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S S China
The Steam Ship China was built for the Pacific Mail Steamship Company for their San Francisco, Yokahama, and Hong Kong service.
Launched in 1889, it was the smaller vessel in the fleet being 320 feet long and 40 feet in the Beam with three decks, four holds and four masts. It was capable of 17 knots and was powered by a 953 n.h.p. steam engine and single screw.
Originally designed to accommodate 139 first class passengers, 33 second, and 519 third class, she had a major refit in 1903 and emerged with accommodation for 139 first class passengers, 41 second, and 347 third class.
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1907 - 1984 (76 years)