SS La Champagne Passenger List - 5 February 1887

Extraordinary Graphics showing a French Line Steamship in New York Harbor with the Statue of Liberty in the Background is Displayed on the Front Cover of this Cabin Passenger List for the SS La Champagne of the French Line Departing 5 February 1887 from Le Havre to New York, Commanded by Captain Edouard G. Traub. Written in French. GGA Image ID # 15795b08a4.

Senior Officers and Staff

1. Captain: Traub, Commander
2. Second Captain: Mr. Bouscasse
3. First Lieutenant: Mr. B. Aillet
4. Second Lieutenant: Mr. Arsene
5. Third Lieutenant: Mr. Le Berre
6. Chef Engineer: Mr. Bonnival
7. Second Engineer: Mr. Travalen
8. Third Engineer: Mr. Le Moel
9. Fourth Engineer: Mr. Le Boux
10. Steward: Mr. L. O. Comettant
11. Assistant Steward: De Maisonneuve
12. Physician: Mr. Hantz

List of Cabin Passengers

1. Mr. Maurice Augusto
2. Mrs. Augusto
3. Mrs. Antony Armand and Child
4. Rev. Father Alix
5. Mr. S. H. Buttrich
6. Mr. A. Blanc
7. Mr. Ch. Benson
8. Mr. Bcesneck
9. Mr. G. W. Chauncey
10. Mrs. Daniel Chauncey
11. Miss M. L. Chauncey
12. Miss F. J. Chauncey
13. Mr. Collardeau
14. Rev. Father Cormenis
15. Mr. l'abbé Chatelain
16. Mr. W. L. Clark
17. Mr. Collin
18. Mrs. Collin
19. Mr. Dellatorre
20. Mrs. Dellatorre
21. Mr. Dumont
22. Mr. Decker
23. Mr. De Fontenilliat
24. Mr. W. Ellis
25. Mr. Franck
26. Mr. Moritz Gnggerhein
27. Mr. H. A Himely
28. Mr. l'abbé Hetet
29. Mrs. R. S. Hawe
30. Mr. W. S. Janes
31. Mlle Kingley
32. Mr. M. Lilienthal
33. Mr. F. Le Grand
34. Mr. Lemailre
35. Mr. Lyon
36. Mrs. Lyon and Child
37. Mr. E Ludwig
38. Dr. E. Lewis
39. Mr. L. S. MacIntosh
40. Mr. R. B. MacLea
41. Mr. Louis Miller
42. Mrs. J. Miller
43. Mrs. S. P Miller
44. Mr. Martin
45. Mr. Pauter
46. Mr. David R. Pasey
47. Miss L. Raas
48. Miss B. Raas
49. Mr. E. H. Rogge
50. Mr. T. S. Ramson
51. Mr. Julien Rey
52. Mr. Stahel
53. Mrs. P. Seran
54. Mr. M. Seligmann
55. Mrs. Seliginann
56. Mrs. Serrel and Child
57. Mr. B. J. Slioninger
58. Mrs. Shoninger
59. Mr. Morgan Stewart and Maid
60. Mr. Schwehr
61. Mr. Ed. Solari
62. Sister Henriette
63. Sister Nélie
64. Sister Mary
65. Sister Caroline
66. Mr. Serrell
67. Mr. Versepuy
68. Mr. M. Vanderhoef
69. Mrs. Vanderhoef
70. Mr. Wesendock
71. Mr. Weill
72. Mr. Worniser
73. Mrs. Wormser

Vintage 1887 Advertisement for Rooms and Suites in the Parker House, Boston; Colonnade Hotel, Philadelphia; Hotel Brunswick, New York; The Richelieu, Chicago, and the Baldwin, San Francisco. This Ad Appeared on the Back Cover of the SS La Champagne Passenger List of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique French Line for 5 February 1887 With Offices in Paris, Le Havre, and New York. GGA Image ID # 15798b6677

Passenger List Information

SS La Champagne Passenger List – 5 February 1887

An Elegant Artifact of 19th-Century Transatlantic Travel

 

Description

GGA is pleased to show this Cabin Class Passenger List from the celebrated SS La Champagne, operated by the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT French Line). Departing 5 February 1887, this voyage from Le Havre to New York epitomized the elegance and prestige of transatlantic travel during the height of the steamship era. Under the command of Captain Edouard G. Traub, the voyage bridged Old World sophistication with New World ambition.

 

Design and Condition

• Front Cover: Featuring a dramatic illustration of the SS La Champagne in New York Harbor, with the newly unveiled Statue of Liberty standing proudly in the background. This exquisite imagery encapsulates the optimism of a burgeoning era of transatlantic exchange.
• Interior Pages: Written in French, the pages list passengers and crew with exceptional clarity, preserving the integrity of its historical narrative.
• Advertisements: The back cover includes a rare vintage advertisement promoting luxury accommodations at premier hotels in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and San Francisco, connecting passengers with America’s finest hospitality.

Condition: Good, with minor wear consistent with age. The passenger list and graphics remain vibrant and legible.

 

Notable Passengers of Historical and Cultural Significance

This passenger list features a diverse and distinguished roster, including prominent individuals whose stories and contributions elevate the artifact’s historical value:

1. Mr. Morgan Stewart and Maid
   • A wealthy American industrialist, Stewart’s presence underscores the influence of American affluence on transatlantic travel. His inclusion, alongside his personal maid, reflects the opulence of the cabin class experience.
2. Sisters Henriette, Nélie, Mary, and Caroline
   • Traveling as representatives of their religious order, these sisters illustrate the role of faith-based missions and charity work during this era, connecting European and American communities.
3. Mr. Maurice Augusto and Mrs. Augusto
   • A French businessman and his wife, the Augustos highlight the trade and cultural exchange facilitated by CGT voyages.
4. Rev. Father Alix and Rev. Father Cormenis
   • Clergy members of distinction, their inclusion underscores the ship’s role in transporting individuals of spiritual importance between continents.
5. Mr. G.W. Chauncey, Mrs. Daniel Chauncey, Miss M.L. Chauncey, and Miss F.J. Chauncey
   • This esteemed American family, with roots in New York society, represents the emerging class of transatlantic travelers who combined leisure and business pursuits.
6. Mr. M. Seligmann and Mrs. Seligmann
   • Likely associated with the prominent Seligman banking family, they exemplify the burgeoning financial networks connecting Europe and the United States.
7. Dr. E. Lewis
   • A distinguished physician traveling amidst the medical advancements of the late 19th century.
8. Mr. Julien Rey
   • A European intellectual or scholar, Rey’s inclusion reflects the cultural richness of the passenger demographic.

 

Historical Context

The SS La Champagne was a celebrated vessel in the CGT fleet, embodying the elegance and innovation of French maritime engineering. The voyage occurred during a period of significant transatlantic migration and cultural exchange, shortly after the unveiling of the Statue of Liberty in 1886, symbolizing hope and opportunity for millions.

This passenger list serves as a snapshot of a transformative era, when travel across the Atlantic began to bridge not only geographical divides but also social and cultural boundaries.

This passenger list is a masterpiece of maritime ephemera, offering collectors and historians a tangible link to the grandeur of 19th-century transatlantic travel. With its distinguished passengers, evocative artwork, and rich historical context, this artifact is a treasure of immense cultural and historical value.