In this Nov. 22, 2013, file photo, the SS United States sits moored in Philadelphia. The historic luxury vessel that hosted princes and presidents could be sold for scrap unless a preservation group raises enough money by the end of the October 2015.
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The rusting hulk has been moored in Philadelphia for nearly 20 years. The SS United States Conservancy says it’s pursuing promising leads to bring the ship to New York.
In this Nov. 22, 2013, file photo, stairs lead down to the promenade deck of the SS United States in Philadelphia.
In this June 25, 2012, file photo, plants grow in the interior of SS United States in Philadelphia.
In this July 3, 1952, file photo, the SS United States glides down the Hudson River as it begins its first voyage to Europe from New York in view of the Midtown Manhattan skyline including the Empire State building on the center right.