MATSONIA: 1932 - Plan from right after 1956 rehabMatson Lines: A fold out (27" by 27" ) tissue deck plan for the MATSONIA. Dated July 1956, the former MONTEREY was undergoing a rehab after a lengthy post war lay up. She wouldn't take her first voyage until a year later. Six decks are shown. Gone are any remnants of the pre war two classes, including the awkward bow mounted First Class pool. The ship was now all First Class with a proper stern mounted pool with an adjacent "Marine Veranda". I've seen

Each went on to much greater success with new owners

Each set of pages has a deck plan and a profile of the ELLINIS showing deck location

Rederi A/S Pulp Company: A survivor's certificate and five photos from the collision and fire aboard the refugee ship ANNA SALEN on August 13

The best Italian designers of the day including Gustavo Pulitzer Finali and Nino Zoncada created a subtle decor that paid homage to the ship's famous namesake

followed by the grand Mayfair Lounge

All the major rooms for both classes are shown

During her days as United States Lines' AMERICA

and Sears-Roebuck "Colonial" looking lights

Five desks are shown: Sun Deck with the bridge

Two photos give a glimpse of art-filled interiors

commonly known today as Central America

The ship was now all First Class with a proper stern mounted pool with an adjacent "Marine Veranda"