Famous Athletes on Titanic - A 1912 World Cup?

 With World Cup enjoying its 84th Year, I thought it might be appropriate to tell you a few stories of the Famous Athletes that sailed on Titanic. I would like to ask you a few trivia questions and then I will give you the answers. This research is truly amazing. I think you will be surprised and will perhaps learn new stories of the passengers who sailed Titanic. Follow me on this Titanic Sports Journey.... 

Titanic Trivia Question 1.

http://www.encyclopedia-titanica.org/titanic-survivor/richard-norris-williams.html

 

Trivia Answer 1: 

Mr. Richard Norris Williams - Mr. Williams was reported to have  floated in the 28 degree water for several hours after Titanic's sinking. When the Carpathia rescued him, he was told by the Doctor onboard that he would lose his legs. He refused to have them amputated and began walking the decks to try to create circulation. Not only did he save his legs, but he went on to win the 1912 United States mixed doubles (with Ms. Mary Browne). In 1914 and 1916 he was United States singles champion, 1920 Wimbledon men's doubles champion (with Mr C. S. Garland) and runner up in 1924 (with Mr W. M. Washburn), 1924 Olympic gold medalist and between 1913 and 1926 was a member of the United States Davis Cup team.

Titanic Trivia Question 2. 

http://www.titanicattraction.com/titanic-trivia-answer-william-frauenthal.php

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Titanic Trivia Answer 2: 

Dr. Henry William Frauenthal was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania on 13 March 1863. He attended Lehigh University where he played football on the very 1st Amercian College team. He graduated in 1888 with a degree in analytical chemistry and he specialized in chronic joint diseases. After marrying his love, Clara Heinscheimer in France, he boarded Titanic at Southampton to return to the US. Click Here for More Info.

 Titanic Trivia Question 3.

http://www.titanicattraction.com/titanic-trivia-answer-duff-gordon.php

 Titanic Trivia Answer 3: 

Sir Cosmo Edmund Duff-Gordan was an excellent fencer and won a silver medal in the 1906 Great Britain Summer Olympics. He and his wife got in Lifeboat #1 right before it was lowered into the water. Click Here for More Info.

Titanic Trivia Question 4:

http://www.titanicattraction.com/titanic-trivia-answer-charles-wlliams.php

 

Titanic Trivia Answer 4:

Charles Williams was born in Harrow, England on Saturday, July 28th 1888. Williams was a professional Squash Racquet Sportsman and was traveling on Titanic to New York to defend his title. What happened to him on Titanic? Click Here to Find Out. 

Titanic Trivia Question 5: 

http://www.titanicattraction.com/titanic-trivia-answer02.php

Trivia Answer 5:

Quigg Edmond Baxter was born in Montreal on 13 July 1887, the son of banker James Baxter. Quiqq went to a private boys school in Montreal and went on to join the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association when he was 17. He quickly earned a reputation as a star football and hockey player. He played hockey with the Montreal Shamrocks until he took a low blow to his eye from a stick during a game in 1907, and lost his sight on one eye. What Happened to Him on Titanic? Find Out Here.

Although I can't find any accounts of Soccer players traveling Titanic, Soccer definitely existed in 1912. World Cups didn't begin until 1930, but there were many other athletic competition in 1912 as you can see by the stories of the above famous athletes who sailed on Titanic. Want to see some actual Sports Memorabilia from the Titanic sinking? Visit the Titanic Museum Attraction. How do you pay respect to those who have lost their lives? You simply tell their stories. That is what we do every day at the Titanic Museum Attractions in Branson, Mo. and Pigeon Forge, Tn. 

Come see us.

Erin Wicker
Chief Purser
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Titanic descendant at Titanic Branson June 20 and June 21

She (Yvonne Hume) arrived this morning all the way from England! The Great Niece of Titanic's 1st Violinist, John Law Hume, came to spend the weekend at our Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson, Mo. to help us pay tribute to her Great Uncle and the entire Titanic Band in our new Musician Gallery. What an honor it is to have a true relative of someone who sailed on Titanic. She has so many stories to tell. She has written a book too!

Purchase here: http://www.nimbus.ca/Search.aspx?k=yvonne%20hume

I always get a bit nervous when a Titanic Descendant comes to see a tribute that we have created for one of their family members. You hope that you have done a respectful job of representing their family member and that they are pleased with the display. I believe she was truly blown away. Yvonne met us at the ship this morning for a press conference and a private breakfast where Music Directors  from all over the country came to meet her and join us in a special tribute to John Law Hume. It was very powerful and emotional to see her standing in front of a photo of her Great Uncle.

History is brought to life inside our ship. It's not just rooms full of artifacts, it stories of REAL PEOPLE that we tell every day. We have a museum because Titanic is in our hearts. We pay respect to those who have lost their lives by simply telling their stories... so that they are never forgotten.

If you would like to personally meet Yvonne Hume, she will be at the Titanic Museum Attraction tomorrow, June 20th and Saturday, June 21st to sign her books and talk about her Great Uncle with guests. It is a historic event that you won't want to miss.

Here are a few behind the scenes photos of Yvonne with special guests at her press conference.

1st Class Maid Jamie with Ms. Yvonne Hume in the Music Gallery at Titanic Branson

Young Pianist Linnea Babcock with 1st Class Maid Jamie with Ms. Yvonne Hume in the Music Gallery at Titanic Branson

Yvonne Hume talking with a Music Director in the Titanic Branson Music Gallery

Yvonne Hume in the Gift Shop with 2 Beautiful Boys.

To purchase tickets to this event - CLICK HERE.

See at the ship of dreams.

Chief Purser,

Erin Wicker

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Titanic Branson Father's Day Boat Show

Titanic Branson Father's Day Boat Show
Saturday, June 14th from 9am-6pm and
Sunday, June 15th from 9am-6pm
Free Event in Parking Lot! 

Mark your calendars! Free Event! Titanic's Father's Day Boat Show is Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15th from 9am - 6pm at Titanic Branson. This year, We’ve invited Branson West Marine to drop anchor in our parking lot and show off some of their newest, fastest, hottest models from their show room. This exclusive Father’s Day event is free and open to the public. Perfect gift for Dad!

For more information, please contact us at 800-381-7670.

Here are some photos from when my family took their Dad to the Boat Show. 

See you there!

Chief Purser
Erin Wicker

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I Love Dad on Mondays by Erin Wicker

I love Dad on Mondays when he wakes me up for school. He tickles me and sings a song. I think he's really cool.

I love Dad on Tuesdays when the sun is shining bright. We play outside till bedtime, then he tucks me in at night.

I love Dad on Wednesdays when he listens to my dreams. He always has some good advice. We make a perfect team.

I love Dad on Thursdays when he fixes broken toys. He's patient, kind, and caring and he loves his little boys.

I love Dad on Fridays when he takes me for a ride. We go to places boys should go. He's always by my side.

I love Dad on Saturdays -the weekends finally here. We wake up early, snuggle tight,  all fears - they disappear.

I love Dad on Sundays when God provides us with some rest. God blessed me with a perfect Dad. I think he is the best.

Titanic's Facebook Fan of the Week! Win a Titanic T-Shirt!

Calling all Titaniacs! Submit your "Titanic" related photo on our Facebook page and you could be chosen as our Titanic Facebook Fan of the Week. Each Friday, we will pick our favorite "Titanic" photo and that person will win a Titanic T-Shirt from our online gift shop. Plus, we will post the winning photo on our Facebook wall for all of our fans to see and enjoy.

Ideas for photos:

1. A photo of you and your family in front of one of our Titanic Museum Attractions.
2. A photo of you - Recreating a scene from the Titanic movie.
3. A photo of you in Titanic Crew costume.
4. A photo of your Titanic tattoo, Titanic themed party, Titanic model, etc.

Hurry. Contest ends July 25th, 2014.

Titanic Branson Getaway Giveaway

Dare to Share for chances to win a Fantastic Branson Adventure!

The Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson, MO has teamed up with the most amazing partners to bring you and your family a chance to win a dream vacation in the Ozarks. Imagine enjoying this dream vacation in the “Show Me State” filled with adventure, excitement, extraordinary dining and luxury accommodations! It’s all possible with our Dare to Share Vacation Adventure Sweepstakes! Dare to Share Prize-Pack Includes:

4 Tickets to Titanic Museum, Branson -  We've built the Permanent, Interactive Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson, MO, honoring the 2,208 passengers and crew who sailed Titanic 102 years ago. 4 Tickets to Dixie Stampede, Branson - Dixie Stampede is heating up its 20th Season with the biggest, boldest, brightest Roman Ride of Fire ever! 4 Tickets to Silver Dollar City, Branson - Silver Dollar City is rolling out the red, white & blue carpet this year with a yearlong celebration of America! 3 Night Stay at Thousand Hills, Branson - Your family of 4 will be in the lap of luxury during your incredible stay with Thousand hills, Branson, MO. $500.00 Gift Card to Tanger Outlets, Branson - Head on over to Tanger Outlets Branson and shop 'til you drop with a $500.00 gift card, good for any store within Tanger Outlets Branson. How to enter: Anyone 18 years or older can enter using Enter Now button below. Remember, each time you tweet, like, share and post, you receive an entry so the more you share, the more chances you have to win. Now, enough of the small talk, get to sharing and good luck to each and every one!