RMS Homeric Archival Collection

White Star Line RMS Homeric (1914) Shown Near Port ca 1922. Ex-Columbus of the Norddeutcher Lloyd. GGA Image ID # 1d7bd76d5b

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• Landing Instructions
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• Wireless Technology
• Time at Sea
• Lights and Distances
• Fleet List
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• Officers Sleeve Stripes
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RMS Homeric (1914) White Star Line

Built by F. Schichau, Danzig, Germany. Tonnage: 34,356. Dimensions: 751' x 83' (776' o.l.). Twin-screw, 20 knots. Triple expansion engines. Two masts and two funnels. Note: Launched as the Columbus for the North German Lloyd, December 17, 1913. Construction was held up during First World War. Completed in 1920 and turned over to the British. Acquired by White Star Line and renamed Homeric. Largest twin-screw liner built to date. Maiden voyage: Southampton-Cherbourg-New York, February 15, 1922. Passengers: 529 first, 488 second, 1,750 third. Later Service: Towards the end of her career was used as a cruise ship. Fate: Sold to British shipbreakers in February 1936. Ex-Columbus (1920).

 

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Passenger Lists

 

 

1923-09-05 RMS Homeric Passenger List

Second Class Passenger List from the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 5 September 1923 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain F. B. Howarth (Cmdr., R.N.R.).

 

 

1925-05-27 RMS Homeric Passenger List

First Class Passenger List from the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing 27 May 1925 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain J. Roberts, C.B.E., D.S.O., R.D. (Capt. R.N.R.).

 

 

1926-08-25 RMS Homeric Passenger List

Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List from the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 25 August 1926 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain A. Holme.

 

 

1928-08-08 RMS Homeric Passenger List

Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List for the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 8 August 1928 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain W. H. Parker.

 

 

1929-09-18 RMS Homeric Passenger List

Second Class Passenger List from the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing 18 September 1929 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain G. E. Warner, R.D. (Capt. R.N.R., Retd.).

 

 

1930-08-06 RMS Homeric First Class Passenger List

First Class and Tourist Third Cabin Passenger Lists for the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 6 August 1930 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain J. B. Bulman.

 

Front Cover of a Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List for the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 6 August 1930 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain J. B. Bulman. GGA Image ID # 13c5b969f3

 

 

1931-06-24 RMS Homeric Passenger List

Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List for the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, Departing Wednesday, 24 June 1931 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain J. B. Bulman.

 

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Illustrations and Paintings

 

The White Star Line RMS Homeric, 34,356 Tons. RMS Majestic Passenger List, 6 September 1922. GGA Image ID # 1dd083841d

A masterpiece of the Shipbuilders' art, a triumph of technical skill, the " HOMERIC " is one of the World's finest ships, and with her gross tonnage of 34,356, length of 775 feet, and breadth of 83 feet, is one of the largest also Sailing in CONJUNCTION with The RMS "Majestic," 56,551 Tons (The Largest Steamer in the World) and the RMS "Olympic," 46,439 Tons, MAINTAINING A Weekly Express Mail Service Between Southampton, Cherbourg and New York.

 

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Guides

 

White Star Line RMS Homeric, 24,351 Tons Guide to Public Rooms, 1925, Part 1 of 2. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0e393a0b

 

White Star Line RMS Homeric, 24,351 Tons Guide to Public Rooms, 1925, Part 2 of 2. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0ddd53c6

 

Guide for First Class Passengers to Principal Public Spaces on the RMS Homeric, 34,351 Tons, Length 775 Feet, Breadth 83 Feet, 1930. GGA Image ID # 160ee60f52

 

Principal Public Rooms, Etc.

• Sun Deck: Gymnasium (Aft)
• Boat Deck: Drawing Room (Forward)
• Boat Deck: Reading and Writing Room (Forward)
• Boat Deck: Radio Telephone Call Office (Forward)
• Boat Deck: Lounge, Fitted with Dance Floor (Amidships)
• Boat Deck: Card Room (Amidships)
• Boat Deck: Smoking Room (Aft)
• Boat Deck: Verandah Café (Aft)
• Boat Deck: Promenade (Open)
• Promenade Deck: Staterooms Only
• Promenade Deck: Enclosed Promenade
• A Deck: Electric Baths (Forward)
• A Deck: Purser's and Enquiry Office (Amidships)
• B Deck: Maids' and Valets' Dining Saloon (Amidships)
• B Deck: Hairdressing Saloons (Amidships)
• B Deck: Dining Saloon (Amidships)
• C Deck: Doctor (Amidships)
• D Deck: Staterooms Only

 

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Sailing Schedules

 

White Star Line Express Mail Service Between Soutampton, Cherbourg, and New York from 9 August 1922 to 3 January 1923. Service Maintained by the RMS Majestic, RMS Olympic, and RMS Homeric. RMS Majestic Passenger List, 6 September 1922. GGA Image ID # 1dd4b5c677

 

Sailing Schedule, Express Mail Service Between Southampton-Cherbourg-New York, from 22 August 1923 to 2 February 1924. Ships Included the Canopic, Homeric, Majestic, Olympic, and Pittsburgh. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0ab3dab9

 

Sailing Schedule, White Star Line Express Mail Service, Southampton-Cherbourg-New York, from 30 April 1925 to 26 September 1925. Ships Included the Arabic, Belgenland, Homeric, Lapland, Majestic, Olympic, Pittsburgh, and Zeeland. RMS Celtic Passenger List, 30 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1e5245b658

 

Proposed Sailings, White Star Line, Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-New York, from 3 July 1926 to 27 November 1926. Ships Included the Homeric, Majestic, and Olympic. RMS Belgenland Passenger List, 26 June 1926. GGA Image ID # 1df234cffb

 

Sailing Schedule, Southampton-Cherbourg-New York and Liverpool-New York, from 1 August 1928 to 10 November 1928. Ships Included the Adriatic, Baltic, Cedric, Celtic, Homeric, Majestic, and Olympic. SS Lapland Passenger List, 31 August 1928. GGA Image ID # 1ebe71055b

 

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Route Maps, Track Charts, Abstract of Logs

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f08aa7720

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log for the 27 May 1925 Voyage of the RMS Homeric. GGA Image ID # 1f0c1298ea

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), RMS Homeric Passenger List, 8 August 1928. GGA Image ID # 1f0ee21a1b

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), RMS Homeric Passenger List, 18 September 1929. GGA Image ID # 1f0f9dd802

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), SS Homeric First Class Passenger List, 6 August 1930. GGA Image ID # 160f3efa38

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 6 August 1930. GGA Image ID # 1f1050d511

 

Track Chart and Memorandum of Log (Unused), RMS Homeric Passenger List, 24 June 1931. GGA Image ID # 1f1085f079

 

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Title Pages

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Second Class Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f097fae45

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric First Class Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0c5b33be

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 25 August 1926. GGA Image ID # 1f1158653b

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 8 August 1928. GGA Image ID # 1f10d159a4

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 18 September 1929. GGA Image ID # 1f12c66b5f

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 6 August 1930. GGA Image ID # 1f10eaf74d

 

Title Page, RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List, 24 June 1931. GGA Image ID # 1f10eb1a88

 

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Landing Instructions

 

Landing Arrangements at New York, 1923. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f09008074

 

Landing Instructions - New York - 1924

Front Cover, Landing Arrangements for New York on the RMS Homeric of the White Star Line, 1924. GGA Image ID # 1d6422acff

Landing Instuctions in English and French for the RMS Homeric, 1924. GGA Image ID # 1d643b401c

 

Landing Arrangements at New York, RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0c636625

 

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Services

 

White Star Line and White Star-Dominion Line Services, 1923. Throughout the World, the Steamers of the Organization Are Renowned for Their Exceptional Size, Great Steadiness, Solid Comfort, and Excellent Service. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f09c9df8b

 

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Wireless Technology

 

Wireless Telegram Rates, Long-Range Wireless Service, Ordinary Wireless Service, and Ocean Letters, 1923. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0a693069

 

Wireless Telegram Rates, Long-Range Wireless Service, Ocean Letters, and Poste Radiotelegrams. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0c96c750

 

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Time at Sea

 

Time on Shipboard. On the voyage from Europe, owing to the alteration in time as the ship proceeds Westward, it is necessary to put the clock back every 24 hours. The alteration in time is made at about midnight. The clock is usually put back from 35 to 45 minutes on each occasion, the exact amount of time depending upon the distance the ship is estimated to make by noon the next day. During the first 24 hours, however, owing to the change from Mean Time to Apparent Time, the alteration will likely be considerably more than 45 minutes, especially during Summer Time. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0a9bf416

 

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Lights and Distances

 

Approximate Distances, Transatlantic Voyages, 1923. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0a9ff70f

 

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Fleet List

 

Fleet List, White Star Line and White Star-Dominion Line and Associated Companies, 1923. RMS Homeric Passenger List 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0bada54a

 

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Books

 

 

The First Great Ocean Liners in Photographs - 1983

Sumptuous volume recalls the glorious early years of elegant transatlantic travel. Over 190 historic photographs depict exterior and interior views of 101 great ocean liners, including the Virginian, Imperator, Vaterland, Bismarck, Lusitania, Mauretania, Balmoral Castle, Titanic, Olympic, Aquitania and dozens more. Full captions.

 

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Advertisements

 

White Star Line Majestic 56,000 Tons (The World's Largest Steamer), and Homeric 35,000 Tons Are Nearing Completion. These Magnificent Vessels Will Shortly Take Their Place in the Southampton-Cherbourg-New York Service. RMS Baltic Passenger List, 10 September 1921. GGA Image ID # 1ea467a064

 

White Star Line RMS Homeric, 34,962 Tons, Sailing in Conjunction with the RMS Olympic, 46,439 Tons, and Shortly to be joined by the New RMS Majestic, 56,000 Tons, Maintaining an Unsurpassed Express Mail Service Between Southampton, Cherbourg, and New York. RMS Baltic Passenger List, 1 April 1922. GGA Image ID # 1f10a63eca

 

White Star Line 1923 Express Service Between Southampton-Cherbourg-New York by the Big Three: RMS Majestic at 56,551 Tons The Largest Steamer in the World. (Record Trip from New York to Cherbourg), RMS Olympic (Triple Screw), 46,439 Tons, and the RMS Homeric at 34,356 Tons, Maintain a Weekly Mail Service. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f08fc590e

 

White Star Line RMS Homeric, 34,356 Tons Now an Oil Burner. A Masterpiece of the Shipbuilders' Art, a Triumph of Technical Skill, the " Homeric " Is One of the World's Finest Ships, with Her Gross Tonnage of 34,356, Length of 775 Feet, and Breadth of 83 Feet, One of the Largest Also. The RMS Majestic Is 56,551 Tons, the Largest Steamer in the World (Record Trip from New York to Cherbourg), RMS Olympic Is 46,439 Tons, and RMS Homeric Is 34,356 Tons. The Three Ships Maintain an Express Weekly Mail Service Between Southampton, Cherbourg, and New York. RMS Majestic Passenger List, 7 May 1924. GGA Image ID # 1f111974f4

 

Advertisement: Panama Pacific Line, New York to San Francisco Through the Panama Canal, Calling at Havana and Los Angeles en Route. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0d07909f

 

Advertisement: White Star Line and Red Star Line Special Winter Cruises, 1925-1926. Mediterranean, Egypt, West Indies, South America, and Around the World. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0d603313

 

Advertisement for the Majestic, Olympic, and Homeric Offering Weekly Sailings in Tourist Third Cabin Between New York, Cherbourg, and Southampton, C1930. GGA Image ID # 1ea438846f

The Olympic, 46,439 Tons Carries Tourist Third Cabin On All Sailings.

THE TOURIST DINING SALOON is a most attractive room finished in dignified oak paneling. Located on D deck, high in the ship, and furnished with fine linen and silver, it provides exactly the environment to make the meal time a pleasure.

THE TOURIST SMOKING ROOM. also on C deck, provides an atmosphere of solid comfort in which to enjoy the company of one's fellow passengers. Here you will find contestants worthy of your skill at chess, checkers, dominoes, bridge, or other games.

Much of the pleasure of the ocean crossing is found on deck. The OLYMPIC'S broad decks provide ample space for chairs, promenading and a variety of interesting sports devised for the entertainment of passengers at sea.

THE TOURIST LOUNGE, a bright cheerful apartment on C deck, is an attractive gathering place for the many social activities of the crossing. Games of many kinds are available and books from its well-stocked library may be used without charge.

The MAJESTIC, OLYMPIC, and HOMERIC Offer Weekly Sailings in Tourist Third Cabin between New York and Cherbourg - Southampton.

 

 

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Other Ephemera

 

White Star Line Passenger Department on Board the RMS Homeric, 1923. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 5 September 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f0cc0ef78

 

White Star Line Passenger Department on Board the RMS Homeric, 1925. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 27 May 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f0d01240c

 

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Officers Sleeve Stripes

 

Sleeve Stripes of White Star Line Ship's Officers, 1930. RMS Homeric Passenger List, 6 August 1930. GGA Image ID # 160f261dae

 

• Commander - 4 rows gold lace, straight.
• Commanders, when Assistant Commanders are carried—In addition, a gold 5-pointed star over the front centre of the upper row of lace.
• Chief Officer - 3 rows gold lace, straight.
• Chief Engineer - 4 rows gold lace, straight, with purple velvet between.
• Chief Engineers, when Assistant Chief Engineers are carried—In addition, a gold 5-pointed star over the front centre of the upper row of lace.
• Purser - 2 rows gold lace, straight, with white velvet between.
• Surgeon - 2 rows gold lace, straight, with red velvet between.
• Chief Steward - 2 rows gold lace, zig-zag.
  When Officers are in white uniform similar badges of rank will be shewn on the shoulder straps instead of on the sleeve of the coat.

 

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Excerpts from Information for Passengers

 

Information for Passengers - September 1923

 

MEALS will be served as follows:—

The Bar opens at 8:00 am., and closes at 10:30 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Dining Saloon al 11:00 pm. Lounge. Reading and Writing Room, and Smoking Room at 11-50 pm

Divine Service will beo held in the Saloon on Sunday at 11:00 am

SMOKING is strictly prohibited in any of the Staterooms, Reading and Writing Room, or Dining Saloon.

SEATS AT TABLE. Passengers who have not previously arranged for seats at table to be reserved should apply for same to the Saloon Steward.

MEDICAL ATTENDANCE, 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 the voyage. In the case of sickness developed on the voyage no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free in all circumstances.

The surgeon will be in attendance at the surgery for consultations at the following hours:

10:00 am 6:00 pm 8:30 pm

The surgeon will be available at all times in cases of urgency.

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 addressee with the Saloon Steward for any later despatches to be ro-directed.

Postage Stamps can be obtained from the Saloon Steward, who will take charge of Cable Despatches and Telegrams for transmission.

CHARGES PAID ON BOARD. Passengers are requested to ask for a Receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passago Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, or Freight, Xlarconigram, Cablegram, ete., charges paid on board.

LIBRARY. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

DECK CHAIRS and STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application at a charge of 6/6 each for the voyage.

VALUABLES. The particular attention of passengers is drawn to the ticket conditions regarding the carriage and custody of articles specified in Section 4281 of the revised Statutes of the United States, but passengers can and are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

The Line has provided a safe in the office of the Purser in which passengers may deposit money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables for safe keeping and a deposit receipt will be issued by the Purser.

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 on application.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggage should bo referred to the Ship's Baggage Master. Trunks, Chairs, etc., which Passengers may desire to leave in charge of the Company should be appropriately labeled and handed to the Baggage Master on the Wharf at New York, and such articles will be stored entirely at owners' risk. It is for passengers themselves to see ail their Baggage is passed by the U.S. Customs Authorities on landing.

DOGS. Passengers are notified that dogs cannot be landed in Great Britain unless a license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London. Forms of license must bo obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board at New York.

TRAVELLERS* CHEQUES, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices 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.

DECK GAMES AND AMUSEMENTS. Deck Quoite, Shuffleboard, Bull Board and other games are provided on deck under the charge of a Quartermaster.

Chess, Draughts, Dominoes, etc., may be obtained on application to Saloon Steward.

PASSENGERS' QUARTERS. Second Class passengers are not allowed to enter First or Third Class compartments, or vice versa, as complications might arise under the Quarantine Regulations.

BARBER. The Barber is authorized to make the following charges :—

[Charges not Reproduced Here]

The Barber is allowed the privilege of selling various souvenirs and small articles on his own account.

PICTURE POSTCARDS. Picture Postcards of the steamer can be obtained gratis on application on board.

LANDING ARRANGEMENTS AT NEW YORK

Should the Steamer arrive at the New York Wharf after 8:00 pm, Passengers may land it they wish to do so and have their baggage passed by the Customs Authorities immediately on arrival, but those who prefer to remain on board may do so and have the whole of their Baggage passed the following morning not earlier than 7 o'clock. Breakfast will be served to those who remain on board overnight.

Uniform representatives of the American Railroads meet all steamers on arrival at New York. Railroad tickets may be purchased and baggage checked from the Steamship Pier to any point along the Lines of the Pennsylvania, New York Central, Erie, Lehigh Valley, and connecting railroads.

UPPER BERTHS.

Passengers occupying Upper Berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of same by applying to the Steward or Stewardess.

WARDROBE TRUNKS.

Passengers are advised lhat it is not always possible to arrange for the placing of Wardrobe Trunks in the passenger accommodation in a position where they are easily accessible, also that there is frequently difficulty with regard to the landing of such packages owing to their exceptional size. They are therefore recommended to use Steamer Trunks in preference.

The "HOMERIC" carries an Orchestra of skilled musicians-, which will play at intervals in the Second Class.

RECOVERY OF U.S. HEAD TAX.

This Tax can be recovered by passengers, if same has been paid, provided they inform the U.S. Immigration Inspector on arrival at New York of their intention to leave the United States within 60 days (the time prescribed by U.S. Law), and obtain from him Transit Certificate Form 514.

It is also necessary for Transit Certificate Form 514 to be handed to the transportation company when completed* in time to allow same to be placed before the Immigration Authorities in Washington within 120 days of passenger's arrival in the United States.

Unless this regulation is complied with the Tax cannot be recovered.

NOTE.—Will passengers who have not paid the Head Tax in consequence of their holding return tickets, or being in transit to points outside of the United States, kindly complete Form 514 (which must be obtained from the Immigration Officials at New York) and forward same to the White Star Line, 1 Broadway, New York, as soon as possible after their departure from the United States, or hand to the Purser of the steamer in which they return to the United Kingdom.

Source: SS Homeric Passenger List - 5 September 1923

 

Information for Passengers - May 1925

 

Meals

• BREAKFAST from 8:00 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 p,m.. Lounge midnight (Sundays 11:30 pm) and Reading and Writing Room at 11:30 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Smoking Room at midnight.

Divine Service in the Lounge on Sunday at 11:00 am

SMOKING. Passengers are kindly requested not to smolce 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.

When the steamers sail with full lists children under the age of ten years not paying the adult fare are provided with meals at separate sittings in the Dining Saloon.

UPPER BERTHS. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of same on applying to the steward or stewardess.

MEDICAL ATTENDANCE, 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 the voyage. in the case of sickness developed on the voyage no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free in all circumstances.

The Hours for Consultation are as follows :— 10:00 am, 6:00 pm, and 8:30 pm, but the Surgeon is available at all times in case of urgency.

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. Postage Stamps can also be obtained from the Lounge Steward.

None of the ship's staff other than those on duty in the Enquiry Office are authorized to accept Letters or Telegrams for despatch.

CHARGES COLLECTED ON BOARD. Passengers are requested to Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, charges collected for Marconigrams. Cablegrams or Telegrams or Freight paid on board.

PASSENGERS' ADDRESSES may be left at the Enquiry Office, in order that any letters recoived after passengers have left the steamer may be forwarded.

DECK CHAIRS and STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application at the Enquiry Office, at a charge of 6/6 (or $1.50) each for the voyage,

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers, the Line has provided in the Purser's Office a safe in which money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by passengers.

A receipt for any articles so deposited will be issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Section 502 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles. Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

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 on application.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggago should be referred to the Baggage Master. Trunks, Chairs, etc., which passengers may desire to leave in charge of the Company, should be appropriately labeled and handed to the Baggage Master on the Wharf at New York, and such articles will be stored entirely at owner's risk. It is for passengers themselves to see all their baggage is passed by the U.S. Customs Authorities on landing.

WARDROBE TRUNKS. Passengers are advised that it is not always possible to arrange for the placing of Wardrobe Trunks in the passenger accommodation in a position whore they are easily accessible, also that there is frequently difficulty with regard to the landing of such packages owing to their exceptional size. They are therefore recommended to use steamer trunks in preference.

DOGS. Passengers are notified that dogs cannot be landed in Great Britain unless a license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London. Forms of license must be obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board.

TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES, payable in all parte of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices 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, except to a very limited amount.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS. Arrangements have been made whereby passengers by the White Star Line can hire automobiles to meet them on arrival of the steamer at Liverpool or Southampton for tours in the British Isles or on the Continent. Orders may bo sent from America or Canada through the White Star Offices or direct from the steamer by the aid of the Marconi Wireless Telegraph.

DECK GAMES AND AMUSEMENTS. Deck Quoits, Shuffleboard, Bull Board and other games are provided on deck under the chargo of a Quartermaster.

Chess, Draughts, Dominoes, etc., can bo obtained on application to the Lounge Steward.

PASSENGERS' QUARTERS. First Class passengers are not allowed to enter Second or Third Class compartments, or vice versa, as complications might arise under the Quarantine Regulations.

BOOTS AND SHOES. Those will be cleaned if left outside the Stateroom door.

OUTFITTING SHOP. For the convenience of passengers an Outfitting Shop is provided on Deck A, Port Side, between the Lounge and the Reading and Writing Room. A complete selection of Gentlemen's requirements for day and evening wear may bo obtained, also a comprehensive range of Ladies' Sports wear.

The Shop is under the management of Messrs. F. H. Shubrook, Ltd., Shirtmakers, and the prices are the same as those charged at their store in Liverpool.

BARBER, LADY HAIRDRESSER, AND LADY MANICURIST are provided- The Barber's hours are from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, but for the general convenience of the greater number, passengers are requested not to apply for hair-cutting or shampooing except between the hours of noon and 5:00 pm

Tho Harbor is allowed the privilege of selling various souvenirs and small articles on his own account.

DIRECTORIES of London and Now York are placed on the Liverpool-New York steamers, and those of London, New York and Paris, on the Southampton-New York ships.

PICTURE POSTCARDS. Picture Postcards of the steamer can be obtained on board gratis.

POSTAL INFORMATION.

High Seas Mail.-On all British steamers British Postage Stamps and rates are used when mailing letters for European points, and such letters should be posted in the ship's letter box in the ordinary way.

The mail bag is closed a few hours previous to arrival. Full particulars can be obtained at the Enquiry Office upon application.

Public Rooms on the RMS Homeric

The Dining Saloon, situated on Deck D, is a very lofty and impressive apartment and imparts an air of great elegance.

The Reading and Writing Room, and Drawing Room are beautifully decorated apartments, with luxurious settees and comfortable easy chairs, the large windows, richly draped, giving the impression that one is in a spacious sitting-room ashore.

Books may be obtained from the Bookcase in the Reading and Writing Room on application to the Steward in charge.

By special arrangement with Harrod's Library, a supply of recent works is placed on board each voyage, as a supplement to the permanent collection of standard works.

Smoking Room.—In the Smoking Room the walls are panelled in finest mahogany and are relieved by the carved wood decorations of the ceiling; whilst the fine upholstering of the armchairs and divans has been achieved with the same eye to artistic effect and luxurious comfort.

The Lounge. This palatial room is intended for the use of both Ladies and Gentlemen, and afternoon tea and after-dinner coffee will be served, while liqueurs, cigars, cigarettes, chocolates and candies may be purchased there. Postage stamps can also be obtained from the Lounge Steward.

A Gymnasium, fully supplied with modern appliances, is situated on the Sun Deck, and is open for exercise by Ladies, Gentlemen and Children, as follows :—

• 6 a,m. to 9:00 am for Gentlemen only;
• 10:00 am to 12 noon for Ladies only;
• 12 noon to 1:00 pm for Ladies and Gentlemen;
• 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm for Children;
• 3.30 pm to 7:00 pm for Ladies and Gentlemen;

No charge is made for the use of the appliances.

The Card Room. This beautifully decorated and attractively furnished room, fitted with large windows, connects with the Lounge by two long and beautifully decorated Galleries, also fitted with large windows.

A Clothes Pressing Room is in charge of an expert Attendant, and work of this kind will be carried out for Ladies and Gentlemen.

Passenger Elevators. There are two elevators provided for the use of passengers, running between Decks A, B, C, D and E.

Verandah, situated on Deck A, where light refreshments are served.

Electric Light Baths. Two fully equipped electric light baths are situated on Deck C.

Photographic Dark Room. A dark room fitted with all the necessary equipment lias been installed for the use of passengers wishing to develop photographs during the voyage.

Stenographer. An experienced Stenographer is carried, and his services are at the disposal of passengers at the following charges :—

• 2 1/2 d. or 5 cents per folio (72 words).
• 1d. or 2 cents per folio for Carbon copies.
• Is. 6d. or 35 cents (minimum) for a letter.

Particulars can bo obtained at the Enquiry Office.

Hot and Cold Water. All Staterooms on Decks B, C, D and E are fitted with hot and cold water supply.

SPECIAL NOTICE

The attention of the Managers has been called to the fact that certain persons, believed to be professional gamblers, are in the habit of traveling to and fro in Atlantic Steamships.

In bringing this to the knowledge of travelers, the Managers, while not wishing in the slightest degree to interfere with the freedom of action of patrons of the White Star Line, desire to invite their assistance in discouraging games of chance, as being likely to afford these individuals special opportunities for taking unfair advantage of others.

THE "HOMERIC" carries an Orchestra of skilled musicians which will play daily at the undermentioned times and places

• 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - First Class Lounge
• 9:00 pm to Midnight - - - First Class Lounge
• 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm (Sundays) First Class Lounge

LETTERS. ETC., 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 despatches to be re-directed.

Source: RMS Homeric Passenger List 27 May 1925

 

Information for Passengers - August 1926

 

Meals

• BREAKFAST at 8:00 am
• LUNCHEON at 12 Noon.
• DINNER at 6:00 pm

The Bar opens at 8:00 am and closes at 11:00 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Dining Saloon at 11:00 pm, Reading and Writing Room and Smoking Room at 11:30 pm

Divine Service will be held on Sundays at 11:00 am

SMOKING. Passengers are kindly requested not to smoke in the Dining Saloon,

It is also desired that ladies should refrain from using the Smoking Room.

SEATS AT TABLE. Passengers should apply to the Tourist Third Cabin Steward for reservation of seats.

UPPER BERTHS. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in or out Of same on applying to the Steward or Stewardess.

THE PURSER'S OFFICE. Letters, Cables, Telegrams and Marconigrams are received or delivered, and Postage Stamps can bo purchased.

None of the ship's staff other than those on duty in the Purser's Office are authorized to accept Letters or Telegrams for despatch.

CHARGES COLLECTED ON BOARD. Passengers aro requested to ask for a Receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, charges collected for Marconigrams, Cablegrams or Telegrams or Freight paid on board.

PASSENGERS' ADDRESSES should be left at the Purser's Office, in order that any letters received after passengers have left the steamer may be forwarded.

LIBRARY. Books can bo obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

DECK CHAIRS and STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application to the Tourist Third Cabin Steward, at a charge of 4/- (or $1) each for the voyage.

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers, the Line has provided in the Purser's Office, a .Café in which money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by passengers.

A receipt for any articles so deposited will be issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Section 502 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the Revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles. Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themsolves by insurance.

EXCHANGE OP MONEY. Tho Purser is prepared, for the convenience of passengers, to exchange a limited amount of English, American and Canadian money, at rates which will be advised on application.

TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices of the Company. These Cheques are accepted on board steamers in payment Of accounts, but the Pursers do not carry funds to enable thorn to cash same.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggage should bo referred to the Tourist Third Cabin Steward.

WARDROBE TRUNKS. Passengers are advised that, it is not always possible to arrange for the placing of Wardrobe Trunks in the passenger accommodation in a position where they are easily accessible, also that there is frequently difficulty with regard to the landing of such packages owing to their exceptional size.

DOGS. Passengers are notified that dogs must be handed over to the care of the butcher.

DECK GAMES and AMUSEMENTS. Deck Quoits. Shuffleboard, Bull Board and other games are provided on deck.

Chess, Draughts, Dominoes, etc, can be obtained on application to the Public Room Stewards.

WIRELESS TELEGRAM

This Steamer is fitted with Marconi's system of Wireless Telegraphy and also with Submarine Signalling Apparatus.

LONG RANGE WIRELESS SERVICE

This vessel is fitted with special Iong range wireless apparatus which will enable passengers to communicate with their friends or business connections on shore at any time during the voyage across the North Atlantic Ocean.

POSTAL INFORMATION

HIGH SEAS MAIL.—On all British steamers British Postage Stamps and rates are used when mailing letters for European points, and such letters should toe posted in the snip's letter box in the ordinary way.

The mail bag is closed a few hours previous to arrival. Full particulars can be obtained at the Enquiry Office upon application.

Special Notice For Round Trip Tourist Passengers

Passengers holding return tickets who are undecided about their Canadian and United States addresses should advise same to our nearest office in Canada or United States by mail or in person as soon as possible after arrival abroad. If this is done by letter, please mention sailing on which you will return and accommodation reserved for you.

All passengers holding return tickets are requested to communicate with our nearest office at least a week in advance of their sailing from Canada or United States, so that necessary formalities may be arranged in connection with their return passage.

A Jazz Trio will play daily at the following hours :—

• 10:00 am to 11:00 am
• 4:00 pm to 4-30 p-m.
• 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
• 10:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Source: SS Homeric Passenger List 25 August 1926

 

General Information for Passengers - August 1928

 

Meals

When One Sitting | When Two Sittings

• Breakfast: 8:00 am | 8:00 am and 9:00 am
• Luncheon: 12 Noon | 12 Noon and 1:00 pm
• Dinner: 7:00 pm | 6-0 pm and 7-15:00 pm

The Bar opens at 8:00 am and closes at 11:00 pm

Lights are extinguished in the Dining Saloon at 11:00 pm, Reading and Writing Room and Smoking Room at 11:30 pm

Divine Service will be held on Sundays at 11:00 am

Smoking.-Passengers are kindly requested not to smoke in the Dining Saloon, or in the Reading and Writing Room.

It is also desired that ladies should refrain from using the Smoking Room.

Seats at Table. Passengers should apply to the Chief Tourist Steward for reservation of seats.

Upper Berths. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of same on applying to the Steward or Stewardess.

The Purser's Office. Letters, Cables, Telegrams and Marconi-grams are received or delivered, and Postage Stamps can be purchased.

None of the ship's staff other than those on duty in the Purser's Office are authorized to accept Letters or Telegrams for despatch.

Charges Collected on Board. Passengers are requested to ask for a Receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, charges collected for Marconigrams, Cablegrams or Telegrams or Freight paid on board.

Passengers' Addresses should be left at the Purser's Office, in order that any letters received after Passengers have left the steamer may be forwarded.

Library. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

Deck Chairs and Steamer Rugs can be hired on application to the Deck Steward, at a charge of 4/- (or $1) each for the voyage.

Medical Attendance. 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 The VOYAG PI. In the case of sickness originating on the voyage no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free in all circumstances.

Valuables. For the convenience of Passengers, the Line has provided in the Purser's Office, a safe in which money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by Passengers. A receipt for any articles so deposited will be issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Section 502 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the Revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles. Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

Exchange of Money. The Purser is prepared, for the convenience of Passengers, to exchange a limited amount of English, American and Canadian money, at rates which will be advised on application.

Travellers' Cheques, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices of the Company. These Cheques are accepted on board 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 Ship's Baggage Master.

Wardrobe Trunks. Passengers are advised that it is not always possible to arrange for the placing of Wardrobe Trunks in the passenger accommodation in a position where they are easily accessible, also that there is frequently difficulty with regard to the landing of such packages owing to their exceptional size.

Dogs. Passengers are notified that dogs must be handed over to the care of the butcher.

Deck Games and Amusements. Deck Quoits, Shuffleboard, Bull Board and other games are provided on deck and under the charge of the Deck Steward.

Chess, Draughts, Dominoes, etc.. can be obtained on application to the Public Room Stewards.

LECTURES. For the purposes of private lectures the White Star Line will be pleased to loan sets of slides as well as a printed lecture in cases where desired by Tourist Passengers who may wish to lecture in Great Britain and Ireland upon their experiences and visits to the United States and Canada.

Notice

Landing Cards. Before leaving the vessel the holder must present his or her Landing Card to a U.S. Immigrant inspector for endorsement.

Special Notice for Round Trip Tourist Passengers

Passengers holding return tickets who are undecided about their United States and Canadian addresses should advise same to our nearest office in United States or Canada by mail or in persons as soon as possible after arrival abroad. If this is done by letter, please mention sailing on which you will return and accommodation reserved for you.

All Passengers holding return tickets are requested to communicate with our nearest office at least a week in advance of their sailing from United States or Canada, so that necessary formalities may be arranged in connection with their return passage.

Source: RMS Homeric Passenger List - 8 August 1928

 

Information for Passengers - September 1929

 

MEALS will be served as follows :—

Divine Service will be held in the Saloon on Sunday at 11:00 am

DANCING. A special dancing floor has been laid in the Dining Saloon.

CINEMATOGRAPH PERFORMANCES. Cinematograph performances will be given in the Saloon as notified from time to time.

SEATS AT TABLE. Passengers who have not previously arranged for seats at table to be reserved should apply for same to the Saloon Steward.

MEDICAL ATTENDANCE. The Surgeon is authorized to make customary charges, subject in each case to the approval of the Commander, for treating passengers at their request lor any illness not originating on the voyage. In the case of sickness developed on the voyage no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free in all circumstances.

The Surgeon will be in attendance at the Surgery for consultations at the following hours:— .

10:00 am 6:00 pm 8:30 pm

The Surgeon will be available at all times in cases of urgency.

LETTERS, Etc. 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 with the Saloon Steward for any later despatches to be re-directed.

Postage Stamps can be obtained from the Enquiry Office, which will take charge of Cable Despatches and Telegrams for transmission.

CHARGES PAID ON BOARD. Passengers are requested to ask for a Receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, or Freight, Marconigram, Cablegram, etc., charges paid on board.

LIBRARY. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

DECK GHAIRS and STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application at a charge of 6/6 (or $1,50) each for the voyage.

COTS. The steamers are supplied with a limited number of Cots for the use of infants. Applications for same should be made to the Chief Steward.

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers, the Line has provided in the Purser's Office a safe in which moneyv jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by passengers.

A receipt for any articles so deposited will be issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Section 502 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles. Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

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 by advised on application.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggage should be referred to the Ship's Baggage Master. Trunks, Chairs* etc., which passengers may desire to leave in charge of the Company should be appropriately labeled and handed to the Baggage Master on the Wharf at New York, and such articles will be stored entirely at owners* risk. It is for passengers themselves to see all their Baggage is passed by the U.S, Customs Authorities on landing.

RESERVATION OF PULLMAN SLEEPING & PARLOUR CARS ON AMERICAN AND CANADIAN RAILROADS. Passengers desiring to make reservations should inform the Purser of their- intentions; he will be pleased to Marconi at passenger's own expense.

TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES, payable in all parts of Europe, U.S.A. and Canada can be purchased at all the principal offices 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, except to a very limited amount.

BARBER AND LADY HAIRDRESSER. A Barber is provided, and for the convenience of lady passengers a Lady Hairdresser is also provided.

The Barber is allowed the privilego of selling various souvenirs and small articles on his own account.

LANDING CARDS. It is necessary that passengers present their Landing Cards, together with Passports, to the United States Immigration Inspector for endorsement before leaving the vessel.

UPPER BERTHS

Passengers occupying Upper Berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of same by applying to the Steward or Stewardess.

PORTHOLES

As it is dangerous for passengers to handle the Ports, they are requested to ask the Bedroom Steward to open and close the Portholes in the Staterooms as required.

ORCHESTRA

The "HOMERIC" carries an Orchestra of professional musicians, which will play regularly in the Second Class.

SPORTS DEPARTMENT

For the convenience of our patrons interested in sport or sporting events on either side of the Atlantic we have established a special department in our London West Find Office.

It will be the duty of this department to supply information, obtain facilities, and establish associations in respect to any sport or sporting events, and be generally useful in this connection to our patrons, who, we trust, will not hesitate to take full advantage of the arrangements we have made.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION

For the convenience of those passengers who may be returning from the United Stales or Canada to Europe and who have NOT yet made the necessary reservations, the Purser will be pleased to radio, free of charge, New York, Boston, Philadelphia or Montreal Office, for any accommodation required

This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the steamer and will, consequently, save them time and trouble after landing.

Source: RMS Homeric Passenger List - 18 September 1929

 

Information for First Class Passengers - August 1930

 

• BREAKFAST from 8 a.m. until 10 am.
• LUNCH at 1 p.m.
• DINNER at 7-30 p.m.

DIVINE SERVICE will m held in the Looms on Sunday Mommas at 11 o'clock.

SEATS AT TABLE. Passengers who have not previously nr ranged for seats at table to be reserved should apply for same to the Second Steward.

When the steamers sail with full lists, children under the age of ten years not paying the adult fare are provided with meals at separate sittings in the Dining Saloon.

UPPER BERTHS. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of name on applying to the steward or stewardess.

P0RTH0LES. As it is dangerous for passengers to handle the Ports, they are requested to ask the Bedroom Steward to open and close the Portholes in the staterooms as required.

MEDICAL ATTENDANCE, the surgeon is authorized to MAKE CUSTOMARY CHARGES, SUBJECT IN EAOH CASE TO THE APPROVAL OF THE COMMANDER, FOR TREATING PASSENGERS AT THEIR REQUEST FOR ANY ILLNESS NOT ORIGINATING ON THE VOYAGE. IN THE CASE OF SICKNESS DEVELOPED ON THE VOYAGE NO OHARQE WILL BE MADE, AND MEDICINE WILL BE PROVIDED FREE IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES.

The Hours tor Consultation  are as follows: — 10:00 A.M.; 6:00 P.M.; and 8:30 P.M. but the Surgeon is available at all times in case of urgency.

A REGISTERED NURSE for the convenience of lady passengers is in attendance and her services may be secured upon Application in cases of slight illness.

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 dispatch, and Postage Stamps can be purchased, and Deck Chairs and Steamer Rugs hired at this Office, through which also all Mails will be distributed. Postage Stamps can also be obtained from the Lounge Steward.

No member of the ship's staff, other than those on duty in the Enquiry Office, is authorized to accept letters or Telegrams for dispatch.

PASSENGERS' ADDRESSES may be left at the Enquiry Office in order that any letters received after passengers have left the steamer may be forwarded.

PASSENGERS' MAIL. All mail coming on board on the steamer's arrival is at once sent to the Enquiry Office, where passengers should apply for same. It is not possible in the short time available to distribute the mail to the staterooms.

Passengers are invited to leave their addresses ut the Enquiry Office for any later dispatches to be re-directed.

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers, the Line has provided in the office of the Purser a safe in which money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by passengers. A receipt for any articles so deposited will be Issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Section 602 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles. Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

PRECIOUS STONES or other similar articles of merchandise may not be taken as baggage, but all passengers must deliver such goods to the Purser of the vessel. The Pursers are instructed to furnish passengers with a receipt for merchandise so delivered and place the goods in the safes aboard their vessel until a Customs permit is presented to the Inspectors ordering the goods into the U.S. appraiser's stores for examination.

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 on application.

TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES, payable in all parts of Europe, can be purchased at all the principal offices 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 except to a very limited amount.

CHARGES COLLECTED ON BOARD. Passengers are requested to ask for a receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Rug Hire, charges collected for Marconigrams, Cablegrams, or Telegrams or Freight paid on board.

DECK CHAIRS AND STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application at the Enquiry Office, at a charge of 6/6 (or $1.60) each for the voyage.

DECK CHAIR CU8HIONS. A limited supply of Cushions, with loose covers, for Deck Chairs is available for hire at a charge of 6/6 (or $1.60) each for the voyage.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggage should be referred to the Ship's Baggage Master. Trunks, Chairs, etc., which passengers may desire to leave in charge of the Company, should be properly labelled and handed to the Baggage Master on the wharf at Now York, and such articles will be stored entirely at owner's risk. It is for passengers themselves to see all their baggage is passed by the Customs Authorities on landing. In order to facilitate Customs Clearance, uncrated automobiles must be included on the U.S. Customs Declaration.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS. Arrangements have been made whereby passengers by the White Star Line can hire automobiles to meet them on arrival of the steamers at Liverpool or Southampton for tours in the British Isles or on the Continent. Orders may be sent from America or Canada through the White Star Offices or direct from the steamer by the aid of the Marconi Wireless Telegraph.

CINEMATOGRAPH PERFORMANCES. Cinematograph performances will be given in the Saloon as notified from time to time.

DOGS AND CATS. Passengers are notified that dogs and cats cannot be landed in Great Britain unless a license has previously been procured from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, London. Forms of License must be obtained by direct application to the Ministry before the dog or cat is taken on board. Dogs and cats landing at New York should also be included on the U.S. Customs Declaration.

LANDING CARDS. It is necessary that passengers present their Landing Cards, together with Passports, to the United States Immigration Inspector for endorsement before leaving the vessel.

RESERVATION OF PULLMAN SLEEPING & PARLOUR CARS ON AMERICAN AND CANADIAN RAILROADS. Passengers desiring to make reservations should inform the Purser of their intentions; he will be pleased to Marconi at passenger's own expense.

COMPLAINTS. It is our earnest and constant endeavor to satisfy and please our passengers. Should any cause for complaint arise it is requested that such should be at once reported to the Commander, Purser or Chief Steward.

SERVICE. Suggestions for the improvement of the service will be welcomed.

The Dining Saloon, situated on Deck B, is a very lofty and impressive apartment and imparts an air of great elegance.

The Reading and Writing Room, and Drawing Room are beautifully decorated apartments, with luxurious settees and comfortable easy chairs, the large windows, richly draped, giving the impression that one is in a spacious sitting-room ashore.

Books may be obtained from the Bookcase in the Reading and Writing Room on application to the Steward in charge.

By special arrangement with Harrod's Library, a supply of recent works is placed on board each voyage, as a supplement to the permanent collection of standard works.

Smoking Room. In the Smoking Room the walls are paneled in finest mahogany and are relieved by the carved wood decorations of the ceiling; whilst the fine upholstering of the armchairs and divans has been achieved with the same eye to artistic effect and luxurious comfort.

The Lounge. This palatial room is intended for the use of both Ladies and Gentlemen, and afternoon tea and after-dinner coffee will be served, while liqueurs, cigars, cigarettes, chocolates, and candies may be purchased there. Postage stamps can also be obtained from the Lounge Steward.

A special floor for Dancing has been fitted in this apartment.

A Gymnasium, * fully supplied with modem appliances, is situated on the Sun Deck, and is open for exercise by Ladies, Gentlemen and Children, as follows :—

• 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. for Gentlemen only
• 10 a.m. to 12 noon for Ladies only
• 12 noon to 1 p.m. for Ladies and Gentlemen
• 2 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. for Children
• 3.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for Ladies and Gentlemen

No charge is made for the use of the appliances.

Electric Baths. * Two fully equipped electric baths are situated on Deck A.

* THE COMPANY ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER FOR ANY ACCIDENT FROM WHATEVER CAUSE ARISING TO ANY PASSENOER USING THE GYMNASIUM OR ELECTRIC BATHS.

The Card Room. This beautifully decorated and attractively furnished room, fitted with large windows, connects with the Lounge by two long and beautifully decorated Galleries, also fitted with large windows.

BARBER, LADY HAIRDRESSER AND LADY MANICURIST are provided. The Barber's hours are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The following charges are authorized: —

Gentlemen

• Shaving :1s 0d or 25 cts
• Hairdressing: 1s 6d or 44 cts
• Shampooing ★: 1s 0d or 25 cts
• Singeing: 1s 0d or 25 cts
• Face Massage ★: 2s 0d or 50 cts
• Scalp Massage ★: 1s 6d or 40 cts
• Tonic Dressing: 0s 6d or 12 cts
• Manicure: 4s 0d or $1.00

Ladies

• Marcel Waving: 4s 0d or $1.00
• Waving and Curling: 5s 0d or $1.25
• Tinting: 30s 0d or $7.50
• Cutting and Singeing: 3s 6d or $0.90
• Shampoo, Ordinary ★: 4s 6d or $1.15
• Shampoo Special, Henna, Camomille Tar ★ from 7s 6d or $1.90
• Facial Massage, Hand ★: 4s 0d or $1.00
• Facial Massage Vibro ★: 5s 0d or $1.25
• Facial Massage High Frequency ★: 7s 6d or $1.90
• Scalp Massage, Hand Vibro, High Frequency ★: 7s 6d or $1.90
• Manicure: 4s 0d or $1.00

★ SHAMPOOS AND MASSAGE OF A SPECIAL CHARACTER AS PER PRICES DISPLAYED IN THE HAIRDRESSING ROOMS.
The Barber is allowed the privilege of selling various souvenirs and small articles on his own account.

A Clothes Pressing Room is in charge of an expert Attendant, and work of this kind will be carried out for Ladies and Gentlemen, at the following charges: —

• Gentlemen's Suits: 4s 6d ($1.15)
• Overcoats (Heavy): 4s 6d ($1.15)
• Ladies' Costumes: 4s 6d ($1.15)
• Coat and Vest: 2s 3d ($0.55)
• Trousers: 2s 3d ($0.55)
• Overcoats (Light): 2s 3d ($0.55)
• Waists and Jackets: 2s 3d ($0.55)

Passenger Elevators. There are two elevators provided for the use of passengers, running between the Boat, Promenade, A, B and C Decks.

Verandah, situated on the Boat Deck, where light refreshments are served.

Photographic Dark Room. A dark room fitted with all the necessary equipment has been installed for the use of passengers wishing to develop photographs during the voyage.

Stenographer. An experienced Stenographer is carried, and his services are at the disposal of passengers at the following charges: —

• 2 ½ d. or 5 cents per folio (72 words).
• 1d. or 2 cents, per folio for Carbon copies.
• 1s. 6d. or 40 cents (minimum) for a letter.

Particulars can be obtained at the Enquiry Office.

Hot and Cold Water. All Staterooms on the Promenade, A, B and C Decks are fitted with hot and cold water supply.

PUBLIC TELEPHONES With Booths and Operators on our New York Piers

RECEPTION OFFICER For the convenience of passengers not fully conversant with the English language, the Company has appointed to this steamer a RECEPTION OFFICER able to converse in the majority of European languages, and whose services are at the disposal of passengers, if required.

Enquiry for the Reception Officer should be made at the Purser's Office, and it is hoped that passengers will not hesitate to avail of his services.

Source: RMS Homeric First Class Passenger List - 6 August 1930

 

Information for Tourist Third Cabin Passengers - August 1930

 

Divine Service will be held on Sundays at 11:00 am

SEATS AT TABLE. Passengers should apply to the Chief Tourist Steward for reservation of seats.

UPPER BERTHS. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in or out of same on applying to the Steward or Stewardess.

THE PURSER'S OFFICE. Letters. Cables, Telegrams and Marconigrams are received or delivered, and Postage Stamps can be purchased.

None of the ship's staff other than those on duty in the Purser's Office are authorized to accept Letters or Telegrams for despatch.

CHARGES COLLECTED ON BOARD. Passengers are requested to ask for a receipt on the Company's Form for any additional Passage Money, Chair or Steamer Kug Hire, charges collected for Marconigrams, Cablegrams or Telegrams or Freight paid on board.

PASSENGERS MAIL. On the steamers arrival passengers should enquire personally whether there is any mail for them, and before disembarking they are invited to leave their addresses at the Purser's office in order that later despatches may be redirected.

LIBRARY. Books can be obtained on applying to the Library Steward.

CINEMATOGRAPH PERFORMANCES. Cinematograph performances will be given in a location which will be advised from time to time.

DECK CHAIRS and STEAMER RUGS can be hired on application to the Deck Steward, at a charge of 4/- (or $1) each for the voyage.

MEDICAL ATTENDANCE. 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 the voyage. In the case of sickness originating on the voyage no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free in all circumstances.

BARBER. The Barber's hours are from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, and he is authorized to make the following charges:—

* Shampoos & Massage of a special character as per prices displayed in Hairdressing room.

The Barber is allowed the privilege of selling various souvenirs and small articles on his own account.

RAILWAY TIME TABLES of the various Companies can be obtained on applying to the Lihrary Steward.

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers, the Line has provided in the Purser's Oftice a safe in which money, jewels, ornaments, documents or other valuables may be deposited by passengers.

A receipt for any articles so deposited will be issued by the Purser, but the Line does not, having regard to the ticket conditions and to the provisions of Suction 502 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, and of Section 4281 of the Revised Statutes of the United States, accept any responsibility for the safe custody of any such articles.

Passengers are accordingly advised to protect themselves by insurance.

EXCHANGE OF MONEY. The Purser is prepared, for the convenience of passengers, to exchange a limited amount of Knglish, American and Canadian money, at rates which will be advised on application.

TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES, payable in all parts of Europe, U.S.A., and Canada, can be purchased at all the principal offices of the Company. These Cheques are accepted on board 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 Baggage Master on board. Uncrated Automobiles carried as baggage must be included on the U.S. Customs Declaration, which will facilitate Customs clearance.

BAGGAGE should bear initial label of surname to facilitate correct grouping in Customs shed, also label with owner's name and address. On arrival, baggage will be grouped alphabetically in Customs shed. Passengers are required to attend personally to Customs examination.

RESERVATION OF PULLMAN SLEEPING AND PARLOUR CARS ON AMERICAN RAILROADS. Passengers desiring to make reservations should inform the Purser of their intentions; he will be pleased to Marconi at passengers' own expense.

DOGS and CATS. Passengers are notified that dogs and cats must be handed over to the care of the butcher, and when carried as baggage to be landed at New York, must be included in the U.S. Customs declaration.

PORTHOLES. As it is dangerous for passengers to handle the Ports, they are requested to ask the Bedroom Steward to open and close the Portholes in the staterooms as required.

LECTURES. For the purpose of private lectures the White Star Line will be pleased to loan sets of slides as well as a printed lecture in cases where desired by Tourist passengers who may wish to lecture in Great Britain and Ireland upon their experiences and visits to the United States and Canada.

COMPLAINTS. It is our earnest and constant endeavour to satisfy and please our passengers. Should any cause for complaint arise it is requested that such should be at once reported to the Commander, Purser or Chief Steward.

SERVICE. Suggestions for the improvement of the service will be welcomed.

NOTICE: LANDING CARDS. It is necessary that passengers present their Landing Cards, together with Passports, to the United States Immigration Inspector for endorsement before leaving the vessel.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR Round Trip Tourist Passengers

Passengers holding return tickets who are undecided about their Untied States and Canadian addresses should advise same to our nearest office in United States or Canada by mail or in person as soon as possible after arrival abroad. If this is done by letter, please mention sailing on which you will return and accommodation reserved for you.

All passengers holding return tickets are requested to communicate with our nearest office at least a week in advance of their sailing from United States or Canada, so that necessary formalities may be arranged In connection with their return passage.

For addresses of our Principal Offices see last page.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION

For those passengers who may be returning from the United States or Canada to Europe, and who have NOT yet made the necessary reservations, the Purser will be pleased to radio New York, Boston, or Montreal Office for any accommodation required.

This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the steamer and will, consequently, save them time and trouble after landing.

DANCE MUSIC

Dance music will be provided daily on the SS "Homeric" by skilled musicians who will play at the following hours :-

• 11:00 am to 12 noon
• 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm

RECEPTION OFFICER

For the convenience of passengers not fully conversant with the English language, the Company has appointed to this steamer a RECEPTION OFFICER able to converse in the majority of European languages, and whose services are at the disposal of passengers, if required. Enquiry for the Reception Officer should be made at the Purser's Office, and it is hoped that passengers will not hesitate to avail of his services.

Source: RMS Homeric Tourist Third Cabin Passenger List - 6 August 1930

 

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