Philly Steve Posted October 26, 2015 Author #226 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I worked for US lines as a computer operator in 1967 when I was 17, one of my fellow workers cruised on her every year at Christmas and New Years, I remember he said he received a clothing allowance and got his normal pay and he said his main job was to tell the bartenders what time to close the bar, I would have been good at that job, bar would have remained open. US lines was then located at 1 Broadway at the tip of Manhattan. That MUST have been a great job. :D Just curious. What kind of computer work was avaiable in 1967? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 26, 2015 #227 Share Posted October 26, 2015 That MUST have been a great job. :D Just curious. What kind of computer work was avaiable in 1967? :confused: There was second generation IBM mainframe 1401, also everything was on cards so there was sorters and misc other stuff, worked in field from 67 till I retired last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Walt Posted October 26, 2015 #228 Share Posted October 26, 2015 There was second generation IBM mainframe 1401, also everything was on cards so there was sorters and misc other stuff, worked in field from 67 till I retired last year. In 1959 we had a huge Univac 1105 computer installed in the entire basement of an academic building on the campus at the University of North Carolina that handled a lot of basic clerical data for the school and supported a management "game" for an advanced management class I was taking. The game required a lot of data entry via punch cards and was replete with errors if/when some poor soul in the sorting room spilled the cards. Here's a photo of a part of the chassis of the 1105: And of a "computer job" back then: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted October 26, 2015 #229 Share Posted October 26, 2015 The IBM 1401 computer was the size of a car and total memory was 4k, yours sounds like 1st generation 1401 was 2nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted October 27, 2015 Author #230 Share Posted October 27, 2015 There was second generation IBM mainframe 1401, also everything was on cards so there was sorters and misc other stuff, worked in field from 67 till I retired last year. Congrats on a great career. You had behind the counter experience to amazing development through the years. In 1959 we had a huge Univac 1105 computer installed in the entire basement of an academic building on the campus at the University of North Carolina that handled a lot of basic clerical data for the school and supported a management "game" for an advanced management class I was taking. The game required a lot of data entry via punch cards and was replete with errors if/when some poor soul in the sorting room spilled the cards. Here's a photo of a part of the chassis of the 1105: And of a "computer job" back then: Thanks for the pics. Vacuum tubes! Heat was the enemy back then, and today too. Back on topic, the Conservancy is planning a SS United States presence at the upcoming NYC Veterans Parade. More to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubetti Posted October 27, 2015 #231 Share Posted October 27, 2015 It may occur to some that the Conservancy is "crying wolf," but in this case, I don't think so. The Lenfest money and other big donations can't last forever. Of course it is, Steve, they care less about the ship and more about maintaining the Conservancy and remembering the Big U. I mean, you don't think Susan Gibbs is doing this for free? I don't think so but I could be wrong! :cool: Sadly, the SS United States Trust got shafted by Lenfest, when he put the conservancy in charge instead of the Trust. The latter entity would have been the wisest choice. The more Susan Gibbs wants to see her in New York, the less the chances are to save the ship. It is as simple as that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted October 29, 2015 Author #232 Share Posted October 29, 2015 Of course it is, Steve, they care less about the ship and more about maintaining the Conservancy and remembering the Big U. I mean, you don't think Susan Gibbs is doing this for free? I don't think so but I could be wrong! :cool: Sadly, the SS United States Trust got shafted by Lenfest, when he put the conservancy in charge instead of the Trust. The latter entity would have been the wisest choice. The more Susan Gibbs wants to see her in New York, the less the chances are to save the ship. It is as simple as that. So much time has passed since the Lenfest donation. It's sad the project remains stalled. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted October 29, 2015 Author #233 Share Posted October 29, 2015 From NBC Nightly News this week... http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/desperate-pleas-to-save-iconic-ss-united-states-from-the-scrap-pile-552337475821 Sadly, nothing new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted October 30, 2015 #234 Share Posted October 30, 2015 (edited) My parents went aboard the United States today. So far they have only sent one picture...sorry I don't know why it is rotated Edited October 30, 2015 by Levon71 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted November 1, 2015 #235 Share Posted November 1, 2015 Remains of first class staterooms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted November 1, 2015 #236 Share Posted November 1, 2015 How do I post these pictures larger? If I click on the yellow icon with the mountain on it, my whole browser (iPad) closes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 1, 2015 Author #237 Share Posted November 1, 2015 (edited) My parents went aboard the United States today. So far they have only sent one picture...sorry I don't know why it is rotated Thanks for posting and glad to hear they were able to go aboard. It can be a heartbreaking experience for those who were familiar with the ship in its heyday. It's amazing how small the first class staterooms seemed. Did they enjoy the dinner and was there anything new on the ship? Edited November 1, 2015 by Philly Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted November 1, 2015 #238 Share Posted November 1, 2015 It was a thrill for my mom to be back aboard after all those decades. She is an artist and said she would like to put a piece in the auction next time...if there is a next time. My dad said the gala raised enough money to keep it afloat for another month or so. He said the hull doesn't appear to be taking on water but there are exposed areas that are so rusted and corroded he is not optimistic it can be saved. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted November 1, 2015 #239 Share Posted November 1, 2015 I have the answer for the United States: Donald Trump. Think about it...he knows real estate, he loves New York, he has billions of dollars...and he wants to "make America great again." Maybe he could make the United States great again instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 2, 2015 Author #240 Share Posted November 2, 2015 It was a thrill for my mom to be back aboard after all those decades. She is an artist and said she would like to put a piece in the auction next time...if there is a next time. My dad said the gala raised enough money to keep it afloat for another month or so. He said the hull doesn't appear to be taking on water but there are exposed areas that are so rusted and corroded he is not optimistic it can be saved. :( Thanks for the update. I hope there is a next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levon71 Posted November 2, 2015 #241 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Me too. Can you tell me how to post pictures within my text instead of as attached thumbnails? If so I will post more of the pics my parents took last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spender Nui Posted November 2, 2015 #242 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Just saw a blurb on nbc channel 10 news and found this on the Internet. http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/SS-United-States-Being-Prepared-For-a-New-Life-233789561.html# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 3, 2015 Author #243 Share Posted November 3, 2015 The SS United States Conservancy says the emergency campaign has raised enough to keep the ship around for at least another month. http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2015/11/02/cash-helps-historic-ocean-liner-avoid-scrap-heap-for-now/ It is still seeking major donors and will make a decision on the next plan of action soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 9, 2015 Author #244 Share Posted November 9, 2015 The SS United States Conservancy board met last Friday and confirmed emergency donations "in excess of 100k dollars. A board statement mentions ongoing discussions with NYC parties, adding it hopes to make an announcement on the ship's future, perhaps by the end of the month. http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2015/11/ss_united_states_officals_donations_keep_ships_lif.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnjrockette Posted November 9, 2015 #245 Share Posted November 9, 2015 Every time I cross over the bridge to Philly, I look to make sure the ship is still there. Have always said if I win the lottery I would give a big chunk to its restoration! Long live the SS United States!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 10, 2015 Author #246 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Every time I cross over the bridge to Philly, I look to make sure the ship is still there. I do the same thing every day. I can see the huge funnels from my living room window. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 19, 2015 Author #247 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Executive Director Susan Gibbs thanks supporters for their donations and says discussions continue on the redevelopment of the ship. She cites confidentiality agreements for the lack of details. The Conservancy had a presence at New York's Veterans Day parade. The message did not mention any new deadlines. The SS United States has broken a new record: longest time in lay-up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 24, 2015 Author #248 Share Posted November 24, 2015 An email, dated 11.23.16 from the SS United States Conservancy states that critical funding has given the ship more time. The Conservancy says more than $600,000 has been raised in the seven weeks of the SOS campaign and scrap bids have been rejected. Donations included several major gifts including two for $100k and $250k from an unnamed West Coast contributor. The Conservancy says negotiations continue with existing and new developers who are "actively engaged in exploring options for the ship's adaptive reuse." It appears New York remains the focal point of these talks. The email reports these developments will keep the ship afloat well into next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnjrockette Posted November 27, 2015 #249 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Saved.... "for now"... http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Historic-Cruise-Ship-Gets-600000-Lifeline-354034291.html?_osource=SocialFlowFB_PHBrand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Steve Posted November 30, 2015 Author #250 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Sadly, that has been the status of the ship for years now. But...the 'ole gal is still hanging on. I paused while shopping in South Philadelphia to savor her lingering beauty. The SS United States remains an impressive sight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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