Summary
Newsletter titled 'Seascape' published by Chandris Lines for passengers on the SS Australis, dated 4 March 1977. They were kept as mementos by Hans and Trudy Troost who migrated from the Netherlands in 1977. They recall the journey favourably, particularly mentioning the English Language lessons Mrs Troost took advantage of on the way. During the voyage these newsletters were produced daily, and slipped under each cabin door.
Physical Description
Four-page newsletter "Seascape" of the migrant ship "Australis" on voyage from Southampton to Australia. Contents include among other news Special Notices, Childrens Events and Entertainments for the day.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Hans & Trudy Troost, 19 Jun 2000
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Publisher
Chandris Line Ltd., London, England, Great Britain, 4 Mar 1977
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Inscriptions
Printed in blue: Seascape/s.s."Australis"/The Australian Lady/ Published/daily at/sea by/Chandris. (Followed by extensive text on 4 pages).
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Overall Dimensions
17.8 cm (Length), 25.5 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
255 mm (Length), 178 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Dutch Communities, Dutch Immigration, Immigrant Shipping, Immigrant Voyages, Immigration, Newsletters, Shipboard Travel, Shipping Industry, Shipping Lines