengers are requested to put their letters etc. in the mailbag themselves.
Stamps, stationery, postal cards, cable and telegraph blanks can be obtained from the saloon steward.
Letters and Telegrams. — The Company is willing to accept letters or telegrams for passengers to be delivered on board on arrival or departure, without assuming, however, any responsibility for their proper delivery. The name of the passenger should, be distinctly written, also the name of the steamship on which passengers travel. Undelivered letters are returned to the Post Office.
Money. — Money of the United States or of European countries is accepted on board the steamships of the HOLLAND AMERICA LINE in payment of all bills, at fixed rates of Exchange. Foreign moneys are bought and sold at current rates at the Company’s Offices in Europe.
Track Chart and Abstract of Log (Unused) for the SS Rotterdam, 25 July 1908. GGA Image ID # 17c3f9c35b
Back Cover of a Cabin Class Passenger List for the SS Rotterdam of the Holland-America Line, Departing Saturday, 25 July 1908 from Rotterdam to New York via Boulogne-sur-Mer. GGA Image ID # 17c48e212c. Back Cover has some staining and discolorization.
Passenger List Information
Item Description:
An original Cabin Class passenger list for the TSS Rotterdam, documenting its transatlantic voyage departing 25 July 1908 from Rotterdam to New York via Boulogne-sur-Mer. This document reflects the elegance and historical significance of early 20th-century maritime travel, including the roster of passengers and crew, ship specifications, and period-specific design elements.
Key Features:
- Date of Voyage: 25 July 1908.
- Route: Rotterdam to New York, stopping at Boulogne-sur-Mer.
- Associated Vessel: TSS Rotterdam, a Holland-America Line flagship with impressive specifications: 24,170 tons register and 37,190 tons displacement. Commanded by Commodore F. H. Bonjer, Lt. RNR.
- Contents: Includes a full passenger roster, senior officers and crew directory, voyage track chart, and abstract of log.
Historical and Design Highlights:
- The TSS Rotterdam was a symbol of Holland-America Line’s dominance in transatlantic travel during the early 20th century, providing luxurious accommodations and reliable service.
- The passenger list features elegant typography and layout consistent with Edwardian-era design, emphasizing the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the time.
- The included track chart and abstract of log (unused) enhance its historical and collectible value, offering insight into maritime navigation and voyage planning.
- Reflects the broader themes of migration, luxury travel, and technological innovation during a pivotal era in global history.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers):
- Mrs. Hastings Arnold: Accompanied by her maid, symbolizing the luxurious lifestyle of transatlantic travelers.
- Rev. Geo. W. Atkinson: Prominent clergyman reflecting the era's emphasis on religious leadership.
- Miss Elsie Janis: Celebrated actress and vaudeville performer, known as "The Sweetheart of the American Expeditionary Forces."
- Mr. Spencer Kellogg Jr.: Heir to the Kellogg family fortune, significant in the development of the American industrial landscape.
- Mrs. Fred. Pabst: Of the Pabst Brewing Company family, a name synonymous with American brewing history.
- Mrs. Leigh Hunt: A literary figure with ties to prominent social circles of the time.
- Prof. A. C. Visser van Yzendoorn: Esteemed academic contributing to Dutch cultural heritage.
- Miss Elisabeth A. Plankinton: Member of a prominent Milwaukee family tied to philanthropy and commerce.
Historical Significance:
- This document captures the TSS Rotterdam’s role in connecting continents during a time of significant migration and tourism.
- Reflects the social stratification and opulence of ocean liner travel in the Edwardian era.
- Provides valuable genealogical information for descendants of passengers and maritime historians researching Holland-America Line operations.
Appeal:
- Genealogists: Ideal for tracing family histories tied to this historic voyage.
- Maritime Historians: Offers insights into Holland-America Line’s fleet and early 20th-century transatlantic travel.
Conclusion:
This passenger list is a rare artifact embodying the elegance and historical significance of early 20th-century maritime travel. This piece offers a tangible link to the golden age of ocean liners and the rich stories of those who sailed aboard them.
