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Ship's History

Queen Mary (1936) Cunard Line

Built by John Brown & Go., Ltd., Clydebank, Glasgow, Scotland. Tonnage: 80,774. Dimensions: 975'x 118' (1,018' O.I.). Propulsion: Quadruple-screw, 30 knots. Steam turbines. 200,000 s.h.p. Masts and Funnels: Two masts and three funnels. Comments: Laid down in August 1930. Work was suspended in December 1931 due to the depression. Building was resumed in April 1934. Launched September 26, 1934. Maiden Voyage: She commenced her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York on May 27, 1936, making the run from Bishop Rock to Ambrose Lightship in 4 days and 27 minutes at an average speed of 30.14 knots. Record Crossing: In 1938 she made a new eastward record by crossing in 3 days, 20 hours and 42 minutes. Note: From keel to masthead 234 feet. Foremost funnel 70 feet high from deck level; from keel to top of the funnel 180 feet high. The diameter of the funnels measures 30 feet. Length on water line 1,104 feet. Displacement before the war was listed as 77,482 tons. WW2 Service: Served as a troop ship in World War II. Post WW2: Re-entered trans-Atlantic service in August 1947. Naming the QM: The actual story of the naming of this wonderful luxury liner was revealed in the press. Sir Percy Bates, former head of the Cunard Line, told King George V of their decision to name the new ship "after one of Britain's most noble queens." The King, thinking they intended to name the liner after his wife, the Queen, expressed enthusiastic approval. The Cunard Line promptly fell in line with the King's thought, and the ship was christened Queen Mary. The company's previous intention was to name the vessel after Queen Victoria, keeping with their established policy of using only names ending in "ia" for their ships. Passenger accommodation as of 1960: 700 first, 680 cabin, 500 tourist. Fate: The Queen Mary was retired from passenger service in 1967 and was sold to the city of Long Beach, California, USA. The ship was permanently docked in Long Beach and was converted into a hotel and tourist attraction. Running mate: Queen Elizabeth.

Passenger Lists

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Front Cover of a Tourist Class Passenger List from the RMS Queen Mary of the Cunard Line, Departing 19 February 1955 from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, Commanded by Captain D. W. Sorrell. Each Class had a Separate Passenger List (and Different Cover) for this Voyage. GGA Image ID # 1f2596078c

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Menus

Brochures

Visit Europe First Class - Cunard White Star - 1949

For Ocean Voyaging in excellent comfort, travel First Class in any of the seven Cunard White Star transatlantic luxury liners, from the resplendent Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary, the world's largest and fastest passenger ships, to the smartly modern single-class Media and Parthia. Ships Covered in this Brochure Include the Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary, Mauretania, Caronia, Britannic, Media and Parthia.

Cunard White Star Tourist Class on the "Big Four" - 1949

This 1949 booklet is your gangplank. Step aboard and see for yourself the spacious public rooms and tasteful cabins wherein relaxation and recreation are the rules of the day. Tourist Class on the "Big Four" of the Cunard White Star Line -- Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary, Mauretania, and Britannic.

Programs

Passage Contracts, Tickets, and Receipts

Copy of Letter of 23 January 1953 from Cunard White Star to Passenger Mrs. Pauline Bunt Pertaining to a Guarantee of a Tourist Class Berth on the SS Queen Mary, 7 February 1953 from New York to Soutampton. Enclosures with the letter included ticket, luggage tags, and labels. GGA Image ID # 1f2fed5419

Example of a List of Outward-Bound Passengers (US Citizens and Nationals), Sailing from New York, 7 February 1953 on the SS Queen Mary Bound for the Port of Southampton. Form I-435 United States Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service (Rev. 1-5-48). List No. 13, P. 379. List Include Family Name, Given Name, Age, Sex, Address in the US, US Passport No., Place of Birth, and Length of Time Passenger Intends to Remain Abroad. GGA Image ID # 1f34a524a0

Title Pages

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Third Class Passenger List, 12 July 1939. GGA Image ID # 1f3073f4aa

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Tourist Class Passenger List, 19 September 1947. GGA Image ID # 1f30b396d8

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Cabin Class Passenger List, 28 January 1950. GGA Image ID # 1f30ff374f

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Tourist Class Passenger List, 8 February 1950. GGA Image ID # 1f31a17afb

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Tourist Class Passenger List, 7 October 1950. GGA Image ID # 1f32056552

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Tourist Class Passenger List, 14 October 1950. GGA Image ID # 1f33011a2a

Title Page, RMS Queen Mary Tourist Class Passenger List, 15 August 1951. GGA Image ID # 1f33a65150

Senior Officers and Staff

List of Officers, RMS Queen Mary, 19 September 1947. Tourist Class Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f30b76500

List of Officers, Queen Mary, 28 January 1950. Cabin Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f313fcd10

List of Officers, RMS Queen Mary, 8 February 1950. Tourist Class Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f31efe9e4

List of Officers, RMS Queen Mary, 7 October 1950. Tourist Class Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f32f64264

List of Officers, RMS Queen Mary, 14 October 1950. Tourist Class Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f33109e9b

List of Officers, RMS Queen Mary, 15 August 1951. Tourist Class Passenger List. GGA Image ID # 1f34586658

Books

Sailing Schedules

Westbound Sailing Schedule, from Liverpool or Southampton to Boston, New York, Québec, or Montréal via Belfast, Cherbourg, Greenock, Galway, or Le Havre, from 24 July 1924 to 7 October 1924. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Carinthia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 24 July 1936. GGA Image ID # 1eccbb8952

Eastbound Sailing Schedule, from Boston, New York, Québec, or Montréal to Glasgow, Liverpool, London, or Soutampton via Belfast, Cherbourg, Cobh, Galway, Greenock, Le Havre, or Plymouth, from 24 July 1936 to 7 October 1936. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Carinthia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 24 July 1936. GGA Image ID # 1ecd389488

Westbound Sailing Schedule, Cunard White Star Vessels, from 28 July 1937 to 6 October 1937. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Ascania, Athenia, Aquitania, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Aquitania Cabin Class Passenger List, 28 July 1937. GGA Image ID # 20bfda234f

Eastbound Sailing Schedule, Cunard White Star Vessels, from 28 July 1937 to 6 October 1937. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Ascania, Athenia, Aquitania, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Aquitania Cabin Class Passenger List, 28 July 1937. GGA Image ID # 20bfdeea90

Cunard White Star Westbound Sailing Schedule for September to November 1937. Ships Include the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. GGA Image ID # 1db7e0cf97

Cunard White Star Eastbound Sailing Schedule for September to November 1937. Ships Include the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. GGA Image ID # 1db80746e8

Westbound Sailing Schedule from 7 June 1939 to 16 August 1939. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Ascania, Athenia, Aquitania, Aurania, Ausonia, Britannic, Carinthia, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Mauretania, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Aquitania Passenger List, 7 June 1939. GGA Image ID # 1e141a92c5

Eastbound Sailing Schedule from 7 June 1939 to 16 August 1939. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Britannic, Carinthia, Georgic, Laconia, Letitia, Mauretania, Queen Mary, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Aquitania Passenger List, 7 June 1939. GGA Image ID # 1e1424c50b

Photographs

First Class Main Lounge on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f264c24d1

First Class Smoking Room on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f26f155ec

First Class Restaurant on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f26f71afd

Verandah Grill for First Class Passengers on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f27966d09

First Class Stateroom on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f27a1c49e

Single Bed Stateroom for First Class Passengers on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f27e7aa15

First Class Swimming Pool on the RMS Quen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f28dd9294

Enclosed Promenade Deck with Deck Chairs for First Class Passengers on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f29493c9d

First Class Observation Lounge and Cocktail Bar on the RMS Queen Mary. First Class to Europe, 1949. GGA Image ID # 1f296d182c

Tourist Class Lounge on the RMS Queen Mary. Cunard White Star Tourist Class, 1949. GGA Image ID # 11ee1e13b3

Tourist Class Smoking Room on the RMS Queen Mary. Cunard White Star Tourist Class, 1949. GGA Image ID # 11ee249198

Tourist Class Winter Garden Lounge on the RMS Queen Mary. Cunard White Star Tourist Class, 1949. GGA Image ID # 11eeabcf22

Tourist Class Three-Berth Stateroom on the RMS Queen Mary. Cunard White Star Tourist Class, 1949. GGA Image ID # 11ef0b33cd

RMS Queen Mary -- The World's Faster Liner. 81,273 Gross Tons. 1,995 Passengers. Cunard White Star Tourist Class, 1949. GGA Image ID # 11f02e88ae

RMS Queen Elizabeth and RMS Queen Mary at Southampton, 27 September 1946. GGA Image ID # 1f30d96619

Illustrations and Paintings

Painting of the RMS Queen Mary by W. Thomas, Cunard Line RMS Queen Mary Cabin Class Passenger List - 5 August 1936. GGA Image ID # 1672eadf00

Painting of the RMS Queen Mary from a Farewell Dinner Menu, 1 April 1953. GGA Image ID # 1de3862c19

Postcards

Large Format Postcard of the RMS Queen Mary, Length 1,020 Feet, Breadth 118 Feet, Tonnage 81,235. GGA Image ID # 1de2b87981

Front Side, Cunard RMS Queen Mary Color Postcard, Postally Used 17 June 1952. GGA Image ID # 1f34feb06e

Front Side, The RMS Queen Mary Postcard, ca January 1935. No. 534. The World's Largest Liner. This sketch, especially drawn to scale for "The Daily Telegraph" by Mr. J. Macpherson, shows how the new Cunard liner, 534, will compare with the Houses of Parliament when she is finished. The height of the Victoria Tower from the top of the mast to the ground is 420 ft.; the 534, from masthead to water-line, will measure 250 ft.; the ship's length will be 1,018 ft., against the Houses' 940 ft. From the top of the vessel's funnels to the water line, it will measure 130 ft. The new liner will have a tonnage of 75,000 and a speed exceeding 30 knots, making her the world's largest and latest ship. She will carry 5,000 passengers. GGA Image ID # 1f3536b5cb

Excerpts from Information for Passengers

Information for Passengers - 5 August 1936

VERANDAH GRILL is located on Sun deck.

Meals will be served during the hours of 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

A charge of 5/- is made to each passenger occupying a seat at a table during these hours.

AUTOMOBILES. In order to facilitate Customs clearance uncrated automobiles must be included on the U.S. Declaration Form.

BAGGAGE. Questions relating to Baggage should be referred to the Purser or ship's Baggage Master.

U.S. Customs. All passengers are required to make a declaration of personal baggage for the U.S. Customs authorities at New York. Blank declaration forms are obtainable from the Purser. Returning residents of the United States must declare all articles acquired abroad but wearing apparel and personal effects taken overseas from the U.S. in the first case are entitled to be passed free of duty upon return.

An exemption of $100.00 worth of purchases is allowed each returning resident, subject to certain conditions which will be detailed by the Customs officer. Visitors may take in free of duty wearing apparel and personal effects not intended for sale, but must declare all articles not included in this category. Severe penalties are imposed upon persons who make false declarations as to value, ownership or use of articles or who attempt to bribe or recompense a Customs officer.

Customs Examination. All articles liable to Customs duty must be declared. Any passenger who is in doubt should see the Purser or Baggage Master who will provide the latest information available.

On arrival baggage will be grouped alphabetically in Customs shed for examination. To help the passing and claiming of baggage passengers should have one of the Company's labels, bearing the initial letter of their surname, affixed to each piece. The bedroom stewards have a supply of these labels and will affix them prior to landing.

It is for passengers themselves to see that all their baggage is passed by the Customs authorities on landing, and they are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs shed, otherwise delay and extra charges for carriage will be incurred in forwarding to destination any baggage not accompanying passengers directly from the ship.

Baggage Insurance. Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage as the Company's liability is strictly limited in accordance with the terms of the passage contract. Baggage Insurance carrying worldwide cover can be arranged through the Purser's office.

BANKING—FOREIGN MONEY EXCHANGE. A branch of the Midland Bank is available on board the ship where passengers wishing to exchange money, or transact other banking business will receive every attention.

CATERING. Passengers are invited to advise the Restaurant Manager or Head Waiter of their preference in the matter of diet and cooking and they can be assured of every attention to their wishes. Cooks of various nationalities are included in the kitchen personnel. It is suggested that passengers order their meals in advance, and the aforementioned officials will readily assist passengers in making their choice.

CHEQUES. Passengers are advised that the Purser cannot accept private cheques.

CHANGES IN ACCOMMODATION. The Purser alone is authorized to make changes in accommodation and may only do so on payment of any difference in fare which may be required according to the Company's current tariffs.

COMPLAINTS. Passengers entertaining any cause for complaint are requested to communicate particulars to a responsible officer in the ship, so that an opportunity may be afforded to adjust matters.

DECK CHAIRS, CUSHIONS AND RUGS are available for hire and can be obtained through the Deck Steward at the price of 5/- each article.

(Each rug is contained in a sealed envelope and bears a serial number worked into the material, thus enabling passengers to identify their own rugs).

DOGS. Passengers are notified that dogs should be handed over to the care of the livestock attendant and that they are not allowed in public rooms or on the passenger decks. Deck space over 80 feet in length is provided for the exercise of animals, on the Sun Deck, where kennels with accommodation for 26 dogs are also located.

FIRE PRECAUTIONS. Passengers are specially requested to exercise care in disposing of cigar and cigarette ends and matches and to make use of the receptacles provided for the purpose in the different parts of the ship, in view of the serious consequences which can arise from carelessness in this respect. Throwing lighted cigarettes, etc., overboard should also be avoided.

FIRE AND LIFEBOAT STATIONS. Passengers are earnestly requested to acquaint themselves with the notice in the staterooms regarding lifeboat and fire stations.

The Captain specially appeals to passengers to assist him by promptly mustering at their appointed stations at all times when passenger boat station muster is being held.

Only by immediate attendance at this important muster can passengers obtain the necessary instructions which are so vital to the well-being of all on board. The co-operation of every passenger is earnestly desired.

HAIRDRESSING SALOONS AND BEAUTY PARLOUR. Situated amidships on "B" Deck are fully equipped with modern appliances for the treatment of the hair and various forms of beauty culture.

IMPORTATION OF LIQUOR. A considerable quantity of liquor imported in the baggage of passengers is purchased " in bond " at a price below the regular market value in the country of purchase and for that reason attention is called to the fact by the Collector. U.S. Customs Service, that the above market value must be ascertained and declared by the passenger instead of the price actually paid.

LANDING ARRANGEMENTS. The Purser will furnish passengers with a small card, detailing the landing arrangements, before arrival.

LANDING CARDS. It is necessary that passengers present their landing cards, together with passports to the Immigration Inspector for endorsement before leaving the ship.

LIBRARY. The ship has a fully-equipped library and passengers are invited to borrow the volumes—no charge will be made.

MAIL. Passengers who may expect letters, postal packages, etc., should apply at the mail office, and also leave their addresses so that any mail, etc., arriving after they have landed, can be re-directed.

MEDICAL MASSAGE AND ELECTRO THERAPY. Passengers desiring medical massage or electro therapy treatment, should arrange an appointment with the ship's medical officers.

This department is under the direction of the ship's medical officers, and treatment is administered by qualified attendants at the following charges :—

• Local massage : 7/6
• Ultraviolet irradiation : 5/-
• Infra-Red irradiation : 5/-
• Ultraviolet and infra-Red: 7/6
• Diathermy: 10/-
• X-Ray photograph and examination: £1.

PASSAGE TICKETS. Passengers are requested to hand their passage tickets to their bedroom stewards as soon as possible after embarkation.

PAYMENTS. Passengers should obtain a receipt on the Company's form for any payments made on board for additional passage money, rugs, chairs, excess baggage, etc.

PORTHOLES. As it is dangerous for passengers to handle the ports they are requested to ask the bedroom steward to open and close the ports in the staterooms as may be desired.

PROFESSIONAL GAMBLERS are reported as frequently travelling in Atlantic ships and passengers are warned to take precautions accordingly.

RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE. Passengers can speak from the ship to Great Britain, France, Germany, Spain, Holland, Belgium. Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Austria, and to the United States and Canada.

RADIO RECEIVERS AND ELECTRICAL APPARATUS. Private radio receivers or other electrical apparatus must not be operated or connected to the ship's electrical supply circuits without official approval, applications for which should be made to the Purser. Passengers using loud-speakers are requested to avoid disturbing their fellow passengers.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION. For the convenience of those passengers who may he returning from Canada or the United States to Europe and who have not yet made the necessary arrangements the Purser will be pleased to radio for any accommodation required. This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the ship and will consequently save them time and trouble after landing.

ROTARIANS travelling by this ship are invited to inspect the Rotary Register at the Purser's office and subscribe their names. The Purser will be glad, providing circumstances permit, to arrange an informal meeting during the voyage.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR ROUND TRIP PASSENGERS. All passengers holding return tickets are requested to communicate with the most convenient Company's office, if possible at least a week in advance of their intended sailing from the United States or Canada, so that the necessary formalities may be arranged in connection with their passage.

If for any reason the holder of a return ticket should be unable to travel by the sailing shown thereon, immediate advice should be given to the nearest Company's office, so that any accommodation held can be released and new reservation made in sailing selected.

DEPARTURE FROM AMERICA—U.S. SAILING PERMIT. All passengers other than U.S. citizens require to obtain a sailing permit or income tax clearance prior to departure from the United States. This document can be obtained without difficulty from the Collector of Internal Revenue in each district, or on personal application, with passport and passage ticket a day or two before sailing, at Room 131, U.S. Custom House, foot of Broadway. New York City.

STENOGRAPHER. An experienced stenographer is carried whose services are at the disposal of passengers. Particulars of charges can be obtained at the Purser's Office.

STEWARDS SPEAKING FOREIGN LANGUAGES. Stewards speaking a number of European languages are available for the convenience of passengers and may be identified by the badge worn on the lapel of their coat bearing the flag of the country the language of which they speak.

THE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON are authorized to make customary charges for their services, subject to the approval of the Captain.

REGISTERED NURSES are on board, whose services are available as necessary under the direction of the ship's medical officers.

TRAVEL INFORMATION. The Travel Bureau on the Main Deck is at the disposal of passengers for furnishing detailed information concerning ship, rail or air connections and arrangements can be made for tickets and reservations to be obtained.

TURKISH AND ELECTRIC BATHS are available with expert Masseur and Masseuse in attendance, for the use of passengers, at the following charges: —

• Electric bath, including alcohol rub: 10/-
• Turkish bath: 10/-
• General massage: 7/6

Passengers desiring to take a series of electric or Turkish baths, may do so at an inclusive charge of 25/- for the voyage.

The baths are open for the use of gentlemen and ladies during the following hours: —

• GENTLEMEN: 7 am to 10 am and 2.30 pm to 7.30 pm
• LADIES:10 am to 2.30 pm

VALETING SERVICE. A clothes pressing room, In charge of an expert attendant, is provided and work of this kind will be carried out for passengers at the following charges:

GENTLEMEN                   

• Lounge and dress suits: 4s. 0d.   
• Lounge and dress coats: 2s. 0d.
• Trousers and breeches: 2s. 0d.
• Overcoats—heavy: 4s. 0d.
• Overcoats—light: 3s. 0d.  

LADIES       

• Suits, costumes, coat, frocks or dresses: 4s. 0d.
• Dress coats and plain cloaks: 4s. 0d.
• Skirts: 2s. 0d.
• Special charges for Garments — velvet, silk or pleated fancy dress, blouses and scarves.                  

VALUABLES. For the convenience of passengers having with them valuables, or articles of jewelry, a Safe Deposit is installed, adjacent to the Purser's office on " A " Deck. The Safe Deposit contains nearly 300 compartments and passengers desiring to avail of this facility should make request to the Purser who will supply a key.

Passengers are asked to exercise care to avoid mislaying the key handed to them as in the case' of loss, delay may result in obtaining access to the contents of the compartment allotted. Keys are to be returned to the Purser on the completion of the voyage.

The Company can accept no liability as to the contents placed in a compartment of the Safe Deposit and passengers are advised to protect themselves by Insurance.

In their own interest passengers are advised not to leave articles of value lying about.

Source: RMS Queen Mary Passenger List - 5 August 1936

Information for Passengers - 2 September 1936

Checking baggage on arrival at New York. Facilities are available whereby passengers may arrange with the ship's Baggage Master for the transfer of their baggage from the Company's pier in New York to any point in Greater New York, Jersey City and Hoboken, including railroad terminals, hotels, residences, express companies or warehouses.

Passengers are thus relieved of this detail after disembarking. Rates and further information regarding this service can be obtained at the Purser's office.

Baggage in Bond. Passengers en route to destinations outside the U.S.A. may have their checked baggage forwarded "In Bond" to a frontier point under Customs manifest without examination of the contents by a Customs officer at New York. The Purser or Baggage Master will be pleased to supply information.

UPPER BERTHS. Passengers occupying upper berths can obtain steps for getting in and out thereof on application to the Steward or Stewardess.

Source: RMS Queen Mary Passenger List - 2 September 1936

Information for Passengers - 29 October 1938

NOTICE TO PASSENGERS - TAXI-CABS. Taxicabs are no longer permitted by the New York City Authorities to enter any City pier properties for the purpose of receiving or discharging passengers or baggage. The taxicab facilities heretofore provided on arrival day inside the pier are, therefore, no longer available. Passengers desiring taxicabs upon arrival at New York are now required to go outside the pier and make their own transportation arrangements with taxicabs.

Passengers are warned against using the services of unauthorized porters and baggage transfer men outside the pier gates in New York. Reliable baggage transfer men are available inside the piers. Authorized porters wear " Cunard White Star " blouses which are numbered.

PASSENGERS' MAIL - INWARD AND OUTWARD STEAMERS. Passengers expecting urgent letters or telegrams should notify the Purser's Office. For the convenience of passengers, telegrams and postal matter are received aboard and distributed but without any responsibility whatsoever on the part of Cunard White Star Limited for non-delivery, mis-delivery or delay.

Mail received for passengers addressed care of our New York Office is assembled in readiness for distribution to passengers immediately on arrival, and when leaving the ship at New York passengers are requested to enquire for mail at the mail desk, which is located on the quay side.

It will assist the system of delivery if letters are endorsed prominently in the top left-hand corner " Passengers' Mail " and addressed care of Cunard White Star at port of departure or arrival and also bear the following particulars :—

• Name of passenger (in full).
• Class of Travel (Inward or Outward)
• passenger per (Name of Ship).
• Date of departure or arrival.

Accommodation Addresses. When it is desired to use any of the Company's Offices as accommodation addresses, it is essential that the envelopes be endorsed prominently in the top left-hand corner "Passengers' Mail, to await instructions" and be addressed care of the appropriate Cunard White Star Office or Agency.

Source: RMS Queen Mary Passenger List - 29 October 1938

Information for Passengers - 6 June 1952

MEETING OF ROTARIANS

Rotarians travelling are invited to inspect the Rotary Register at the Purser’s Office and subscribe their names. A meeting will be held in the Drawing Room, Promenade Deck, on Saturday at 10.45 a.m.

LIONS INTERNATIONAL AND KIWANIS

Members of the above are kindly requested to hand their names in to the Purser’s Office. A meeting will be held in the Drawing Room, Promenade Deck, on Saturday at 5.00 p.m.

U.S. LANDING CARDS AND BAGGAGE DECLARATIONS

All passengers who have not yet collected their U.S. Landing Cards and Baggage Declaration Forms from the Purser’s Office, “R” Deck, are requested to do so between 9.15 and 11.30 a.m. today. Please present Passports and Travel Documents when making application.

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

The attention of passengers is called to the Table Tennis Tournament Entry Form, which is on the blackboard, “R” Deck Square. The entries will close at Noon tomorrow.

Competitors are requested to assemble by the tables at 2.30 p.m. tomorrow.

BRIDGE, CHESS OR CANASTA

Passengers who wish to play Bridge. Chess or Canasta are invited to meet in the Smoke Room. Promenade Deck, between 2.30 and 3.00 p.m. today.

CONCERT

It is proposed to hold a Concert during the voyage. Will passengers who are able and willing to assist please give their names to the Purser as soon as possible to enable a programme to be prepared.

CLOCKS

Clocks will be RETARDED One Hour at Midnight.

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 6 June 1952

Information for Passengers - 7 June 1952

SQUARE DANCING

It is proposed to hold a rehearsal for a Square Dance in the “A” Deck Lounge at 5.00 p.m. on Saturday, weather permitting.

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

All competitors are requested to assemble at the tables on Main Deck at 2.30 p.m. today.

BRIDGE, CHESS OR CANASTA

Passengers who wish to play Bridge, Chess or Canasta are invited to meet in the Smoke Room. Promenade Deck, between 2.30 and 3.00 p.m. today.

SWIMMING GALA

It is proposed to hold a Swimming Gala during the voyage. Passengers wishing to participate are requested to hand in their names to the Swimming Pool attendant (“E” Deck).

CLOCKS

Clocks will be RETARDED One Hour at Midnight.

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 7 June 1952

Information for Passengers - 8 June 1952

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

Remaining competitors are requested to assemble by the tables at 2.30 p.m. today.

CHILDREN’S TEA PARTY

Children and their parents are requested to assemble on “B” Deck Square at 3.30 p.m. They will then be conducted to the party.

CLOCKS

Clocks will be RETARDED One Hour at Midnight

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 8 June 1952

Information for Passengers - 28 March 1953

Passengers’ Declaration Forms

All Passengers are requested to complete their Blue Declaration Forms and hand them in to the Purser’s Office as soon as possible.

Fancy Head-Dress Competition

It is proposed to hold a FANCY HEAD-DRESS COMPETITION during the voyage. Prizes will be awarded for the most artistic, original and amusing entries. Passengers wishing to enter the competition are requested to register their names at the Purser’s Office, “R” Deck.

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 28 March 1953

Information for Passengers - 29 March 1953

LIONS INTERNATIONAL AND KIWANIS

A meeting of Lions International and Kiwanis will be held in the in the Drawing Room, Promenade Deck, today, at 3.45 p.m.

BRITISH IMMIGRATION INSPECTION

All passengers landing at SOUTHAMPTON who have not yet presented their Landing Cards to the British Immigration Officer in the Smoke Room, “A” Deck, should do so between the hours of 9.15 and 11.00 a.m. today. It will be necessary for all adult members of families to attend this inspection.

INFORMAL CONCERT

It is proposed to hold an informal Concert during the voyage. Will passengers who are able and willing to assist please give their names to the Purser as soon as possible to enable a programme to be prepared.

CLOCKS

Clocks will be ADVANCED 20 minutes at 5.00 p.m., 10 00 p.m. and 2.00 a.m.

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 29 March 1953

Information for Passengers - 30 March 1953

BRITISH IMMIGRATION INSPECTION

The following passengers, landing at SOUTHAMPTON, are kindly requested to present their Landing Cards and Passports to the British Immigration Officer in the Smoke Room on “A” Deck today:

• 9.15 to 9.30 a.m.: Any passenger holding a RED Landing Card who did not see the Immigration Officer yesterday
• 9.30 a.m. to Noon:  Passengers holding BLUE Landing Cards

It will be necessary for all adult members of families to attend this inspection

MEETING OF ROTARIANS

Rotarians travelling are invited to inspect the Rotary Register at the Purser’s Office and subscribe their names. A meeting will be held in the Drawing Room, Promenade Deck, today (Monday), at 10.45 a.m.

Source: Events Program - RMS Queen Mary - 30 March 1953

Autographs

Autographs from an RMS Queen Mary Dinner Menu, 11 August 1952. GGA Image ID # 1de6c7a3f5

Autographs on an RMS Queen Mary Farewell Dinner Menu from 1 April 1953. GGA Image ID # 1de31c184e

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Deck Plans

RMS Queen Mary "A" Deck Schematic. GGA Image ID # 1f353f6853. Click to View Larger Image.