RMS Adriatic Passenger List - 14 November 1919
First Class Passenger List for the RMS Adriatic of the White Star Line, Departing Friday, 14 November 1919 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain J. B. Ranson. GGA Image ID # 13b8dadc9b
Senior Officers and Staff
- Commander: Captain J. B. Ranson, O.B.E., Lt.-Com. R.N.R. (Retd.)
- Surgeon: J. C. H. Beaumont
- Assistant Surgeon: Douglas D. Macrae
- Purser: C. B. Lancaster L.R.C.P. & S. (Edin. & Glas.)
- Chief Steward: S. Tweedie
First Class Passengers
- Mr. Thomas J. Allan
- Mrs. Allan
- Mr. E. A. Altmayer
- Mrs. Douglas Anderson
- Mr. C. E. Arden
- Mr. Dario Arguelles
- Mrs. Arguelles
- Master D. Arguelles
- Master Calisto Arguelles
- Miss Concepcion Arguelles
- Mr. L. Aristizabad
- Lady Ashburton
- Mrs. Walter Ayres
- Mr. Robert L. Bacharach
- Mr. John S. Backman
- Mr. J: H. Bagley
- Mr. H. R. Bailey
- Mrs. Bailey
- Miss H. Bailey
- Mr. R. C. Baker
- Mr. Cesare Barbieri
- Miss Amy Barton
- Bishop W. W. Beckett
- Mr. Walter Bent
- Miss Irene Bertie
- Col. Nicholas Biddle
- Miss A. C. Bogle
- Mrs. George G. Bourne
- Mr. Charles H. Boyle
- Mr. John R. Bradlee
- Mrs. Bradlee
- Miss Sabra Bradlee
- Mrs. M. A. Brennan
- Mr. Albert Breton
- Rev. Dr. Arthur J. Brown
- Mrs. Brown
- Mr. R. G. Bruce
- Mrs. Bruce
- Mr. Charles Bruggeman
- Mrs. Bryce and Maid
- Mr. F. L. Buckley
- Comte F. de Buisseret
- Mr. Hem y Buker
- Mr. William Burleigh
- Mr. W. E. Burlock
- Mr. Douglas Burnett
- Captain W. A. Burton
- Mrs. Burton
- Miss F. M. Cable
- Mr. Norman W. Cabot
- Mrs. Cabot
- Mr. J. H. Callender
- Mr. G. Campbell
- Mr. J. H. Campbell
- Mr. R. T. Cannock
- Mr. L. Carley
- Mr. E. T. Carpenter
- Mrs. Carpenter
- Major Case
- Mrs. Case
- Mrs. Mary B. Cash
- Mr. C. H. Cleveland
- Mrs. Cleveland
- Mr. T. F. Cobbs
- Mrs. Cobbs
- Mr. L. Coghill
- Mr. Charles S. Colby
- Captain E. D. Cole
- Mr. E. B. Collins
- Mr. R. D. Conner
- Miss Alice Page Converse
- Mr. Harry G. Cook
- Mr. S. Cooper
- Miss Margaret L. Cope
- Mr. G. R. Cottrelle
- Mrs. R. W. Craig
- Captain J. S. Critchley
- Mr. Harry Cunningham
- Miss Irene Daly
- Mr. T. G. Dean
- Mr. Rafael De la Cova
- Mr. D. Dick
- Mr. Albert C. Dodge
- Mrs. Dodge
- Miss Eleanor D. Dodge
- Mr. Irving E. Doob
- Mrs. E. R. Dorrance
- Mr. Henry Ogden Du Bois
- Mr. Robert Duchesne
- Mrs. K. J. Duff
- Mrs. Dunham and Child
- Mr. C. L. Dutreil
- Sir Joseph Duveen and Manservant
- Lady Duveen and Maid
- Mrs. J. Dyer
- Miss E. M. Ellis
- Mr. Wallace B. Ellis
- Mrs. Leon Errol
- Mrs. Agnes D. Exton
- Mr. G. W. Fairchild
- Mr. Guiseppe Fantoni
- Mr. Irving P. Favor
- Mr. M. Federman
- Mr. E. H. Finch
- Mr. Walter S. Finlay
- Mr. James Fisher
- Mr. Francis C. Foard
- Mr. George Forest
- Mrs. Forest
- Mr. Clarence Frank
- Mr. C. A. Gaines
- Mr. George A. Galliver
- Mrs. Galliver
- Mrs. L. F. Garrod
- Mr. George Gibbs
- Mr. G. H. Gillespie
- Mrs. Gillespie
- Dr. Gilruth
- Miss Meta Glass
- Mr. C. J. D. Goldie
- Mr. James E. Gowen
- Mrs. D. S. Graham
- Miss Dorothy Graham
- Mr. Marion Green
- Mr. William Griffiths
- Miss Sybil Gukes
- Gunby, Mr. Frank M
- Gutman, Mr. Leo
- Hadley, Mr. Art
- Haldeman, Mr. B. F
- Mr. Charles H. Hall
- Mrs. Hall
- Mrs. Louis Hamburger
- Mr. Walter C. Hamm
- Mr. George U. Hammond
- Mrs. Mortimer Hancock
- Mr. Harry Hardy
- Mr. Solomon Harman
- Mrs. Harman
- Mr. A. A. Harris
- Mr. J. Laurence Harris
- Dr. C. Hatfield
- Major Haynes
- Mr. T. W. Henderson
- Mrs. Henderson
- Mrs. B. L. Herman
- Mr. A. Hilliard
- Mrs. Hilliard
- Mr. T. M. Hilliard
- Mr. Arthur S. Hillyer
- Mr. Alfred Hinds
- Commander Hobbs
- Mrs. B. D. Hobbs
- Mrs. E. Gowen Hood
- Mrs. G. Hope-Johnstone
- Mr. G. L. Houston
- Mr. Walter L. Hubbel
- Capt. C. A. P. Hulls, M.C
- Mrs. Dorothy C. Hurd
- Mr. F. C. Hurt
- Mr. G. F. James
- Mr. M. M. James
- Mr. Paul Jaulus
- Mr. Dean Jay
- Mr. Waldemar Kaempffert
- Hon. B. S. Kamat
- Mrs. Kaufman
- Mr. Joseph M. Kelly
- Mr. B. W. Kendall
- Miss Louise Kissel
- Miss M. Klitz
- Mr. Felix Klugmann
- Mrs. Florence Koehler
- Mr. M. W. Kribbs
- Mr. Walter D. Lane
- Mr. Henry Leeuw
- Mr. L. de Lemlard
- Miss M. Leslie
- Mr. David B. Levi
- Captain Levy
- Mr. A. T. Leyden
- Mr. Alfred F. Lichtenstein
- Miss Mary K. Lincoln
- Mr. Irving Livingstone
- Mr. H. J. Loftus
- Mrs. Loftus
- Miss Helen A. Loring
- Mr. H. W. Losh
- Mr. Newton R. Luther
- Dr. David Lyman
- Dr. R. Masujima
- Mr. C. D. McAllister
- Mr. J. J. McCarthy
- Mr. E. L. McClaim
- Mrs. McClaim
- Mr. John W. McKee
- Mr. R. H. Mechan
- Miss J. Meech
- Mrs. G. Melendez
- Master G. Melendez
- Mr. H. E. Memminger
- Mr. J. M. Mercer
- Mr. Felix Meyer
- Mr. W. E. Mingea
- Mr. G. Molitor
- Miss H. Moore
- Mr. H. W. Morgan
- Miss Caroline Morgan
- Mr. Arthur Morris
- Miss Mabel Morris
- Mrs. H. E. Morritt
- Miss M. Morrow
- Mr. S. Mort
- Mrs. Mort
- Mr. E. T. Mostert
- Miss Mowbray-Laning
- Mr. J. H. Murphy
- Mr. C. J. Mader
- Mr. C. C. Magenheimer
- Mr. Alan F. Mallony
- Miss Emily E. C. Martin and Maid
- Mr. G. J. Masaryk
- Mr. Alex J. Maserinsky
- Mr. John Taylor Newmark
- Rev. J . Fort Newton, D.D
- Mrs. Newton
- Master Joseph E. Newton
- Miss Josephine Newton
- Mr. G. H. Nolte
- Mr. L. Noot
- Mr. Arthur J. North
- Mr. E. J. Oberlander
- Mr. J. C. O'Laughlin
- Mrs. O'Laughlin
- Mr. John H. Pope
- Mrs. Pope
- Mr. L. B. Preston
- Mrs. Preston
- Master John Preston
- Miss Jean Preston
- Mr. Walter W. Price
- Mr. Leo M. Purwin
- Mrs. Purwin
- Mr. Frank Palmer
- Mr. A. E. Parker
- Mrs. Parker
- Mr. Wilbur Peets
- Miss Gladys Peters and Governess
- Major P. M. Peters
- Mr. A. E. Peto
- Mr. F. A. Phillips
- Mr. Emil G. Pieper
- Mrs. Pieper
- Mr. James A. Pike
- Mrs. Pike and Maid
- Mr. James A. Pike, Jr.
- Miss Nita Pike
- Mr. David Pister
- Mr. James Ives Plumb
- Mrs. Plumb
- Mr. F. G. Pohndorff
- Mrs. Pohndorff
- Master Fedrico Pohndorff
- Miss Anita R. Pohndorff and Nurse
- Mrs. F. W. Polehampton
- Miss L. Polk and Maid
- Dr. G. R. Radmore
- Mr. Joseph Rathbone and Manservant
- Mr. D. H. Read
- Mrs. Read
- Miss Caroline Read
- Mr. M. Rechtszafen
- Mr. J. F. Reigate
- Mr. Jurto Restrepo
- Capt. D. J. Retchford
- Mr. W. F. Reynolds
- Mr. Percy Richardson
- Mr. Carroll C. Riles
- Mr. Ringe
- Mrs. P. Brooks Robinson
- Mr. C. A. Robinson
- Mrs. B. Robson
- Mr. E. Rogers
- Mrs. Alice Rogers
- Master Rogers
- Mrs. M. P. Rosenberg
- Mr. John Ross
- Mr. H. S. Rothschild
- Mr. Louis Rothschild
- Mr. Henry Rowland
- Mrs. E, R. Ryan
- Mr. Harry E. Schwarz
- Baroness Alice de Schoenhalf
- Mr. A. Schorr
- Miss I. M. Shiels
- Mr. George Shirtcliffe
- Mrs. Shirtcliffe
- Miss J. R. Shirtcliffe
- Mr. S. M. Siegel
- Mr. J. H. Simpson
- Mr. A. Smith
- Mrs. K. A. Smith
- Miss A. J. Smith
- Mrs. Snape
- Mrs. H. Snell and Maid
- Mrs. Hope Allen Sommer
- Miss Martha Speakman
- Mr. H. F. Stallman
- Mr. Paul Stamm
- Mrs. Stamm
- Dr. L. Stein
- Mrs. Stein
- Mr. Leo Steiner
- Mr. William Steinway
- Major G. de St. C. Stevenson
- Mrs. Stevenson
- Master G. de St. C. Stevenson
- Mr. Malcolm B. Stone
- Mr. Strohmberg
- Lt. Leon Strout
- Mr. J. Suisheimer
- Mr. F. S. Symons
- Mrs. Symons
- Miss Jean Symons
- Master Stewart Symons
- Miss Dora Symons and Nurse
- Mr. John M. Taylor
- Mrs. Taylor
- Mr. P. M. Taylor
- Mr. E. N. Todd
- Mr. George C. Treadwell
- Mrs. Henry Tremenheere and Maid
- Miss Troissin
- Miss Gladys Turner
- Mr. L. Tyfield
- Mr. W. J. Urchs
- Mrs. Urchs
- Mr. Usura
- Mrs. Usura
- Mr. A. L. Valentine
- Capt. D. J. Valentine
- Mr. E. H. Van Ingen
- Mrs. Robert Van Wyck
- Miss Ethel G. Van Wyck
- Miss Kathryn L. Van Wyck
- Mr. Vosper
- Mr. O. M. Wagner
- Mr. J. F. Walmesley
- Mrs. Walmesley
- Mrs. Lilyan L. Watson
- Mrs. P. M. Watson
- Master John B. Watson
- Mr. John Watts
- Mrs. Watts
- Miss Watts
- Mr. F. B. Wendeler
- Mr. H. S. Wente
- Mr. Robert Weston
- Mr. Wheelan
- Lt. C. J. White
- Dr. W. C. White
- Mrs. H. Whitehouse
- Mrs. C. E. Whitney
- Mr. E. F. Wiederholdt
- Mr. C. J. Wilkinson
- Mr. W. P. Willis
- Mr. J. B. Wilson
- Miss E. Wilson
- Dr. B. Y. Wong
- Mr. J. T. Wood
- Mrs. Wood
- Mr. W. H. Woodin
- Mr. A. D. Woodman
Information for First Class Passengers
- Breakfast from 5 am until 10:00 am
- Lunch at 1:00 pm
- Dinner at 7:00 pm
The Bar opens at 8:00 am, and closes at 11:30 pm
Lights are extinguished in the Saloon at 11:00 pm, Lounge and Reading Room at 11:30 pm, and Smoking Room at 12 Midnight.
Divine Service in the Saloon on Sunday at 10:30 am
Smoking.—Passengers are kindly requested not to smoke in the Dining Saloon.
Seats at Table. Passengers who have not previously arranged for seats at table to be reserved should apply for same to the Second Steward.
Children are not entitled to seats in the Saloon unless full fare is paid.
Notice. Passengers desiring to dine later than the usual hour, 7:00 pm. can have dinner served at any time up to 8:15 pm, by giving notice to the Second Steward not later than 1:30 pm.
The Surgeon is Authorized to Make Customary Charges, Subject in Each Case to the Approval of the Commander, for Treating Passengers at Their Request for Any Illness Not Originating on Board the Ship. In the Case of Sickness Developed on Board, No Charge Will Be Made and Medicine Will Be Provided Free in All Circumstances.
AN Enquiry Office has been provided for the convenience of Passengers, where all enquiries for information of a general character can be made.
Letters. Cables, Telegrams and Marconigrams are received here for despatch. and Postage stamps can be purchased, and Deck Chairs and Steamer Rugs hired at this office, through which also all Mails will be distributed.
None of the ship's staff other than those on duty in the Enquiry Office are authorized to accent Letters or Telegrams for despatch.
Passengers are requested to ask for a Receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Dire, or Freight paid on board.
Passengers' Addresses may be left at the Enquiry Office, in order that any letters received after Passengers have left the steamer may be forwarded.
Deck Chairs can be hired at a charge of 6/- each for the voyage. Steamer Rugs can be hired at a charge of 6/- each for the voyage.
Valuables. The White Star Line has provided a safe in the office of the Purser in which Passengers may deposit money, jewels, or ornaments, for safe keeping. The Company will not be liable to Passengers for the loss of money, jewels or ornaments by theft or otherwise not so deposited.
Exchange of Money. The Purser is prepared, for the convenience of Passengers, to exchange a limited amount of English and American money, at rates which will be advised en application.
Travellers' Cheques, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal Mikes of the White Star Line. These Cheques are accepted on board White Star steamers in payment of accounts, but the Pursers do not carry funds to enable them to cash same.
Baggage. Questions relating to Baggage should be referred to the Second Steward, who is the Ship s Baggage Master. Trunks, Chairs, etc., which Passengers nem desire to leave in charge of the Company, should be appropriately labeled and handed to the Baggage Ramer an the Wharf at New York, and such articles will be stored entirely as owners rib. It I. for Passengers themselves to see all their baggage is passed by the U.S. Caresur Maboritles on landing.
Dogs. Passengers are notified that dogs cannot be landed in Great Britian unless a license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London. Forms and License must be obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board.
This Steamer is fitted with Marconi's system of Wireless Telegraphy and also with Submarine Signalling Apparatus.
Wireless Telegram Rates
for United States.—The Wireless rate via New York, Boston or Siasconsett, is calculated at 7d per word; every word in the address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
The Wireless rate via Cape Race, Sable Island, Cape Sable, is calculated at 1/0d. per word. every word in the address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
for Canada.—The Wireless rate via Cape Race, Sable Island, Cape Sable, is calculated at vei per word; every word in the address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
The Wireless rate via Montreal, Quebec, Grosse Isle, Three Rivers, Father Point, Cape Bear, Pictou, is calculated at 21d per word; every word in the address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
The Wireless rate via Clarke City, Fame Point, Harrington, Heath Point, Magdalen Island, North Sydney, Halifax, Partridge Island, Belle Isle, Cape Ray, Point Rich, Point Amour, is calculated at 6d. per word; every word in the address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
for United Kingdom.—The rate via Valentla, or other stations in the United Kingdom, is 10d. per word; every word In address, text, and signature counted; landline charges additional; all fees must be prepaid.
Ship To Ship.—The General rate on ship to ship messages is 3d. per word, but as Dutch, Belgian and certain other vessels apply a ship tax with a minimum of ten words, the charges on messages to these vessels will be calculated as follows :
English ship tax 4d. per word without minimum: Dutch or Belgian, &c., ship tax 4d. per word, with a minimum of 3s. 4d. Thus for a message of ten words or more the charge is 8d. per word.
Ocean Letters.—The Marconi Company have inaugurated an "Ocean Letter " service, by which radio-telegrams may be sent from one ship to another going in an opposite direction, for delivery by Registered Post from the first port of call of the latter vessel. The rate is (inclusive of wireless, postage and registration) 1s. 6d. for 30 words plus ld. for each additional word up to a maximum of 100 words. This class of message must contain full Postal Address.
In The First Class
Turkish and Electric Baths On The SS "Adriatic"
The Turkish Baths, Which Are Located on the Main Deck, Consist of the Usual Hot, Temperate, Cooling Rooms, Shampooing Rooms, Massage Couches, and Electric Baths. A Plunge Bath Is Also Provided in Conjunction with the Same. Experienced Attendants Are in Charge.
These Baths WILL Be Available for :—
| Times | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|
| Ladies | From 10:00 am To 1:00 pm | 4/6 = $1.00 |
| Gentlemen | From 2:00 pm To 7:00 pm | 4/6 = $1.00 |
| Electric Baths | 5/8 = $1.25 |
Plunge Baths
The Plunge Bath WILL Be Open Between The Following Hours :—
| Ladies | From 10 AM. To 11:00 am | Free |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 am To 1:00 pm | 1/- = (25c) | |
| Gentlemen | From 6 A-M. To 9:00 am | Free |
| 2:00 pm To 7:00 pm | 1/- = (25c) |
Costume Provided Free of Charge.
Gymnasium
Adjacent to the Turkish and Electric Baths, There Is a Gymnasium, Which Will Be Open (With a Competent Attendant in Charge) For Exercise by Ladies and Gentlemen, Respectively, During the Same Hours as the Baths, but No Charge Will Be Made for the Use of the Appliances.
Children—The Gymnasium Will Be Available for Children from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Only.
Tickets Obtainable at the Enquiry Office
Steamer Chairs and Rugs
Can Be Hired on Application at the Enquiry Office at a Charge of 6/- Each for the Voyage.
Upper Berths.
Passengers Occupying Upper Berths Can Obtain Steps for Getting in or Out of Same on Applying to the Steward or Stewardess.
Breakfast.
As the Bugle Is Not Sounded for Breakfast, Passengers Desirous of Being Wakened Should Arrange to Be Called by Their Bedroom Stewards.
Letters, &c., for Passengers
Will Be Brought on Board Before the Passengers Land.
Passengers Should Personally Ascertain Whether There Is Any Mail for Them Before Disembarking. And They Are Invited to Leave Their Addresses at the Enquiry Office for Any Later Dispatches to Be Re-Directed.
Landing Arrangements at New York.
Should the Steamer Arrive at the New York Wharf After 8:00 PM, Passengers May Land if They Wish to Do So and Have Their Baggage Passed by the Customs Authorities Immediately on Arrival. Still, Those Who Prefer to Remain on Board May Do So and Have the Whole of Their Baggage Passed the Following Morning Not Earlier Than __ O'Clock. Breakfast Will Be Served to Those Who Remain on Board Overnight.
Public Telephones,
With Booths and Operators, on our New York Piers.
Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused). RMS Adriatic Passenger List, 14 November 1919. GGA Image ID # 1dd536122b
Collector's Item Auction Details
RMS Adriatic Passenger List – 14 November 1919
Provenance
This original artifact is part of the celebrated collection of maritime historian Paul K. Gjenvick, recognized for preserving significant records of ocean liner history.
Item Description
The first-class passenger list from the RMS Adriatic, documenting a transatlantic voyage from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg on 14 November 1919. This voyage, under the command of Captain J. B. Ranson, reflects the transitional post-World War I era, highlighting the resumption of luxury travel and global connections during a time of social and economic recovery.
Key Features
- Date of Voyage: 14 November 1919
- Route: Southampton to New York via Cherbourg
- Class of Travel: First Class
- Commander: Captain J. B. Ranson, OBE, Lt.-Com. R.N.R. (Retd.)
- Senior Officers: Surgeon J. C. H. Beaumont, Assistant Surgeon Douglas D. Macrae, Purser C. B. Lancaster, and Chief Steward S. Tweedie
- Design and Content: Includes an unused track chart and memorandum of log, passenger roster, staff directory, and a detailed list of onboard amenities like Turkish baths, electric baths, and gymnasium services.
Historical and Design Highlights
The RMS Adriatic, a member of the White Star Line’s fleet, exemplified the post-war resurgence of transatlantic luxury travel. The passenger list is a testament to the era’s design sophistication, featuring elegant typography and meticulous craftsmanship. Historically, this document marks the revival of cultural exchange and tourism, as well as the continued influence of major ocean liners in shaping global connectivity.
Notable Passengers (VIP Travelers)
- Sir Joseph Duveen and Lady Duveen: Renowned art dealers whose influence shaped global art collections.
- Lady Ashburton: A prominent British socialite and philanthropist with ties to major charitable endeavors.
- Bishop W. W. Beckett: A significant religious leader known for his advocacy in post-war humanitarian efforts.
- Colonel Nicholas Biddle: A decorated military officer whose service during World War I was widely recognized.
- Rev. Dr. Arthur J. Brown: A respected theologian and writer, contributing to religious discourse in the early 20th century.
- Major Case: Distinguished veteran of the Great War, actively involved in post-conflict reconstruction.
- Sir Waldemar Kaempffert: Influential editor and science writer for major publications like The New York Times.
- Miss Alice Page Converse: Notable philanthropist supporting education and social causes.
- Baroness Alice de Schoenhalf: Member of European aristocracy and advocate for cultural preservation.
Condition
- Cover: Good condition, showing minor signs of wear typical for its age.
- Interior Pages: Excellent clarity with minimal discoloration. The unused track chart and memorandum of log add rarity and completeness to the item.
- Overall Grade: Very Good
Historical Significance
This passenger list offers an unparalleled view of early post-war transatlantic travel, documenting the movements of significant historical figures and the operations of one of White Star Line’s iconic vessels. It serves as a vital resource for studying the societal shifts of the 1910s, particularly the resumption of luxury travel and the cultural exchanges it facilitated.
Collector’s Appeal
- Genealogists: A detailed resource for tracing ancestry and personal histories.
- Maritime Historians: Insights into the operations, design, and influence of ocean liners during the interwar period.
- Ephemera Collectors: An elegantly designed piece that embodies the aesthetic and cultural values of the early 20th century.
Auction Estimates
- Low Estimate: $50 USD
- High Estimate: $70 USD
Conclusion/Reason to Bid
This RMS Adriatic passenger list is a rare and significant artifact that connects collectors to an era of transformation and optimism. With its historical importance, association with notable individuals, and excellent condition, this item is a centerpiece for any collection focusing on maritime history or early 20th-century culture. Bid on this exceptional item to own a tangible link to the golden age of ocean liners.
