deck passenger

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DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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a passenger on a steamboat travelling at the lowest rate on the deck, often providing his own food and bedding.

Quotations

1819

Deck Passengers will pay 15s. and may either bring their own Provisions, or can be furnished by the Steward.

1832

Cabin passengers from Kingston to Bytown--Five Shillings each.--Deck Passengers to be charged half price.