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Queen Mary Sets Sail as Atlantic Ocean’s Greatest Liner
A huge Cunard White Star liner the Queen Mary will debut June 1 in New York harbor. At 1018 feet and 73000 tons she promises safety and luxury with 2100 accommodations, 32 radio wavelengths, 24 lifeboats and a top speed aimed at eclipsing rivals like Normandie. The era of affordable transatlantic travel begins as Britain backs mass passenger service and potential U.S. shipbuilding plans.
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