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Orient Line SS ORCADES
Orient Line SS ORCADES

Orient Line SS ORCADES

Maker (1878 - 1966)
Date1921 - 1924
Object number00003146
NamePostcard
MediumPhotographic image on paper
DimensionsOverall: 88 x 139 mm
ClassificationsPosters and postcards
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionPostcard depicting Orient Line SS ORCADES. On the reverse is written: 'Dear Mother, We are sitting in the train. Had no trouble getting here. We left the house at 9.45. The train leaves at 10.10. I have bought this card on the station they are selling them at 9d each. It does not look like a very large boat. We shall see what it is like when we get there. It is such a long train & there seems to be lots of people going on it. We have enjoyed our stay at Mrs Cantel's. she is a nice woman. I sent a letter to Maggie this morning. We are well & conscious of the Lord's presence. My heart feels full this morning & I can't keep the tears back, but we know he is with us & will take care of us. Praise the Lord. God bless you dear mother & keep you conscious of his presence every day - much love from Emma & Ruth.' It is addressed to: 'Mrs E. Ashwood, 4 Lintelfield Place, Lee Mount, Haifax.HistoryBuilt in Germany and launched as PRINZ LUDWIG. Served on routes to Asia until laid up in Germany during WWI. As part of war reparations PRINZ LUDWIG came under control of the British Shipping Controller in 1919 and was used return troops to Australia. Purchased by purchased by the Orient Steam Navigation Company (Orient Line) in 1921 it underwent a refit and was renamed ORCADES. The vessel then served on the UK - Australia route until 1924.