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RMS Samaria (1921) of the Cunard Line. GGA Image ID # 1d36b4ff54

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Samaria (1921) Cunard Line

RMS Scythia and RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line. 20,000 Ton Oil-Burning Steamships. Cunard to Europe via Boston, 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f4b6a0f03

Built by Cammell, Laird & Co., Birkenhead, England. Tonnage: 19,597. Dimensions: 601' x 73' (624' o.I.). Twin- screw, 16 1/2 knots. Steam turbines. Two masts and one funnel. Launched: November 27, 1920. Passengers: 350 first, 350 second, 1,500 third. Maiden voyage: Liverpool-Boston, April 19, 1922. World War II Service: Converted to troopship. Post War Modifications: After the war had accommodation for 248 first class and 641 tourist passengers. Fate: Broken up by British ship-breakers in 1956. Sister ships: Laconia and Scythia. Similar ships: Franconia and Carinthia.

1923-07-26 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Second Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing 26 July 1923 from Liverpool to Boston via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

1923-08-23 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Second Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing 23 August 1923 from Liverpool to Boston via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

1923-10-22 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Second Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Thursday, 22 October 1923 from Liverpool to Boston via Glasgow, Commanded by Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

1924-10-25 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Saloon Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Saturday, 25 October 1924 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Queenstown (Cobh), Commanded by Captain G. S. Horsburgh, O.B.E., R.D., R.N.R.

1931-08-29 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Cabin and Tourist Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Saturday, 29 August 1931 from Southampton to New York via Le Havre and Cobh, Commanded by Captain R. G. Malin, R.N.R.

1935-07-27 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Third Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Saturday, 27 July 1935 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Belfast and Galway, Commanded by Captain J. McRostie.

1935-08-24 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Third Class Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing 24 August 1935 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Belfast and Galway, Commanded by Captain J. McRostie.

1936-07-24 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Cabin Class and Tourist Class Passenger Lists for the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Friday, 24 July 1936 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Belfast and Greenock, Commanded by Captain J. McRostie.

1936-08-21 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Tourist Passenger List for the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing Friday, 21 August 1936 from Liverpool to Boston and New York via Belfast and Greenock, Commanded by Captain J. McRostie.

1949-09-09 RMS Samaria Passenger List

Youth Argosy (Students) Passenger List from the RMS Samaria of the Cunard Line, Departing 9 September 1949 from London to Quebec via Le Havre, Commanded by Captain A. B. Fasting, R.D., R.N.R.

Cunard to Liverpool via Cobh (Queenstown) - 1920s

Superb interior photographs of the Cunard steamships Carinthia, Franconia, Laconia, Samaria, and Scythia makes this an excellent brochure from the 1920s. The uniqueness of this booklet is greatly improved by the inclusions of context with photo captions.

Cunard Tourist Third Cabin Accommodations - 1920s

Tourist Third Cabin replaced the old Third Class on the Cunard Steamships, the refinished accommodations attracted students, professors, young business people, and bargain-hunters filling the cabins left mostly empty from the decline of the immigrant trade. This is a photo journal of the accommodations found in the new Tourist Third Cabin class. Ships Featured: Andania, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Caronia and Carmania, Laconia, Samaria, Scythia, Tuscania, and Lancastria.

Cunard To Boston - 1922

The re-opening of the Liverpool-Queenstown-Boston Service with the “ Samaria,” one of the finest and largest of the new post-War Cunarders, emphasizes the importance which the Cunard Company attaches to this Service.

Going Abroad via Cunard and Anchor Lines - 1923

Excellent brochure from 1923 provides numerous photographs, the majority interior views of the many steamships in the fleets of the Cunard and Anchor Lines. Ships covered include Albania, Aquitania, Assyria, Berengaria, Cameronia, Carmania, Caronia, Columbia, Franconia, Laconia, Mauretania, Samaria, Saxonia, Scythia, Tuscania, Tyrrhenia, and "A" Class Ships. Additional features included Cold Buffets, Assorted Staterooms, and a large format Map of "Strange Lands and Foreign Ports Reached by Cunard and Anchor Passenger Services."

Cunard Line Second Class to Europe - 1927

12-Page brochure covers the Boston to Europe route of the Cunard Line in 1927. Interior photographs help to illustrate the second class accommodations available on the Samaria, Scythia, and Laconia.

1930s - Horse Racing Program - RMS Samaria

The ever-popular "Horse Racing" program from the 1930s, this one on the RMS Samaria of the Cunard White Star Line. Presented by the "Samaria Jockey Club, race entries included Headache by Cocktails out of Various, Slender by Diet out of Vanity, and many more.

1936-07-30 Cabaret Concert Program - RMS Samaria

A Cabaret Concert in the Tourist Class Smoking Room onboard the RMS Samaria of the Cunard White Star Line on 30 July 1936. This charity concert benefited British, American, and Canadian Seamen’s charitable organizations.

Sailing Schedule, Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-New York, from 3 August 1922 to 4 November 1922. Ships Included the Carmania, Caronia, Laconia, Samaria, Scythia and Tyrrhenia. RMS Laconia Passenger List, 24 August 1922. GGA Image ID # 1e9b4c4a8c

Sailing Schedule, Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-New York and Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-Boston, from 6 October 1923 to 29 March 1924. Ships Included the Albania, Ausonia, Cameronia, Carmania, Caronia, Franconia, Laconia, Samaria, Scythia, and Tyrrhenia. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f18c82ce2

Proposed Sailings, Cunard Line, Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-New York, and Liverpool-Queenstown (Cobh)-Boston, from 8 August 1925 to 6 February 1926. Ships Included the Alaunia, Aurania, Carinthia, Carmania, Franconia, Laconia, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Alaunia Passenger List, 21 August 1925. GGA Image ID # 1dff443705

Sailing Schedule, Liverpool, Cobh (Queenstown)-New York-Boston, from 12 November 1927 to 29 April 1928. Ships Included the Andania, Aurania, Carinthia, Carmania, Caronia, Franconia, Laconia, Samaria, and Scythia. RMS Aquitania Passenger List, 26 November 1927. GGA Image ID # 1e119dff3d

Sailing Schedule, Liverpool-Canadian Ports, from 11 November 1927 to 9 April 1928. Ships Included the Alaunia, Andania, Antonia, Ascania, Athenia, Ausonia, Carmania, Lancastria, Letitia, Samaria, Scythia, and Tuscania. RMS Aquitania Passenger List, 26 November 1927. GGA Image ID # 1e11e04456

Westbound Sailings of the White Star Line from 6 October 1934 to 2 February 1935. Ships Included the Alaunia, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Carinthia, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Lancastria, Laurentic, Letitia, Majestic, Olympic, Samaria, Scythia, and Transylvania. The Schedule Includes Originating, Calling, and Destination Ports for Each Voyage. RMS Britannic Passenger List, 6 October 1934. GGA Image ID # 1e3159e0ee

Eastbound Sailings of the White Star Line from 6 October 1934 to 14 February 1935. Ships Included the Alaunia, Antonia, Aquitania, Ascania, Athenia, Aurania, Ausonia, Berengaria, Britannic, Carinthia, Doric, Franconia, Georgic, Laconia, Lancastria, Laurentic, Letitia, Majestic, Olympic, Samaria, Scythia, and Transylvania. The Schedule Includes Originating, Calling, and Destination Ports for Each Voyage. RMS Britannic Passenger List, 6 October 1934. GGA Image ID # 1e3178f51a

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

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

The RMS Samaria, Launched on 27 November 1920 at Birkenhead, is one of Cunard Line's new 21,000-Ton Class. She will be an oil burner and will be driven by double-reduction geared turbines. She will have luxurious accommodations for about 2,500 passengers. GGA Image ID # 1421356bf2

Painting of the Cunard Line RMS Samaria - RMS Samaria Passenger List, 9 September 1949. GGA Image ID # 172a0e3878

The Samaria Foyer. Cunard to Liverpool via Cobh (Queenstown) - 1920s. GGA Image ID # 117bcf418c

The Samaria Gymnasium. Cunard to Liverpool via Cobh (Queenstown) - 1920s. GGA Image ID # 117c3b02e6

The Samaria Writing Room. Cunard to Liverpool via Cobh (Queenstown) - 1920s. GGA Image ID # 117cbaf640

Another Detail of the Samaria Writing Room. Cunard to Liverpool via Cobh (Queenstown) - 1920s. GGA Image ID # 117ce634c4

Tourist Third Cabin Lounge on the Samaria. GGA Image ID # 119256f2c1

Tourist Third Cabin Dining Saloon on the Samaria. GGA Image ID # 119304066e

Second Class Dining Room on the RMS Samaria. Cunard Line Second Class to Europe - 1927. GGA Image ID # 11962c1d90

Second Class Two-Berth Stateroom on the RMS Samaria. Cunard Line Second Class to Europe - 1927. GGA Image ID # 1196d3b273

As You Stand on "A" Deck of the Samaria, This Beautiful Wide Foyer Greets Your Eyes. On the Left Is the Entrance to the Veranda Café, and on the Right, Is the Door to the Cozy Lounge, with the Elevator in the Center. Going Abroad, 1923. GGA Image ID # 1bc6525dde

Keeping Fit on the Samaria Is an Easy Matter When One Makes Use of the Professional Facilities of This Well-Equipped Gymnasium. An Instructor Is in Charge, so That You May Box, or Fence, or Use the "Horse" in Good Form. Going Abroad, 1923. GGA Image ID # 1bc6e3f34f

Twin Beds Make This Stateroom as Comfortable as Your Own Room at Home, and the Tasteful Accessories, the Good Prints on the Walls, Add to This Feeling of Charm, on the Scythia, Samaria, and Laconia. Going Abroad, 1923. GGA Image ID # 1bd1661a6f

Between Europe and the Dark Continent, Gibraltar Is the Impregnable Pillars of Hercules of Classic Lore. It Is a Vivid Port, Thronged by Many Intermingled Races. The Samaria Has Reached Gibraltar in Eight Days. Going Abroad, 1923. GGA Image ID # 1bc648955e

One of the Garden Lounges on the SS Samaria. Cunard to Europe via Boston, 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f4b9a4501

First Class Dining Saloon on the SS Samaria. Cunard to Europe via Boston, 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f4c0ac33e

The First Class Gymnasium on the SS Samaria. Cunard to Europe via Boston, 1925. GGA Image ID # 1f4c8c02d9

Back Cover, Cunard RMS Samaria Second Class Passenger List - 26 July 1923. GGA Image ID # 12322649e3

Back Cover, RMS Samaria Second Cabin Passenger List, 23 August 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f48f1c581

Second Class Plan of "C" Deck, SS Samaria, SS Scythia, and SS Laconia in the Boston-Queenstown-Liverpool Route. Note: C-90, 92, 94, and 96 are not available on SS Laconia. GGA Image ID # 1197980f1f. Click to View Larger Image.

Second Class Plan of "D" Deck for the SS Samaria, SS Scythia, and SS Laconia, in the Boston-Queenstown-Liverpool Route. GGA Image ID # 1197aa5137. Click to View Larger Image.

Color Postcard of the Cunard White Star Liner RMS Samaria. c1935. GGA Image ID # 1ecd64fbb2

Information for Passengers - 26 July 1923

Meals will be served at the following times in the Second Class Dining Saloon:

• Breakfast from 7:30 am to 8:30 am
• Luncheon from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
• Dinner from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

The Bars in the Second Class will not be open later than 11:00 pm., but it is within the discretion of the Commander to close them during the voyage at any time should he consider this course desirable.

SEATS AT TABLE.—Application may be made at any of the Chief Offices in advance, or to the Chief Second Class Steward on board the Steamer on day of sailing.

DIVINE SERVICE on Sunday at 10:30 am

DECK CHAIRS AND RUGS may be hired at a cost of 6/6 (or $1.50) each, on application to the Deck Steward. Each Rug is contained in a sealed cardboard box, and bears a serial number worked into the material so that passengers will have no difficulty in identifying their rugs.

At the end of each voyage, the rugs which have been in use are sent to the store and thoroughly cleaned, before being re-issued.

THE SURGEON is authorized to make customary charges, subject to the approval of the Commander, for treating any passengers at their request for any illness not originating on board the ship. In the case of sickness contracted on board no charge will be made and medicine will be provided free.

LIBRARIES.—In addition to a library of Standard Works, a special selection of up-to-date literature is available for the use of passengers.

BERTH LADDERS.—These may be obtained on application to Steward or Stewardess.

BERTHING OF PASSENGERS—No alterations can be made except officially through the Purser.

VALUABLES.—The Company is not responsible for theft if valuables or money are kept in the Staterooms. The same should be placed in charge of the Purser for deposit in his safe, and a receipt will be given on the Company's form.

As no charge is made for carriage the Company cannot accept any responsibility for loss or damage, however arising, but passengers can protect themselves by insurance.

PAYMENTS.—Passengers should obtain a receipt from the Purser on the Company's form for any additional Passage Money, Rugs, Chairs, Excess Baggage, Freight, etc.,
paid on board.

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. Dogs are carried at owner’s risk, rate being from ^3 upwards, payable to the Purser.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR WESTBOUND PASSENGERS.

BAGGAGE.—Westbound passengers proceeding from London to Southampton by special trains will pay to The Southern Railway at Waterloo Station, London, any ocean excess baggage charges due.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract ticket.

All enquiries regarding baggage on board ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.

Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room, otherwise considerable delay and extra charge for carriage will be incurred in forwarding to destination any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway.

BAGGAGE BY SPECIAL TRAINS.—Passengers can arrange with The Southern Railway, Waterloo Station, for their baggage to be collected and conveyed to Waterloo Station on a payment of one shilling per package.

Ocean passengers embarking at Southampton must personally claim their baggage at Waterloo Station or attend there and pay any excess charge due, failing which the baggage is liable to be detained.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT TRAINS—LONDON TO SOUTHAMPTON.—Arrangements have been made with The Southern Railway for early Saloon trains run from Waterloo to Southampton in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast cars attached for the convenience of Saloon passengers. Any passengers wishing to reserve seats in this car should advise either of the Cunard Company's London Offices.

Breakfast baskets will be supplied for Second Class passengers by the Railway Company, and these baskets can be purchased by passengers prior to the departure of the special train from Waterloo or passengers can order them in advance through either of the Cunard Company’s London Offices.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT TRAINS—LONDON TO LIVERPOOL.—Arrangements have been made with The London Midland & Scottish Railway for special trains run from Euston to Liverpool in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast, luncheon or dining car attached.

With regard to special coaches from Euston to Riverside attached to ordinary trains having breakfast, luncheon or dining cars, facility will be given for Cunard passengers to take their meals in these cars.

ARRIVALS AT BOSTON.—Passengers are landed at the Company’s Pier, East Boston, where railway tickets can be purchased, and baggage checked to any part of the United States and Canada. After landing, passengers should enquire at the desk on the wharf for letters and telegrams.

When any of the Company's steamers arrive at the Pier after 8:00 pm, passengers have the option of remaining on board overnight and landing after breakfast the following morning.

There is a taxi-cab agent on the pier by whom a good service at reasonable rates is provided to passengers requiring same. Passengers are recommended to engage their taxis before leaving the pier.

PASSENGERS’ MAIL AND ADDRESSES.—Arrangements have been made whereby letters for passengers on board the Company’s steamers at Southampton and Liverpool can be accepted for inclusion in special bags, which will be made up for the ship in London and Ports of Departure.

The letters in question, which must be registered and addressed C/o The Commander, Cunard Packet Southampton (or Liverpool), can be posted in any part of the United Kingdom up to the time at which ordinary registered letters to go by the same packets are received.

Passengers’ addresses may be left at the Purser's Office, in order that any letters received after passengers have left the ship may be forwarded.

Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.

TOURIST DEPARTMENT.—A Department is maintained at each of the Cunard Company’s American and Canadian Offices, where accurate information and helpful assistance relative to travel in the United States and throughout the world is at the disposal of patrons.

Cruises in season to the West Indies, Pacific Coast, South America, etc.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR EASTBOUND PASSENGERS.

BAGGAGE.—The Cunard Company at New York will collect from Eastbound passengers any Southern Railway excess rail charges due in connection with journey by special train from Southampton to London.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company’s liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract ticket.

All enquiries regarding baggage on board ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.

Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room, otherwise considerable delay and extra charge for carriage will be incurred in forwarding to destination any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway.

BAGGAGE BY SPECIAL TRAINS.—The Southern Railway.—Passengers landing at Southampton and proceeding to London by special train can hand their baggage over to The Southern Railway for delivery at passengers’ destination on their system, on payment of one shilling per package.

ARRIVALS AT CHERBOURG.—Under normal conditions passengers are landed by tender up to 10:00 pm, but if the ship arrives later, they will disembark after breakfast next morning.

In the event of the steamer not being able to land passengers sufficiently early to allow of their reaching Paris before the early hours of the following morning, there is at Cherbourg a comfortable hotel, the Casino, which can accommodate anyone who wishes to stay overnight in Cherbourg and travel to Paris during the daytime. The Purser can arrange reservations by wireless.

Hand-baggage is carried from the steamer to the tender by the stewards. Passengers are informed that from the time their hand-baggage is on the tender, they are solely responsible for it, and they must see that it is passed through the Customs and placed in their carriage on the special train.

All hand-baggage not claimed on the tender or left in the Customs is collected and included with registered baggage for Paris. For these packages there is a charge of Fcs. 20.00 per package, Cherbourg—Paris.

Passengers are advised that the Cunard Company cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by neglect on the part of passengers not claiming their hand-baggage on the tender. All baggage registered in New York for Cherbourg only if not claimed at the port is forwarded direct to Paris, a charge of Fcs. 20.00 per package being made irrespective of size or weight. (Heavy nailed case or bulky packages will be charged as freight.)

TICKETS.—All passengers without rail tickets can obtain them from the Company’s Office in the waiting room at Cherbourg, which they pass through after clearing through Customs.

SPECIAL TRAINS.—Special trains are run in connection with the arrival of steamers. Dining cars are attached to these trains, luncheons and dinners are served at Fcs. 15.00 per head, exclusive of wines.

RESERVED SEATS.—Passengers wishing to reserve first class seats in advance may, on application to the Purser, book same on board ship, provided they are in possession of first class rail tickets to Paris. There is no charge made for these reservations.

ARRIVALS AT PLYMOUTH.—Passengers are landed at any time of the day unless the steamer anchors after 9 p.m. In this case passengers will be landed at 7 o’clock the following morning, the latter hour to be advanced to 6:00 am between the period May ist to September 30th.

A special train will be dispatched to London providing the number of passengers warrants same.

Should the numbers not be sufficient for a special train and the steamer anchors before 9 p.m., passengers will be able to connect with the midnight train.

ARRIVALS AT SOUTHAMPTON.—Passengers will be landed up to 8:00 pm If the ship berths later passengers will disembark next morning after breakfast.

A Special Train will be dispatched to London (Waterloo Station) as soon as possible after landing, the journey occupying about 1 ¾ hours. Passengers are strongly recommended to purchase their rail tickets between Southampton and London at the Purser’s Office on board, as failure to do this may result in delay and inconvenience to the passenger.

It is notified for the information of passengers that the Cunard Company employ at Southampton the necessary labor for transfer of baggage from the steamer to the special trains at the ship's side for London.

Passengers on arrival will find representatives of well-known firms in the shed alongside the steamer, and if their special services are utilized for the handling of baggage they are authorized to charge according to tariff.

ARRIVALS AT LIVERPOOL. TIME OF LANDING PASSENGERS.—Under normal conditions when any of the Company’s steamers arrive alongside the Liverpool Landing Stage after 7:00 pm. it is optional for the passengers to go on shore that night. In the event, however, of their remaining on board, they will be landed after breakfast the following morning either at the Stage or in dock as circumstances permit.

In the same way when the vessel reaches the river but does not come alongside the Stage, to prevent inconvenience and to meet emergencies, any passengers desirous of disembarking will on arrival of the steamer be landed, with hand-baggage only, by tender.

CUSTOMS.—Tobacco, cigars, etc., wines, spirits and perfumery are subject to duty on being brought into the United Kingdom, and the smallest quantities should be declared to the Customs Authorities. When required, reprints of copyright books and music will be confiscated.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS IN GREAT BRITAIN.—The Cunard Company is in a position to arrange for the hire of Automobiles to passengers on arrival of their steamers at Liverpool, Plymouth, or Southampton. Programs of Tours with fixed prices for same can be obtained on application to the Pursers or the Company's Offices.

The Tours outlined cover the most interesting and historic places in Great Britain and offer a most enjoyable trip for persons desirous of seeing more of English rural life than is possible when travelling by rail from town to town.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS ON THE CONTINENT.—The Company’s Offices at Paris, Cherbourg and Hamburg are in a position to make arrangements for the hire of Cars to meet steamers at Hamburg and Cherbourg, and take passengers on long or short Tours, or direct to their destinations.

Pursers will be glad to give passengers particulars of rates of hire and any other information that they may desire.

AEROPLANE RESERVATIONS.—Seats can also be arranged for Aeroplane Services from London or Manchester to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Paris, Brussels, Berlin, etc., also from Cherbourg to Paris. Applications should be made to the Purser.

PASSENGERS’ MAIL AND ADDRESSES —Passengers should apply at the Mail Office on board for letters, and their addresses may be left there, in order that any communications received after passengers have left the ship may be re-directed.

Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.

PROFESSIONAL GAMBLERS.—Passengers are informed that Professional Gamblers are reported as frequently crossing on Atlantic Steamers and are warned to take precautions accordingly.

The “SAMARIA" carries an orchestra of professional musicians, which will play at the undermentioned times and places :

• Second Class Lounge: 10.45 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Alternate Days.
• Second Class Lounge: 3.45:00 pm to 4.30 p.m. Alternate Days.
• First Class Lounge or as required for dancing in First or Second Class: 9.00 p.m. to 10:45 pm

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 of their intention to leave the United States within sixty 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 they will receive from the Immigration Officials at Boston, and forward same to the Cunard Line, 126. State Street, Boston, as soon as possible after departure from the United States, or hand to the Purser of the steamer in which they return to the United Kingdom.

WIRELESS TELEGRAMS AND OCEAN LETTERS

WIRELESS TELEGRAMS.

VIA BRITISH STATIONS.—For places in the United Kingdom the inclusive rate is 11d. per word; for other countries the rate is 10d. per word, plus landline and cable charges. Every word in the address, text and signature is counted ; all charges must be prepaid.

VIA UNITED STATES STATIONS.—The wireless rate via New York, New London, Newport, R.I., Bar Harbour, and Boston is 9d. per word, and Rockland, Maine, 7 d. per word; every word in the address, text and signature is counted; landline charges additional; all charges must be prepaid.

VIA CANADIAN STATIONS.—The wireless rate via Cape Race, Cape Sable and Sable Island 1s. 0 ½ d., and Barrington Passage 9d. per word, via Montreal, Quebec, Gross Isle, Three Rivers, Father Point, and Cape Bear, is calculated at 5d. per word; every word in address, text and signature is counted; landline charges additional ; all charges must be prepaid.

VIA FRENCH STATIONS. — The wireless rates via Cherbourg, Brest and Ouessant is 8d. per word; every word in address, text and signature is counted; landline charges additional; all charges must be prepaid.

SHIP TO SHIP.—The general rate on ship to ship messages is 8d. per word, but as Dutch, Belgian and certain other vessels apply a ship tax with a minimum of ten words, the charges on messages to these vessels will be calculated as follows:—English ship tax, 4d. per word, without minimum ; Dutch or Belgian, etc., ship tax, 4d. per word, with a minimum of 3s. 4d. Thus for a message of ten words or more the charge is 8d. per word.

NOTE.—For messages passing through stations other than British, add 5% to total.

Passengers are requested to see that they obtain a signed receipt showing amount paid for each message handed in for transmission.

OCEAN LETTERS

Ocean letters are accepted for transmission to a vessel proceeding in an opposite direction. They will be forwarded to destination by registered post from first port of call of the vessel after reception. A charge of 5s. 6d., which includes postage, is made for an

Ocean Letter of thirty words. For each additional word in excess of thirty the sum of one penny will be charged. 100 words is the maximum allowed in one Ocean Letter.

Ocean letters for posting in U.S. must shew in the address the Christian names of the Addressee, or the title Mr., Mrs. or Miss.

Full information regarding rates, etc., can be obtained from either the Wireless or Purser's Office.

Source: RMS Samaria Passenger List - 26 July 1923

Information for Passengers - 25 October 1924

MEALS will be served following times in the First Class Dining Saloon:

• Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m
• Luncheon from 1 to 2-30 p.m.
• Dinner from 7 to 9 p.m.

The Bars in the First Class will be open at 11-30 p.m., but it is within the discretion of the Commander to close them during the voyage at any time should he consider this course desirable.

A LA CARTE MEAL. The Company has pleasure in directing the special attention of First Claas passengers to the à la carte service provided on Cunard steamers.

It is pointed out that passengers need not confine themselves to the ordinary Table d'hôtel menu. Still, by prior arrangement with the Chief Steward, they may order any special dishes they desire without extra charge.

SEATS AT TABLE. Application may be made at any of the Chief Offices in advance or to the Second Steward on board the Steamer on the day of sailing.

DIVINE SERVICE on Sunday at 10-30 a.m.

DECK CHAIRS AND RUGS may be hired at 6/6 (or $ 1.50) each, on application to the Deck Steward. Bach Rug is contained in a sealed cardboard box anil bears a serial number worked into the material so that passengers will have no difficulty identifying their rugs. At the end of each voyage, the rugs which have been in use are sent to the store and thoroughly cleaned before being re-issued.

THE SURGEON is authorized to make customary charges, subject to the approval of the Commander, for treating any passengers at their request for any illness not originating on board the ship. In the case of sickness contracted on board, no charge will be made, and medicine will be provided free.

LIBRARIES. — Besides a library of Standard Works, a special selection of up-to-date literature is available for passengers.

BERTH LADDERS.—These may be obtained on application to Steward or Stewardess.

BERTHING OF PASSENGERS.—No alterations can be made except officially through the Purser.

BARBER.—The Saloon Barber's Shop is located on " B " Deck aft. Hours of Attendance, 7 a.m to 7 p.m., but for the convenience of passengers generally, the hours between noon and 5 p.m. are set aside principally for haircutting and shampooing.

MONEY EXCHANGE.—As a convenience to passengers, the Purser has been authorized to carry funds for Exchange purposes. Still, owing to fluctuations, it is impossible to make any fixed exchange rate.

VALUABLES. The Company is not responsible for theft if valuables or money are kept in the Staterooms. The same should be placed in charge of the Purser for deposit in his safe, and a receipt will be given on the Company's form. As no charge is made for carriage, the Company cannot accept any responsibility for loss or damage, however arising, but passengers can protect themselves by insurance.

PAYMENTS.—Passengers should obtain a receipt from the Purser on the Company's form for any additional Passage Money, Rugs, Chairs, Excess Baggage, Freight, etc., paid onboard.

DOGS.—Passengers arc notified that dogs cannot lie landed in Great Britain unless their license has previously been procured from the Board of Agriculture, London. License forms must be obtained by direct application to the Department before the dog is taken on board. Dogs are carried at the owner's risk, from £4 upwards, payable to the Purser.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR WESTBOUND PASSENGERS.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION.—For the convenience of passengers returning from the United States to Europe and not making the necessary arrangements, the Purser will be pleased to radio New York or Boston Office for any required accommodation. This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the Steamer, saving them time and trouble in New York.

BAGGAGE. — Westbound passengers proceeding from London to Southampton by special trains will pay to The Southern Railway at Waterloo Station, London, for any ocean excess baggage charges due.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract tickets.

All inquiries regarding baggage on board the ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.

Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room. Otherwise, considerable delay and extra carriage charge will be incurred in forwarding any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway to the destination.

WARDROBE TRUNKS.—The attention of passengers is called to the fact that, owing to the size of wardrobe trunks, it is not always possible to have these placed in an accessible position in passengers' Staterooms.

BAGGAGE—COLLECTION IN LONDON.—For the convenience of passengers residing in hotels and private residences in London within a four miles radius of Charing Cross and proceeding to Southampton for embarkation, arrangements have now been made for collecting, storing, and delivery of baggage direct to the Steamer at the following rates:—

4S. 6d. per large package,

2S. 6d. "small."

Which includes the cost of cartage, porterage, and rail carriage through to the steamer side. An additional charge is made for storage in London at the rate per package, irrespective of size per month.

Passengers desirous of taking full advantage of this facility should notify the Cunard Line, 26-27, Cockspur Street, London, S.W. 1, of the exact number of packages they require to be collected and the complete address of their hotel or private residence.

At the time of collection, a uniformed representative will check the baggage and present a duplicate for the owner.

All packages must be ready by noon on the day of collection.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT TRAINS -LONDON TO SOUTHAMPTON.

Arrangements have been made with The Southern Railway for early Saloon trains run from Waterloo to Southampton in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast cars attached for the convenience of Saloon passengers. Any passengers wishing to reserve seats in this car should advise either of the Cunard Company's Loudon Offices.

REFRESHMENT FACILITIES ON SPECIAL BOAT

TRAINS LONDON TO LIVERPOOL Arrangements have been made with The Loudon Midland & Scottish Railway for special trains run from Euston to Liverpool in connection with Cunard sailings to have breakfast, luncheon, or dining car attached.

Concerning special coaches from Huston to Riverside attached to ordinär}* trains having breakfast, luncheon, or dining cars, the facility will be given for Cunard passengers to take their meals in these cars.

ARRIVALS AT BOSTON.—Passengers arc landed at the Company's Pier, East Boston, where railway tickets can be purchased and baggage checked to any part of the United States and Canada. After landing, passengers should enquire at the desk on the wharf for letters and telegrams.

When any of the Company's steamers arrive at the Pier after 8 p.m., passengers can remain on board overnight and land after breakfast the following morning.

There is a taxicab agent on the Pier by whom a good service at reasonable rates is provided to passengers requiring some. Passengers are recommended to engage their taxis before leaving the Pier.

ARRIVALS AT NEW YORK. Passengers are landed at the Company's Piers. 53 to 56. North River, foot of West 14th Street, where railway tickets can be purchased, and baggage checked to any part of the United States and Canada. After landing, passengers should enquire at the desk on the wharf for letters and telegrams.

When any of the Company's steamers arrive at the Pier after 8 p.m., passengers can remain on board overnight and land after breakfast the following morning.

FORWARDING OF PASSENGERS.—For the convenience of all passengers disembarking at our piers, who are destined to interior points, the Railroad Lines out of New York and Boston have representatives on the Pier to meet passengers and arrange to issue railroad tickets to all points in the United States. Canada, and Mexico. These representatives will also arrange to check baggage from our piers to the destination, relieving passengers of the annoyance of purchasing their tickets at the dépôt or re-checking their baggage. Passengers must pay baggage transfer charges from our piers to rail dépôts or steamship dock.

PUBLIC TELEPHONES.—Telephone service with booths and operators in attendance will be found near the Customs Lines on the New York Wharf.

TAXICABS can be hired at the New York Piers. It is suggested to passengers for their protection that taxicabs of the Yellow Taxi Corporation, which come within our pier gates, afford comfort and protection as regards baggage, etc. and reasonable rates.

PASSENGERS'PASSENGERS' MAIL AND ADDRESSES.—Arrangements have been made whereby letters for passengers on board the Company'sCompany's steamers at Southampton and Liverpool can be accepted for inclusion in special bags which will be made up for the ship in London and Ports of Departure.

The letters must be registered and addressed C/o The-; Commander, Cunard Packet."
Southampton (or Liverpool) can be posted in any part of the United Kingdom until ordinary registered letters go by the same packets are received.

Passengers'Passengers' addresses may be left at the Purser'sPurser's Office so that any letters received after passengers have left the ship may be forwarded.

Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams, and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.

TOURIST DEPARTMENT. —A Department is maintained at each of the Cunard Company'sCompany's American and Canadian Offices where accurate information and helpful assistance relative to travel in the United States and throughout the world is at patrons' disposal.

Cruises in the season to the West Indies, Pacific Coast. South America, etc.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR EASTBOUND PASSENGERS.

RETURN ACCOMMODATION.—For the convenience of those passengers who may be returning from Europe to the United States and who have not yet made the necessary arrangements, the Purser will be pleased to radio the Company'sCompany's Head Office at Liverpool for any accommodation required. This will enable passengers to complete their arrangements before leaving the Steamer and consequently save them time and trouble in Great Britain or the Continent.

BAGGAGE. — The Cunard Company in New York will collect from Eastbound passengers any Southern Railway excess rail charges due in connection with a journey by special train from Southampton to London.

Passengers are recommended to insure their baggage, as the Company'sCompany's liability is strictly limited in accordance with contract tickets.

All inquiries regarding baggage on board the ship should be addressed to the Baggage Master.

Passengers are specially requested to claim their baggage before leaving the Customs Baggage Room. Otherwise, considerable delay and extra carriage charge will be incurred in forwarding any baggage not accompanying passengers on the Railway to the destination.

BAGGAGE BY SPECIAL TRAINS. — The Southern Railway.—Passengers landing at Southampton and proceeding to London by special train can hand their baggage over to The Southern Railway for delivery at passengers' destination on their system, on payment of one shilling per package.

ARRIVALS AT CHERBOURG.—Under normal conditions, passengers are landed by tender up to 10 p.m., but if the ship arrives later, they will disembark after breakfast the following day.

In the event of the Steamer not being able to land passengers sufficiently early to allow of their reaching Paris before the early hours of the following morning, there is at Cherbourg a comfortable hotel, the Casino, which can accommodate anyone who wishes to stay overnight in Cherbourg and travel to Paris during the daytime. The Purser can arrange reservations by wireless.

Hand baggage is carried from the Steamer to the tender by the stewards. Passengers are informed that from the time their hand baggage is on the tender, they are solely responsible for it, and they must see that it is passed through Customs and placed in their carriage on the special train.

All hand baggage not claimed on the tender or left in the Customs is collected and included with registered baggage for Paris. For these packages, there is a charge of Fes. 25.00 per package, Cherbourg—Paris.

Passengers are advised that the Cunard Company cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by neglect by passengers not claiming their hand baggage on the tender.

All baggage registered in New York for Cherbourg only, if not claimed at the port, is forwarded direct to Paris, a charge of Fes. 25.00 per package being made, irrespective of size or weight. (Heavy nailed cases or bulky packages will be charged as freight.)

TICKETS.—All passengers without rail tickets can obtain them from the Company's Office in the waiting room at Cherbourg, which they pass through after clearing through Customs.

SPECIAL TRAINS.— Special trains are run in connection with the arrival of steamers. Dining cars are attached to these trains, and luncheons and dinners are served at Fes. 18.00 per head, exclusive of wines.

RESERVED SEATS.—Passengers wishing to reserve first class seats in advance may, on application to the Purser, book same on board ship, provided they have first-class rail tickets to Paris. There is no charge made for these reservations.

ARRIVALS AT PLYMOUTH.—Passengers are lauded at any time of the day unless the steamer anchors after 9 p.m. In this case, passengers will land at 7 o'clock the following morning, the latter hour to be advanced to 6 a.m. between May 1st and September 30th.

A special train will be dispatched to London providing the number of passengers warrants same.

Should the numbers be insufficient for a special train and the steamer anchors before 9 p.m., passengers can connect with the midnight train.

ARRIVALS AT SOUTHAMPTON.—Passengers will be landed up to 8 p.m. If the ship berths later, passengers will disembark the following day after breakfast.

A Special Train will be dispatched to London (Waterloo Station) as soon as possible after landing, the journey occupying about 1 3/4 hours. Passengers are strongly recommended to purchase their rail tickets between Southampton and London at the Purser's Office on board, as failure to do this may delay and inconvenience the passenger.

It is notified for the information of passengers that the Cunard Company employ at Southampton the necessary labor for the transfer of baggage from the Steamer to the special trains at the ship's side for London.

Passengers on arrival will find representatives of well-known firms in the shed alongside the Steamer. If their special services are utilized for handling baggage, they are authorized to charge according to the tariff.

ARRIVALS AT LIVERPOOL. TIME OF LANDING PASSENGERS. Under normal conditions, when any of the Company's steamers arrive alongside the Liverpool Landing Stage after 7 p.m., it is optional for the passengers to go on shore that night. If they remain on board, they will be landed after breakfast the following morning either at the Stage or in the dock as circumstances permit.

In the same way, when the vessel reaches the river but does not come alongside the Stage, to prevent inconvenience and to meet emergencies, any passengers desirous of disembarking will, on the arrival of the Steamer, be landed, with hand baggage only, by tender.

CUSTOMS.—Tobacco, cigars, etc., wines, spirits, and perfumery are subject to a duty on being brought into the United Kingdom, and the smallest quantities should be declared to the Customs Authorities. When required, reprints of copyrighted books and music will be confiscated.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS IN GREAT BRITAIN. — The Cunard Company is in a position to arrange for the hire of Automobiles to passengers on the arrival of their steamers at Liverpool. Plymouth or Southampton. Programs of Tours with fixed prices can be obtained on application to the Pursers or the Company's Offices.

The Tours are outlined to cover the most exciting and historic places in Great Britain and offer a most enjoyable trip for persons desirous of seeing more of English rural life than is possible when traveling by rail from town to town.

AUTOMOBILE TOURS ON THE CONTINENT. — The Company's Offices in Paris, Cherbourg, and Hamburg are in a position to arrange for the hire of Cars to meet steamers at Hamburg and Cherbourg and take passengers on long or short Tours or direct to their destination.

Pursers will gladly give passengers particular hire rates and any other information they desire.

AEROPLANE RESERVATIONS. — Seats can also be arranged for Aeroplane Services from London or Manchester to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Paris, Brussels, Berlin, etc., and also from Cherbourg to Paris. Applications should be made to the Purser.

PASSENGERS' MAIL AND ADDRESSES. — Passengers should apply at the Mail Office on board for letters, and their addresses may be left there so that any communications received after passengers have left the ship may be re-directed.

Passengers may have Mail, Telegrams, and Cables sent to the care of any of the Cunard Chief Offices.

PROFESSIONAL GAMBLERS.—Passengers are informed that Professional Gamblers are reported as frequently crossing on Atlantic Steamers and arc warned to take precautions accordingly.

Source: RMS Samaria Passenger List - 25 October 1924

Information for Passengers - 24 July 1936

General Information for Cabin Passengers.

Meals will be served as follows :—

When One Sitting

• Breakfast from 8:00 am
• Luncheon 1:00 pm
• Dinner 7:30 pm

When Two Sittings

• Breakfast 8:00 am and 9:00 am
• Luncheon 12:15 pm and 1:30 pm
• Dinner 6:30 pm and 7:45 pm

Morning Soup and Afternoon Tea will be served on Deck and in the Public Rooms at 11:00 am and 4:00 pm respectively.

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.

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 disenbarking. 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.

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.

Barber and Hair Dresser. The ship carries a well-equipped Barber's Shop and competent Hairdresser.

Catering. Passengers are invited to advise the 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 official will readily assist Passengers in making their choice.

Cuisine. Nous demandons aux passagers de bien vouloir faire connaitre au Maitre d'Hatel leur preference comme cuisine ou regime; la plus grande attention sera apportee a leur donner satisfaction. Le personnel des cuisines comprend des Chefs de diverses nationalites. Les passagers sont invites a bien vouloir commander leur menu a l'avance, le maitre d'hôtel est a leur entiere disposition pour les guider dans leur choix.

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 ertvelope 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 live-stock attendant and that they are not allowed in Public Rooms or on the Passenger Decks.

Exchange of Money. For the convenience of Passengers the Purser is able to exchange a limited amount of English, U.S. and Canadian money at rates which will be advised on application.

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.

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 Purser's office, and also leave their addresses so that any mail, etc., arriving after they have landed, can be re-directed.

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 traveling in Atlantic ships and Passengers are warned to take precautions accordingly.

Radio and Cable Messages. Information and rates will be supplied by the Radio office.

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 be returning from the United States or Canada 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 traveling 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.

The Surgeon is authorized to make customary charges for his services, subject to the approval of the Captain.

A Registered Nurse is on board, whose services are available as necessary under the direction of the ship's Surgeon.

Taxicabs can be hired at the New York piers. It is suggested to Passengers for their own protection that Terminal Cabs, which come within the pier gates, afford comfort and protection for Passengers and their baggage at reasonable rates.

Travel Information. The Purser's office 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.

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

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 listed charges.

Valuables. In their own interests Passengers are advised not to leave articles of jewellery and other valuables lying about. Articles not required for frequent wear may be deposited with the Purser and will be placed in an envelope sealed in the presence of the passenger for custody in the ship's safe. A receipt will be given but no liability as to contents can be accepted.

Passengers are advised to protect themselves by insurance, which can be arranged on board on application to the Purser.

General Information for Tourist Passengers.

MEALS will be served as follows :

When One Sitting

• BREAKFAST: from 8-00 a.m.
• LUNCHEON: 1-00 p.m.
• DINNER: 7- 00 p.m.

When Two Sittings

• BREAKFAST: 8-00 a.m. and 9-00 a.m.
• LUNCHEON: 12-15 p.m. and 1-30 p.m.
• DINNER: 6-30 p.m. and 7-45 p.m.

Morning Soup and Afternoon Tea will be served on Deck and in the Public Rooms at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. respectively.

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.

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.

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.

BARBER AND HAIRDRESSER. The ship carries a well-equipped Barber’s Shop and competent Hairdresser.

CATERING. Passengers are invited to advise the 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 official 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.

EXCHANGE OF MONEY. For the convenience of passengers the Purser is able to exchange a limited amount of English. American and Canadian money at rates which will be advised on application.

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 vita! to the well-being of all on board. The cooperation of every passenger is earnestly desired.

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 Purser's office, and also leave their addresses so that any mail, etc., arriving after they have landed, can be re-directed.

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 dose 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 AND CABLE MESSAGES. Information and rates will be supplied by the Radio office.

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 be 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.

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 SURGEON is authorized to make customary charges for his services, subject to the approval of the Captain.

A REGISTERED NURSE is on board, whose services are available as necessary under the direction of the ship's Surgeon.

TAXICABS can be hired at the New York piers. It is suggested to passengers for their own protection that Terminal Cabs, which come within the pier gates, afford comfort and protection for passengers and their baggage at reasonable rates.

TRAVEL INFORMATION. The Purser’s office is at the disposal of passengers for furnishing detailed information concerning steamer, rail or air connections and arrangements can be made for tickets and reservations to be obtained.

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

VALUABLES. In their own interests passengers are advised not to leave articles of jewelry and other valuables lying about. Articles not required for frequent wear may be deposited with the Purser and will be placed in an envelope sealed in the presence of the passenger for custody in the ship’s safe. A receipt will be given but no liability as to contents can be accepted.

Passengers are advised to protect themselves by insurance, which can be arranged on board on application to the Purser.

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: 2s. 6d. 
• Lounge and Dress Coats: 1s. 3d.
• Trousers and Breeches: 1s. 3d.  
• Overcoats—heavy: 2s. 3d.
• Overcoats—light: 1s. 9d.  

LADIES

• Suits, Costumes, Coat, Frocks or Dresses: 2s. 6d.
• Dress Coats and Plain Cloaks: 2s. 6d.
• Skirts: 1s. 3d.
• Special charges for Garments—Velvet, Silk or pleated Fancy Dress, Blouses and Scarves.

Source: RMS Samaria Passenger List - 24 July 1936

Head Tax Recovery, RMS Samaria Passenger List, 24 August 1935. GGA Image ID # 1f4797fc26

Advertisement: Cunard Anchor Lines, Power, Stability, Comfort, Luxury in 1923 -- The New 20,000 Ton Cunarders Scythia, Laconia, Samaria, Franconia, and the Anchor Liners Cameronia and Tuscania. These Steamers--Running in Conjuction with the Renowned Caronia and Carmania--Offer Travel Opportunites Unexcelled in the History of Shipping. The World's Fastest Passenger Service, Weekly to Cherbourg and Southampton by the Aquitania, Mauretania, and Berengaria. Ocean Records, May 1923. GGA Image ID # 1e687406f0

ROUND THE WORLD AND MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES. 1923—1924. Four of the finest vessels of the Cunard Line, including the new " Franconia," have been chartered for specially conducted Cruises throughout the Winter. Full particulars of these tours and of the port to port facilities may be obtained from any of the Company's Offices and Agencies. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f4d2885a1

The dates are as follows :—

AROUND THE WORLD CRUISES.

S.S. "FRANCONIA" (New) leaves New York 15th November. (Under the auspices of the American Express Company.) For—Havana, Colon, Panama, San Francisco, Hilo, Honolulu, Yokohama, Kobe, Miya Jima (for Hiroshima), Woosung (for Shanghai), Hong-Kong, Manila, Batavia, Singapore, Rangoon, Diamond Harbor (for Calcutta), Colombo, Bombay, Port Sudan, Port Tewfik, Alexandria, Naples, Monaco, Gibraltar, New York.

S.S. "LACONIA," leaves New York 15th January, 1924. (Under the auspices of Frank C. Clark.) For—Havana, Colon, Panama, San Pedro (for Los Angeles), Honolulu, Yokohama, Kobe, Woosung (for Shanghai), Hong-Kong, Manila, Batavia, Singapore, Rangoon, Calcutta (Anchorage), Colombo, Bombay, Suez, Port Said, Haifa, Phaleron Bay, Naples, Monaco, Cherbourg, thence to New York by a steamer of the regular service.

S.S. "SAMARIA" leaves New York 26th January, 1924. (Under the auspices of Messrs. Thos. Cook & Son.) For—Funchal, Gibraltar, Algiers, Naples, Alexandria, Port Said, Bombay, Colombo, Rangoon, Calcutta (Anchorage), Padang, Batavia, Singapore, Manila, Hong-Kong, Woosung (for Shanghai), Kobe, Yokohama, Honolulu, Hilo, San Francisco, Panama, Colon, Havana, New York.

MEDITERRANEAN AND EGYPT.

S.S. "SCYTHIA" leaves New York 30th January, 1924. (Under the auspices of the Frank Tourist Co.) For—Madeira, Cadiz, Gibraltar, Algiers, La Goulette (for Tunis), Naples, Alexandria, Haifa, Alexandria, Constantinople, Phaleron Bay, Palermo, Naples, Monaco, Gibraltar, Cherbourg, Southampton, thence to New York by a steamer of the regular service.

S.S. " TUSCANIA " leaves New York 16th February, 1924. For—Madeira, Gibraltar, Algiers, Monaco, Naples, Phaleron Bay, Haifa, Alexandria, Naples, Monaco, New York.

Title Page, RMS Samaria Second Class Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f181b665c

Title Page, RMS Samaria Cabin and Tourist Passenger List, 29 August 1931. GGA Image ID # 1f1a6d9ab1

Title Page, RMS Samaria Third Class Passenger List, 27 July 1935. GGA Image ID # 1f4a26c778

Title Page, RMS Samaria Third Class Passenger List, 24 August 1935. GGA Image ID # 1f4870eba0

Title Page, RMS Samaria Cabin Passenger List, 24 July 1936. GGA Image ID # 1f1a72a2c8

Title Page, RMS Samaria Tourist Class Passenger List, 21 August 1936. GGA Image ID # 1f1b068fe7

Title Page to the List of Passengers on the RMS "Samaria" 9 September 1949 - Youth Argosy - London, Havre, Quebec - Cunard White Star. GGA Image ID # 1729f94c56

Youth Argosy was an organization dedicated to helping students travel internationally. The goal of Youth Argosy as to provide travel opportunities for worthy young people of slender means that they may enjoy the benefits of foreign study and travel, that they may engage in reconstruction work, and other helpful projects and that they may make worldwide friendships regardless of race, color, or creed. The organization considered a student anyone seeking knowledge without any age restriction.

Youth Argosy was successful at first, sending more than 10,000 students abroad in 1949. Their average price for a round-trip ticket to Europe was $375 and a round-the-world ticket was about $1,495. Students traveled alone or in groups. Youth Argosy went bankrupt in 1951.

Student travelers with the organization were referred to as 'Argonauts', although etymologically 'argosy' has no relation to Jason and the Argonauts.

Senior Officers and Staff, RMS Samaria Third Class Passenger List, 27 July 1935. GGA Image ID # 1f4ad20219

Senior Officers and Staff, RMS Samaria Third Class Passenger List, 24 August 1935. GGA Image ID # 1f489eec07

Senior Officers and Staff, RMS Samaria Cabin Passenger List, 24 July 1936. GGA Image ID # 1f4b506451

Senior Officers and Staff, RMS Samaria Tourist Passenger List, 21 August 1936. GGA Image ID # 1f4b50fe07

Cunard Line Transatlantic Service Routes, 1923. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f1833969c

Wireless Telegrams and Ocean Letters, 1923. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f1867de53

Lights and Distances, Liverpool to Boston via Queenstown (Cobh), Liverpool to New York via Queenstown (Cobh), and Southampton to New York via Cherbourg. GGA Image ID # 1f1878d5d1

Cunard Record Passages, Lusitania, Mauretania, Aquitania, and Bergengaria. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f1883700e

Time at Sea. Bells mark time on Board, the Ship's Bell being Sounded in Single and Double Strikes. RMS Samaria Passenger List, 22 October 1923. GGA Image ID # 1f4d19df47

Cunarder Samaria To Have Fine Passenger Accommodations - 1921

Liner Will Have Unusual Features Not Heretofore Known on Vessels of Her Size

Cunard Liner Samaria, the New 21,000-Ton Vessel Launched on the Mersey as She Will Appear When in Service. Photo by Cunard. GGA Image ID # 1f4d39e72f

Above is a picture of the new Cunard liner, Samaria, the largest merchant ship built on Merseyside. Launched on Nov. 27 last, the Samaria is 600 feet long, 21,000 tons gross, and will possess a speed of 16 knots. She will have accommodations for 336 first, 340 second, and 1,504 third-class passengers.

Gyroscopic compasses are provided for navigating the ship, as well as patent standard compasses. The Gyro is a remarkable invention. While the master compass is fixed on one of the decks below, three separate controlled compasses will be on the bridge.

Its great advantage is that, unlike other compasses, it is independent of magnetic North and requires no adjustment. Regarding passenger accommodation, the Samaria will include features not introduced in a vessel of her size.

For first-cabin passengers, the Garden Lounges will be situated on both the port and the starboard side of the "A" or Upper Promenade Deck. Here passengers can enjoy the sun and the sea air amidst surroundings typical of an old English garden, fitted with many comfortable rest-giving wicker chairs.

Cold winds and rain will not interfere with the comfort of those who seek the tranquility of these garden lounges, for they will be enclosed on the outside of the vessel with sliding windows.

The Dining Saloon for first-class passengers will be on the "E" deck. It extends the entire width of the ship. The walls and ceiling will be treated in white decorated plaster. Still, the ceiling level will be broken in the center by a richly decorated pierced dome. Behind this dome will be the musicians' gallery, where the orchestra will be out of sight.

In the vessel's stern is a veranda cafe from which the second-class passengers can obtain an uninterrupted and sheltered sea view. Never on any ship before has such care been devoted to the design of the accommodation for third-class passengers. The old-fashioned open berths have been entirely dispensed with.

Throughout the ship, third-class passengers are berthed in spacious rooms, each accommodating, in general, two to four persons. Spacious alleyways separate the groups of rooms, and any congestion is now eliminated.

Two large dining saloons, a general room, and smoking rooms, all roomy, well-lighted and well-ventilated, and ample open and covered promenade space, complete a scheme that is unexcelled in any ship.

"Cunarder Samaria To Have Fine Passenger Accommodations: Liner Will Have Unusual Features Not Heretofore Known on Vessels of Her Size," in The Nautical Gazette: An International Weekly Chronicle of Shipping, New York: The Nautical Gazette, Inc., Vol. 100, No. 1, Whole No. 2577, Saturday, 1 January 1921, p. 12.