The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-12-20
The New Ocean Steamship Hansa.

Tie North German L.oyds new iron steamship Hanss,
which arrived at this port the 9th inst, from Bremen,
was thrown open for inspection yesterday to the mem
bers OF the New York press and the friends OF the Com
pany and the officers. Cards OF invitation were issued
and between the hours designated, TO three F. NJ
number OF gentlemen board roaming about the
vessel admring the beautifully finished cabins engines
and other portions Of the vessel and she is certainly
worthy Of all the attention that was bestowed upon her
For the benefit Of those WHO had not viii have
opportunity Of personally inspecting this Gne vessel
we subjon a sketch Of her:--
THE VESSEL
built the present year at Greenock on the Clyde,
by the brm Of Card Company She is somewhat dil.
feren from the other vessels OF this line as she is swift
much stronger and with greater breadth Of beam than
others. The plates thicker and the fastening has
geate strength than is usual in vessels Of her sze
that she stand much greater amount of wear. Her
dimensions are
Fsa
Length OF keel. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 337
Length all 36b
Breadth o. beam. AZ
Depth OF hold 33ls
Her tonnage il about 900 tons. The engines are
direct acting aud arc of 200 nominal horse power She
has sowage room FOR about 700 OF cargo and her
coal hunks are capable Of holding 100 tons of coal
Hr accommodations for passengers unsurpassed by
any vessel Of her class. In the first cabin she can &C
comodae 100 in the second class 100 and in the steer
age AGO, besides acrew Of l05 Matchmaking total Of
S2b,
The decorations OF the grand saloons are Of the most
elaborate style, comparing very favoraby with first
class American steamers The panels very Handsomely
ornamentcd with views OF German cities and seaboards
and the ceilings pillars, doors &c. painted in gold
in white. Tho upholstery, carpetng and other MINOR
things, are in keeping with the rest The state rooms
are large and have everything conducive to the comfort
OF the passengers while Just OFF the grand saloon
toned the ladies' room which is ssofrly arranged and
furnished, small piano adding 10 its other comforts.
Tie second cabin is very little inferior to the first il
IL Is at AL inferior The only thing wants the gaudy
decorations that can in no way add the pleasure of
voyage II Is roomy tall and exceedingly comfortable,
and has ever. thing but the gliding.
The other portions Of the vessel are equally perfect
The kitchen, engines, &c. inspected by the com
pany and the greatest satisfaction was manifested
by all.
AZ soon the guests had satisfied themselves by
looking over the ship their ears were greeted by the
pleasant sound oi The gong and hey ushered into
the salcOn where most bcuntnGl repast awaited
them, every delicacy Of the being fur
nished for their use, and the choicest wines
was seated Captain H. J, Won Sanep, OF the Hansa,
splendid specimen Of the oYhanded hospitab!e seaman
together with the polish OF the finished gentleman. ON
either side OF him seated Collector Barney Judge
the consgnees ~ The ship, the members II the press
Mr. Coffin, Central super ntenden OF the Foreign Depart
ment New York iost ONCE, M Hyde, also Of tho Post
Occ, the varoDa officers ~ che ship and other noables
together making very pleasant party Tho afternoon
was spent IN speechmnking, toastmnkng and other
yivialties
Tho Hansa Is taking cargo, and will sail, it is
expected TO m rrnw. She IS propeller bark rgged
and Is IN every way splendid specimen Of marine
arc lecture.
Tie follow ing arc the officers Of The Hgbaa,-
tdBt7jA--H J. Won Sartea
CRief n1f.ey-Gerhlrd Pohubotz
CAT Es}insef-lIheol1re Kaudelhat
,SUgtoa--Dr. August Ii0ins
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