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The SS United States as photographed in May, 2004 .
Laid up in 1975. Photo courtesy of Robert Radler.
Vintage postcard view. |
Dear Friend of the SS United States: As we move from the dog days of summer into the fall, the SS United States Conservancy has been diligently at work on several important projects and initiatives in our ongoing commitment to saving the Big U. We are pleased to bring you this latest update on the activities of the SS United States Conservancy. In this edition: * 2007 Calendar Going to Press * National Maritime Historical Society Event * USS Intrepid Museum and the SS United States * Honolulu Star Bulletin Profiles SS United States Library * SS United States Documentary Steaming Full Speed Ahead * 2006/07 Membership and Fund-raising Drive to Launch in November * SS United States Merchandise Sale
2007 Calendar Going to Press The 2007 SS United States Conservancy Calendar from Turner Publishing, Inc. may now be pre-ordered! Packed with many never-before-published photos from the Conservancy Archives Project and other sources as well as recollections of builders, passengers, and crew, the new calendar is scheduled to ship in October 2006. A portion of the proceeds from the sales will go to support our ongoing efforts on behalf of the Big U. Pre-order yours today by calling Turner Publishing at (800) 788-3350 or visit their website. National Maritime Historical Society Event On November 18, Susan Gibbs, SS United States Conservancy President and granddaughter of William Francis Gibbs, will join Conservancy Board Member Charles Anderson, whose father, Commodore John W. Anderson, was Master of the ship for many years, to share personal recollections of the SS United States and discuss the Conservancy's efforts to preserve her legacy. The event will take place in Peekskill, New York and is open to the public. Details will be posted on our website as soon as they are available. USS Intrepid Museum and the SS United States Our New York Outreach Committee will be meeting with the conservators of the USS Intrepid this month to discuss collaboration on various SS United States related fronts. The Intrepid has been permanently moored at the Big U's former home of Pier 86 in Manhattan as an historic monument and attraction. As the Intrepid will soon be entering drydock for a planned refurbishing, the Conservancy will be offering its support in ensuring that one of the SS United States' propellers, which has been on display in front of the aircraft carrier, will remain for future generations. We will also be discussing a permanent exhibit aboard the ship which will highlight the storied history of our nation's flagship with photos, videos, and important artifacts depicting her flawless service career. Honolulu Star Bulletin Spotlights SS United States Library An article by Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi appeared in the August 27, 2006 edition
of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin detailing the features of NCL America's Pride
of Hawaii, including a very nice mention of the SS United States Library and
the exhibits within which were produced by the SS United States Conservancy.
The article is available online, and may be accessed by clicking here. NCL
is the current owner of the Big U, and has ambitious plans to renovate the
ship and return her to service as an American-flagged cruise ship. Please
note that the writer incorrectly provides a link to a site other than the SS United States Documentary Steaming Full Speed Ahead Collaborating with producer-director Robert Radler of Food Chain Films in Los Angeles, the Conservancy is actively working toward the completion of our documentary about the ship's storied history. Tentatively entitled SS United States: Lady in Waiting, this one hour film will chronicle the important history of the ship from conception through the present day. Hours of filmed interviews are being transferred so that editing of the final film can commence. Our film is targeted for public television distribution through WTTV in Chicago, with plans for international distribution through various public television networks. The Conservancy is not affiliated with another documentary film being developed by Rock Creek Productions, Inc. 2006/07 Membership and Fund-raising Drive to Launch in November Later in the fall the Conservancy will once again seek your generous support of our ongoing efforts on behalf of the SS United States. New members, supporters, and renewals will be vital to funding our work to save the ship and preserve her legacy. When you receive our mailing, we ask that you give as generously as you can. The SS United States Conservancy is an initiative of the SS United States Preservation Society, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1992. All contributions are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. SS United States Merchandise Sale As we prepare to launch a new line of exciting SS United States
commemorative merchandise, we will be conducting a store-wide sale of
existing items. All of our products will be discounted from October 1
through December 31, 2006, just in time for your holiday shopping! To take
advantage of this sale, please visit the Conservancy Slop Chest offered
through Café Press.com. All of us at the Conservancy would like to thank you for your continued
support. Together we will see that the SS United States endures for future
generations! With best regards, SS United States Conservancy |
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