Dancing to Doric - What to Know About Ocean Travel - 1924

DANCING

This is a diversion popular in all classes. The larger ships have special dancing space in the lounge or reception room in both first and second class. That on the Majestic accommodates 150 couples. Modern dance music is furnished on all ships. (See "Music"). Thete is no charge for dancing. On summer voyages and on cruises dances are held on deck, in a space decorated with flags and colored lights. The Belgenland has, besides its first class ballroom, a large veranda café for dancing in second class.

Third class passengers usually dance on deck. On most company ships a piano is kept in the third class general room, and players are rarely wanting who can provide music for j igs, reels or folk dances.

DANZIG

The Red Star Line and White Star Line carry third class passengers, and sometimescabin class, between Danzig and Baltic ports and New York or Philadelphia. Through bookings are also made via White Star Line ships to and from England, with close connections to direct steamers. Danzig offices of Red Star Line, 64 Langasse; White Star Line, 31, 32 Topfergasse. At each of these offices will be found clerks speaking several languages. (See also "Red Star Line").

DECK CHAIRS

Deck chairs may be hired for the voyage, usually at $1.50. Apply to deck steward.

DECK OFFICERS

On ocean steamships the deck officers are those licensed (in England "certificated," officers who directly assist the captain in navigation, piloting, cargo handling and in all matters pertaining to the safety, care and upkeep of the ship, outside the engine department. The largest vessels usually carry three senior and three junior deck officers, so as to provide for two being on watch day and night.

Majestic and Olympic carry in addition a staff captain, whose duties are of executive nature. Contact of these officers with passengers naturally is restricted, owing to the exactions of their duties. The captain in fine weather takes his meals in the first-class saloon, but the other deck officers have their own quarters and mess. (See also "Uniforms" and " Engineers.")

DECKS

Use of the decks is a great source of pleasure on the voyage. Passengers here may play games, walk or recline in deck chairs. The orchestra plays on deck in summer and morning bouillon and afternoon tea are served here. The larger steamers have a glass-enclosed promenade deck. Dancing sometimes is indulged in on deck.

Decks are named and lettered on most steamers. The topmost is the boat deck (A deck) which is uncovered; below are the promenade deck (B deck); upper deck (C deck) and D, E. F, and G, successively, according to number.

DEVONIAN

Formerly the Cretic, operated by the Leyland Line, carrying cabin passengers only between Boston and Liverpool. 13,518 tons gross; length, 602 feet; breadth, 60 feet; twin screws. Generous decks, public rooms and staterooms, good food and service give large return for moderate fare. Exceptionally steady and very comfottable. (See cut under "Ships").

DIVINE SERVICES AT SEA

(See "Sunday Services").

DOGS

(See "Animals and Birds").

DORIC

White Star Dominion Line steamship; new 1923. Specially built for cabin service; also carries third class. Twin screws. 16,500 tons gross; length, 601 feet; breadth, 68 feet. Luxurious public rooms and latest conveniences for ocean travel comfort. Gymnasium, children's playroom, broad decks, glass-enclosed, suites with private sitting room and bath, for moderate cabin rates. Orchestra. White Star Line cuisine and service. Third class has its own public rooms and deck space, and 2-berth and 4-berth staterooms.