As a Printer for Elder Dempster Lines, Graham Austin sometimes worked 18-hours a day and was responsible for printing the menus, programme of events and stationery for the ship’s various departments. Listen to Graham's interview.
Ray Donker was Chief Mate with Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Ray Donker's interview
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As Second Engineer at Elder Dempster Lines, David was responsible for: the care and maintenance of machinery, the power generation, the pumping system, the refrigeration and other electrical items. Listen to David's interview.
Jim was a Purser at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Jim's interview.
Alan Wigelsworth began working for Elder Dempster Lines aged 15. Alan joined the company as office boy. Listen to Alan's interview.
Alan Dean was a purser for Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Alan's interview.
In his interview John Edge talks about his responsibilities as a Purser, as well as the pay and conditions he experienced when working at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to John's interview.
Denis Kelly worked in the marketing department for Elder Dempster Lines. Find out more about Denis's experiences by listening to his interview.
Ian Walker was a Fourth Engineer for Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Ian Walker's interview.