Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Incident involving a car going into a ditch, which broke the near-side front spring, and its subsequent repair. | ||
| View original record | +4199 Le-Canadel. 13. April. 25. Mr. Hives, On Saturday 11-4-25 we had. C. de. Salamanca and his friend a Mr. Rocca. at Le-Canadel. When coming up the drive to the house, after trying 5-9-H. Mr. Rocca… | ||
| scan0002 | Reporting an accident involving a Goshawk I chassis and requesting authorization for repairs. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs. V4199 Hsl/LG22. 9. 21. X3461 Attached herewith is a copy of a report of an accident our man Burrows had with Goshawk 1 chassis yesterday. The damage done to the car will necessitate new… | ||
| scan0003 | Repair instruction sheet for a Goshawk I car due to an accident. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 615. (50 H.) (SD.733 10-8-17). M.P. 181592. X 4499 HS REPAIR. 16261 WKS. ORDER NO. { 84585. September 28th 1921. CAR NO. Goshawk 1. Owner's Name Customer Rolls-Royce Insurance. No. off Order No.… | ||
| scan0004 | Follow-up communication requesting confirmation of accident damage repairs on a car. | ||
| View original record | V4219 2-G-II. Order 60111 Hs. D/L8/B22.3.23. Please say if the damage due to accident to the above mentioned car has now been made good in accordance with instructions of March 13th. D. L. RECEIVED | ||
| scan0005 | Damage to car 2.G.11 following an accident. | ||
| View original record | X4219 To D/L. from Hs/TMW. Hs/TMW1/LG12.3.23. RE. ACCIDENT TO CAR 2.G.11. As far as can be seen, the only damage that has been done is - bent front axle and a bent head lamp bracket. Neither of these… | ||
| scan0006 | Accident involving a 3-GOSHAWK-11 car, detailing damage and repair estimates. | ||
| View original record | X4219 D/L. from Hs/TMW. Hs/TMW2/LG24.3.23 ACCIDENT TO - 3-GOSHAWK-11 Attached please find report from our Tester Lidsey on accident to the above car. Messrs. Sanderson have examined the damage and… | ||
| scan0007 | Accident report concerning a 3-Goshawk-11 car being rear-ended by a Ford Lorry. | ||
| View original record | Friday - Mar. 23rd. 1923. A. C. Lidsey. Accident to 3-Goshawk-11 Car. I was driving the above car along Uttoxeter Rd., travelling towards town, at about 4-30 p.m. this afternoon. There was a tramcar… | ||
| scan0008 | Notification confirming that the damage to car 2-GOSHAWK-11 has been repaired. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs/TMW. X-4219 Hs/TMW1/LG24.3.23. 2-GOSHAWK-11. Referring to your D/L8/B22.3.23. The damage to the above car has now been made good. Hs/TMW. | ||
| scan0009 | Follow-up letter requesting information to proceed with a damage claim following an accident. | ||
| View original record | Y4219 Re - Accident to 3/G/II. Hs/TMW/LG24.3.23. Hs. D/L5/T4.6.23. Kindly note that we are still waiting for the information asked for in D/L27/ B13.4.23, and until we receive this we are unable to… | ||
| scan0010 | Accident to car 3-GOSHAWK-11, detailing repair work and attaching an invoice. | ||
| View original record | Y4219 D/L. from Hs. Hs2/LG5.6.23. ACCIDENT TO 3-GOSHAWK-11. In reply to your D/L5/T4.6.23. For your information, we attach hereto Sanderson & Holmes Bros. Invoice. We have also fitted a new Petrol… | ||
| scan0011 | Transport and repair of damaged chassis Goshawk 4-G2. | ||
| View original record | X9219 P/W Hs. Wa.6/Go.6.23 Ré - Goshawk 4-G2 - Mr. Royce I am bringing chassis 4-G2 direct from here to Works. Same has had a slight accident and I am having n/s rear wheel and wing repaired before I… | ||
| scan0012 | From Hs. to Wa. Paris regarding a new thrust race sent for the 9-PK car. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Wa. Paris - from Hs. Hs2/LG27.3.24. 9-PK CAR. We sent off yesterday a new thrust race for the rear axle of the above car. We should be very pleased if you could let us know when you anticipate… | ||
| scan0013 | The delivery of chassis 9-PK to the coachbuilders Stril at Neuilly. | ||
| View original record | X4199 P/W Hs. Wa.GS.6/Go.31.3.24 chassis 9-PK - R. R. Ltd- ------------------------- Your memo HsS/LG.27.3.24 to hand. We expect to deliver the chassis to the coachbuilders Stril at Neuilly in the… | ||
| scan0014 | The delivery of chassis 9-PK to coachbuilders and the difficulty of body repairs due to split wooden frame pieces. | ||
| View original record | P/W Hs. X4199 Wa.5/Go.1.4.24 chassis 9-PK Further to our memo Wa.GS.6/Go.31.3.24 we have delivered above chassis to coachbuilders to-day who promise to have the body repaired and refitted, not later… | ||
| scan0015 | Replacement of a petrol tank for chassis 46-PK following an accident. | ||
| View original record | To Mr.Lomas. from RHC. C. Hs. X4199 RHC5/LS.12.5.24. RE - ACCIDENT TO 40/50 CHASSIS 46-PK. Regarding the attached, the Petrol Tank on 46-PK, was damaged beyond repair, and it was necessary to fit a… | ||
| scan0016 | Invoice for repairs following an accident to car 9.PK. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hsl/LG28.5.24. ACCIDENT TO 9.PK. CAR. In connection with the attached‡ This invoice was sent to us to O.K. last week. The Accounts Dept. should now be able to let you have the cost… | ||
| scan0017 | Unavoidable car accident in France involving a boy on a bicycle. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Chateauroux. Indre. France. June 26th, 1924. To "Hs" From A.J.Lidsey. I beg to confirm my wire of to-day's date, reading :- HIVES ROYCAR DERBY ANGLETERRE. REGRET TO REPORT UNAVOIDABLE ACCIDENT… | ||
| scan0018 | Telegram reporting an unavoidable road accident in France involving a boy on a bicycle. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. (6618) EM/7777 40,000M. 2/23 R.&Co.Ltd. E.1405. Handwritten Reference: X4199 Stamped Reference: 0122 Office Stamp: DERBY 27 JUN 24 from: W By: EA Handed in at: Acheres 10.55 M.… | ||
| scan0019 | Note about tests being made on the standard worm gear with two variations. | ||
| View original record | [Crossed out text] Tests on being made on the standard worm gear. with, ① considerable positive slack, ② with altered pitch | ||
| scan0020 | Accident at Pouilly, the condition of an injured boy, and receipt of new springs. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Chateauroux, Indre, France. June 28th, 1924. To "Hs" From A.J.Lidsey. ---------------- Re Accident at Pouilly 26.6.24. We went to Pouilly yesterday and inter-viewed the Doctor in whose charge… | ||
| scan0021 | Attaching a report of an accident involving car 98-NK in France. | ||
| View original record | X4199 D/L. from Hs. Hs/LG30.6.24. We attach for your information a report of accident to 98-NK. car in France. Hs. [Watermark: DICKINSON BOND 1804] | ||
| scan0022 | Letter reporting a road accident involving a boy on a bicycle in France. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Chateauroux, Indre, France. June 26th. 1924 To Hs. from A.J.Lidsey. I beg to confirm my wire of today's date, reading :- HIVES ROYCAR DERBY ANGLETERRE - REGRET TO REPORT UNAVOIDABLE ACCIDENT… | ||
| scan0023 | Copy of a report made by Mr. F. Harvey regarding an accident at Pouilly involving a car chassis and a boy on a bicycle. | ||
| View original record | Copy of report made by Mr. F. Harvey re. accident at Pouilly on June 26th.1924. June 26th. 1924. I was proceeding along the road between La Charite and Pouilly with 98-NK chassis, at about 30 m.p.h.,… | ||
| scan0024 | Typed letter detailing an investigation into an accident involving an injured boy in Pouilly, France. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Chateauroux, Indre, France. June 28th. 1924. To Hs. from A.J.Lidsey. RE. ACCIDENT AT POUILLY 26.6.24. We went to Pouilly yesterday and interviewed the Doctor in whose charge the injured boy is.… | ||
| scan0025 | Insurance ticket and legal proceedings following an accident involving car 35-PK. | ||
| View original record | X9977 X4199 COPY. To Hs. from Rm. copy sent to D/L X9971- X9770 X676 Chateauroux, Indre, France. July 7th. 1924. We thank you for the further Insurance Ticket for 35-PK which is now on the car. With… | ||
| scan0026 | Accident to car 35-PK in France, attaching the accident report and an insurance identification ticket. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs/TMW. Hs/TMW1/LG1 6. 8. 24. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK CAR IN FRANCE. Attached please find report of accident to 35-PK car together with Provincial Insurance Co. Indentification Ticket.… | ||
| scan0027 | Car accident where car 35 PK overturned in a river near Vierzon, France. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Chateauroux. Indre. France. AJLI/Crn.14.8.24. To "Hs" From A.J.Lidsey. ----------------- I regret to have to report an accident to 35 PK. Shepard and Crofts took the car out yesterday,… | ||
| scan0028 | Aftermath of a car accident, including arrangements for the vehicle and an extensive list of damages. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The following man took the men to the hospital; he was the first on the scene after the accident :- Monsieur Jean BEAUVAIS, Bureau de Poste et Télégraphe, VIGNOUX sur BARANGEON. Cher. We could… | ||
| scan0029 | Letter discussing the aftermath of an accident, including hospital fees, driver injuries, and vehicle status. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - We have not had the chance to examine the car yet to send in a full report of the damage done; we will get Paris to examine it thoroughly and let us have a full report. Enclosed please find copy… | ||
| scan0030 | Hand-drawn diagram illustrating the scene of a car accident between Vierzon and Bourges. | ||
| View original record | ACCIDENT TO 35 PK 13.8.24 BETWEEN VIERZON & BOURGES 49941 POSITION OF CAR AFTER ACCIDENT TO VIERZON Car proceeding from Vierzon to Bourges TRACK OF CAR VISIBLE ON ROAD BYE ROAD SLOPE DOWN TO FORD CART… | ||
| scan0031 | Accident involving car 35-PK in France. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. C to Cg X4499 Hs2/LG19.8.24. RE. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK CAR IN FRANCE. We attach herewith a sketch shewing the position of the accident in France to the car fitted with 4-wheel brakes. We… | ||
| scan0032 | Brief typed memo to Hs. regarding a conversation about 35-PK and attached documents. | ||
| View original record | X4199 PRIVATE. Hs. D/L13/T21.8.24. Referring to our conversation this morning regarding 35-PK, attached is copy of BJ19/H20.8.24, together with copy of our reply. Please let us have a copy of your… | ||
| scan0033 | Short memo concerning an accident involving vehicle 35-PK and the return of related photographs. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To Hs. from BJ. BJ15/H21.8.24. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK. Thank you for the photographs, which are returned herewith. These are of much interest. It seems extremely fortunate that the drivers were not… | ||
| scan0034 | Insurance of Car 35-PK and workmen's compensation following an accident in France. | ||
| View original record | Re - Car 35-PK - Accident in France. BJ. D/L12/T21.8.24. BJ19/H20.8.24. This car is insured as our property. The men are not insured, but they are given a letter stating that they are entitled to the… | ||
| scan0035 | Acknowledgement of a wire regarding the return of experimental car chassis 35 P.K. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Derby X9941 Ps22/E/IB.23.8.24 Re Chassis 35 P.K. We beg to acknowledge receipt of your wire reading: "Thirtyfive P K Experimental Car should be returned in packing case - Hives." and have ordered… | ||
| scan0036 | Report on an accident involving a 4-wheel brake test car in France. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. c. to Wor. Hs1/LG25.8.24. RE: ACCIDENT WITH 4-WHEEL BRAKE TEST CAR IN FRANCE. We attach a report from our Mr. Lidsey who is in charge of… | ||
| scan0037 | Report from A.J. Lidsey detailing the circumstances of an accident involving car 35-PK, focusing on braking and speed. | ||
| View original record | COPY. CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. AJL2/Cm. 21.8.24. To Hs. from A.J.Lidsey. I have received your letter of the 18th. inst. With reference to your queries re. the accident to 35-PK :- (1) Given exactly… | ||
| scan0038 | Cover letter regarding an accident to car 35-PK in France, with attached insurance correspondence. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hs/LG26.8.24. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK IN FRANCE. We attach for your information letter from the Urbaine & La Seine Insurance Co. in connection with accident previously reported to 35-PK… | ||
| scan0039 | Telegram regarding the arrival in Dieppe and the condition of a car. | ||
| View original record | B. 4: LGR DIEPPE. 28. 10.15. 22. = HIVES ROYCAR DERBY ENGD = ARRIVED DIEPPE LAST NIGHT HAVE NOT YET SEEN CAR STOP IT SHOULD BE DRIVEABLE WILL WIRE LATER LIDSEY : | ||
| scan0040 | Telegram reporting a minor accident in France caused by a sheared centre bolt on a front spring. | ||
| View original record | Office of Origin: 226 DCW DIEPPE 28 TH 15.25 41 Received at: DERBY 28 AUG 24 To: HIVER ROYCAR DERBY ENG = Handwritten Note: Royce W.W. To Sales car in France Message: ACCIDENT CAUSED BY STEERING… | ||
| scan0041 | Confirmation of a telegram reporting a car accident in France caused by a sheared front spring bolt. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams: "ROYCAR, DERBY." To: Royce West Wittering District CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM sent to you this day By ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. X4199 29/8/24 TO{ Accident to Sales car in… | ||
| scan0042 | Confirmation of a telegram reporting slight damage to a car being driven to Derby. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams: "ROYCAR, DERBY." To District CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM sent to you this day By ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TO { 2 slight damage done stop Driver driving car to Derby.… | ||
| scan0043 | Accident to a 48-PK car in France caused by a front spring failure. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BJ. c. to Wor. X.9946 X4199 Hs3/LG29.8.24. ACCIDENT TO 48-PK CAR IN FRANCE. X.9946. We wired to you this morning as follows :- "ACCIDENT TO SALES CAR IN FRANCE CAUSED BY… | ||
| scan0044 | Requesting the replacement of a steering wheel on car 48-PK with a new pattern wheel for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hives from CWB. X4199 1896 CWB8/DB1-9-24. I understand from Henning that 48-PK is now delivered to the Works for repair. Will it be possible for you to replace the existing steering wheel with… | ||
| scan0045 | Expenses incurred from an accident to car 35-PK in France, for insurance purposes. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hsl/LG1.9.24. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK CAR IN FRANCE. We give below an extract from AJL1/Crn25.8.24 in connection with the above :- "Enclosed please find statement of the expenses… | ||
| scan0046 | Front spring failure that caused an accident to a 48-PK car in France. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 498A (20H) (D.A. 652 20-2-24) J.H.D. x9946 x4199 EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. 9946 REF: HS3/LG2.9.24. To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to RG. BY. c. to E. DA. c. to Wor. S E C R E T. ACCIDENT TO… | ||
| scan0047 | Investigating spring and sheath issues that caused a car to pull to the right when braking, leading to an accident. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 493A (80II) (D.A. 652 20-8-24) J.H.D. -2- EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. 9946 REF: Hs3/LG2.9.24. We suggest, when the springs were changed, which was done during the Works Holiday, that the 12½%… | ||
| scan0048 | Investigation concluding that a vehicle fault was due to a broken centre bolt, not the 4-wheel brakes. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -3- We consider that from the 19th. to the 26th. the car was run with the centre bolt broken and the front spring was not properly held. From the evidence we cannot attribute the accident to… | ||
| scan0049 | Accident report detailing a vehicle collision with a tree and the subsequent damage assessment. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM AJL1/Crn30.8.24. :- I received your wire at 1.30 p.m. on Wednesday morning, having been out on 9-PK and been held up by broken petrol pipe. I could not get away from here until 4 p.m. on… | ||
| scan0050 | Fitting a new spring centre bolt, the car's condition, and its expected arrival in Derby. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -3- We fitted a new spring centre bolt, which we obtained from a local garage. We tried the car afterwards and every thing seemed to be in very good order. There is no steering taking charge… | ||
| scan0051 | Request for particulars of repairs and expenses for car 98-PK following an accident in order to make a claim. | ||
| View original record | X499 re - Accident to 98-PK - September 21st 1924. HS. D/L3/B27-9-24. Please let us have full particulars of the repairs necessary due to this accident, and any expenses in connection with getting the… | ||
| scan0052 | Accident to car 98-PK, resulting in damage to the petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hs7/LG23.9.24. ACCIDENT TO 98-PK. CAR. Attached herewith is a report of accident to 98-PK car. The only damage done to the car is to the petrol tank. It will require a new tank… | ||
| scan0053 | Repairs and costs for car 98-PK following an accident. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. V4199 Hs4/LG29.9.24. ACCIDENT TO 98-PK CAR. Referring to D/L3/B27.9.24. The repairs necessary to this car were :- One new Petrol Tank less petrol level indicator, filter and filler… | ||
| scan0054 | Follow-up letter regarding an accident involving 35-PK at Crocker Hill. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Accident to 35-PK - Crocker Hill. December 1923. Hs. D/L12/B28-10-24. You promised to let us know when Lovesey would be going/to the Olympia Show, so that he could call on the Solicitors with… | ||
| scan0055 | Accident involving the 48-PK car in France, detailing the driver and initial repair costs. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. Y4199 Hs3/LG29.9.24. RE. ACCIDENT TO 48-PK CAR. With reference to the accident to this car in France which occurred when the car was being run by the Sales Dept. and was being driven… | ||
| scan0056 | Confirming a meeting with solicitors regarding an accident at Crocker Hill in December 1923. | ||
| View original record | 4199 Re Accident to 35-PK Crocker Hill. December 1923. Hs. D/L2/B1-11-24. This confirms our conversation this morning that the Solicitors can see Lovesey at 2.0 p.m. on Monday next the 3rd inst., We… | ||
| scan0057 | Typed memo requesting an update on work carried out and associated charges following an accident to vehicle 48-PK. | ||
| View original record | K4199 Accident to 48-PK. Hs3/LG.29-9-24. Hs. D/L3/B31-12-24. We should be glad to know whether the further work referred to has been carried out, and if so by whom, and when, so that we can deal with… | ||
| scan0058 | Follow-up letter requesting a reply regarding Lidsey's accident in France. | ||
| View original record | H4199 Lidsey's Accident - June 1924 France. Hs. D/L18/B14-11-24. Kindly let us have a reply to our D/L5/B24-10-24, as we are anxious to dispose of this matter. D. L. | ||
| scan0059 | Letter discussing repair estimates and potential body modifications for vehicle 35-PK following an accident. | ||
| View original record | Accident to 35-PK. V4199 Hs. D/L10/B2-2-25. With reference to our recent conversation an estimate for the necessary repairs to the body due to accident is approximately £150. 0. 0. We understand that… | ||
| scan0060 | Correspondence regarding body modifications and repair costs for car 35-PK following an accident. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs. Hs3/LG4.2.25. ACCIDENT TO 35-PK CAR. With reference to D/L10/B2.2.25. The only modification we wish to make to the body which was on 35-PK car, is to raise the scuttle 1" and to… | ||
| scan0061 | Covering memo forwarding a report on a slight accident involving car 98-NK in Paris. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hsl/LG4.3.25. ACCIDENT TO 98-NK CAR - PARIS. We attach copy of report received from Mr. Lidsey at Chateauroux, France, in connection with a slight accident to the above car.… | ||
| scan0062 | Correspondence regarding an insurance payout of £125 for accident damage to a car body. | ||
| View original record | Y 4199 Accident to 35-PK - August 1925. Hs3/LG.4-2-25. Hs. D/L6/B11-2-25. We have received from the Insurance Company a cheque for £125. 0. 0. in respect of the damage done to this body due to… | ||
| scan0063 | Extracting correspondence about an insurance claim following an accident with car 98-NK in Paris. | ||
| View original record | 4199 To D/L. from Hs. Hs3/LG5. 3. 25. ACCIDENT TO 98-NK CAR - PARIS. Below is an extract from Mr. Lidsey memo. ref. AJL1/Crn2.3.25 in connection with the above :- "We have received a letter from the… | ||
| scan0064 | Typed apology note regarding damage to the nearside wing of a car. | ||
| View original record | 44 PK X.4199 S/W. Hs from CWB. CWB14/LH9.3.25. I am very sorry to have spoilt the beauty of the nearside wings of this car and hope you will be able to reinstate it without difficulty or much expense.… | ||
| scan0065 | Telegram from Chateauroux to Derby reporting a vehicle held up due to a broken petrol pipe and wings. | ||
| View original record | (25518) EM7777 40,000M. 2/23 R.&Co.Ltd. E.1405. : CT PK X4199 0059 B or C Charges to pay Recd. from fs By SmB POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. No. of Telegram Office Stamp. DERBY 27AUG24 Sent...........M.… | ||
| scan0066 | Accident report concerning a Hispano Suiza car backing into another vehicle at a level crossing. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs. Y41.99 Hs/LG23.4.24. REPORT OF ACCIDENT TO HISPANO CAR. Whilst driving the Hispano Suiza car on the afternoon of 16th. April at 2.45 p.m., the car was standing at the level crossing at… | ||
| scan0067 | Potential accident and parts replacement for the 15-MC trials car. | ||
| View original record | X 4199 W/S. To C/Hn. from Hs. c. to Sn. Hs5/LGH.1.6.25. 15-MC - TRIALS CAR. X8950 On the 25th.ult we despatched to London new fan, fan belt and radiator for this car. Our man in London fixed them up.… | ||
| scan0068 | Clarifying a misunderstanding regarding parts despatched for chassis 15-MC, which had two separate accidents. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs. c. to Wor. c. to Hm. X4199 Hs5/LC15.6.25. CHASSIS 15-MC. X4199 / X8850 The misunderstanding as regards these instructions is due to the fact that it was never made clear that 15-MC car… | ||
| scan0069 | Requesting mileage figures from the Experimental Department regarding an accident to Chassis No. 73-SC. | ||
| View original record | X4199 He. re Accident to Chassis No.73-SC. With reference to the attached copy of memo Vhl/H26.2.26 Wor. has asked me to obtain from you the mileage figures as far as the Experimental Dept. is… | ||
| scan0070 | Accident involving Chassis 73-SC, discussing the legal ramifications and the need for statistical data on mileage and accidents. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Wor. from Wh Accident to Chassis 73-SC. This accident appears likely to cause considerable loss to the Company. The facts are being considered by the Administration and the Solicitors, and in… | ||
| scan0071 | Mileage of experimental cars and an accident involving chassis No. 73-SC. | ||
| View original record | To EWT. from Hs. X4199 Hs2/LG1.3.26. RE. ACCIDENT TO CHASSIS NO.73-SC. X4199 Mileage of experimental cars. Last year the approximate mileage of experimental cars in France running 10,000 miles tests… | ||
| scan0072 | Accident report concerning an employee scorched by a flame from an engine exhaust. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs. Hs2/LG26.10.26. ACCIDENT TO F. WEST (2365) ON 21ST.OCT. (about 10 a.m.) This man was severely scorched by a flame from the exhaust during carburetter adjustments to the Falcon… | ||
| scan0073 | Repair status of a car following an accident to settle a claim. | ||
| View original record | HS. X4199 D/L10/B8-11-26 CH.5882 - Accident Sept. 24th. According to Hs/TAG/LG27-9-26 the offside front wing was the only part of our car which was damaged. Has this been repaired please, if so by… | ||
| scan0074 | The straightening of a damaged front wing for chassis CH.5882, a repair which took 3 hours. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Hs. X4199 Hs2/LG9.11.26. CH.5882 - Accident Sept. 24th. The damaged front wing was straightened by ourselves: the time taken was 3 hrs. Hs. | ||
| scan0075 | Accident report detailing a collision between car 8-EX and a tramcar in Nottingham. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. Hs/TAG1/LG12. 7. 27. K4199 ACCIDENT TO 8-EX CAR. 7. 7. 27. When proceeding along Arkwright St., Nottingham in the direction of the Trent Bridge en-route for Cranwell Aerodrome, I was… | ||
| scan0076 | Request for details regarding an accident involving Chassis 98-NK. | ||
| View original record | HS. 4199 D/L2/B10-8-27. Accident to Chassis 98-NK. July 22nd. Please let us know the extent of the damage to this car, and when and by whom it will be repaired, and if possible the approximate cost. D… | ||
| scan0077 | Accident report concerning the 10-EX car, detailing a rear-end collision on the Derby to Burton road. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs/AJL. Hs/AJL1/LG17.8.27. ACCIDENT TO 10-EX CAR. I was driving 10-EX along the Derby to Burton Rd. towards Burton at approx. 4.45 p.m. on the 16.8.27. (G.Ratcliffe tester… | ||
| scan0078 | Continuation of an accident report detailing insurance, witness, and occupant information. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- The Standard car is insured with The Motor Union Insurance Co. The stationary car (registration No. XD-9112) was in the charge of G.Prince, 27 Elmwood Drive, Breadsall, Nr.Derby, who… | ||
| scan0079 | Telegram reporting a serious car accident in Amiens, France. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF TELEGRAM FROM AMIENS. TO: ROLLS ROYCE NIGHTINGALE RD DERBY ENG. Serious accident car wrecked Butler very seriously injured now at clinique Twenty rue Creton Amiens receiving all possible… | ||
| scan0080 | Post Office Telegraph from Paris regarding a report from Hawkins in Amiens. | ||
| View original record | (24901) Wt. 16404/959 35,000m 1/27 Harrow E.3481 POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS X4499 B or C Charges to pay This form, and if possible the envelope, should accompany any enquiry respecting this telegram.… | ||
| scan0081 | Short memo acknowledging a wire and confirming a previous memo regarding the experimental car, chassis 15-EX. | ||
| View original record | From Ps to Hs X4199 Ps4/IL.30.3.28 Chassis 15-EX - Experimental car We acknowledge receipt of wire and have put the matter in hand. "Ps" P.S.- We received your memo Hs1/LG29.3.28 and confirm our above… | ||
| scan0082 | Arranging a meeting with Mr. Grylls to discuss an accident involving car 15-EX. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X4419 CWB11/GM/5.4.28. ACCIDENT TO 15-EX. I have now heard from Mr. Grylls and find that Thursday the 12th suits him the best, so we will come up together from London on Thursday morning and… | ||
| scan0083 | Transport and return of a large leather suitcase belonging to a person named Butler. | ||
| View original record | 44199 S/W. Hs. CWB7/GM/5.4.28. This morning Mr. Punt from Paris brought over a large leather suit case, which I understand belonged to Butler. It has been put on a train for Derby and advice sent… | ||
| scan0084 | Accident involving car 15-EX in France and the subsequent investigation. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. C6/C29.3.28. RE. ACCIDENT TO 15-EX IN FRANCE. Presumably you will have the remnants of the car at the Works shortly and it is, of course, important that a careful examination should be made… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter detailing a serious car accident and offering a technical critique of the vehicle's steering. | ||
| View original record | Leightondene, Willingdon Rd., Eastbourne. 24.3.28. My dear PN. I expect you will have heard by now of the almighty smash we had near Amiens. I started to write to you there but it never got further as… | ||
| scan0086 | Continued letter describing how Triplex safety glass prevented serious injury in an incident. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- Well thats enough now. I'm rather tired and full of bromide, and I can explain anything you want to know later. By-the-bye - the Triplex glass saved us all. Butler would have been cut to… | ||
| scan0087 | Response to a note about 'spongy' steering on the 15-EX model. | ||
| View original record | 15-EX STEERING. Reference is made in Mr. Chrylls note to the steering being spongy. Apparently, because the steering is known to be lower geared, it is assumed to be spongy. Actually, the overall… | ||
| scan0088 | Report investigating a vehicle crash, listing potential causes and expressing confusion about a steering failure. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- as to what happened when he was previously driving is correct we should suspect :- (1) A broken road spring. (2) A broken side steering tube springs. (3) A rear shock absorber out of… | ||
| scan0089 | Steering issues and improvements for the 15-EX car. | ||
| View original record | RE. 15-EX CAR. STEERING. The steering of this car when first taken over to France was very good. Its selectivity and freedom from shocks was the best we had ever tried in France. There was a vibration… | ||
| scan0090 | The long-term steering performance and general road handling of a vehicle after extensive mileage. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- The selectivity was not so good as when the car was first taken over, when driving over bad cambered roads. The steering remained in this condition for 5000 miles under all conditions of… | ||
| scan0091 | Correspondence regarding a payment of 5,000 francs to Butler and the arrival of a coffin in Derby. | ||
| View original record | "HS" Derby X4199 HK32/MM.30.3.28. In reply to your Hs2/LG28.3.28, Butler drew Fcs.5,000 (five thousand francs) from this Company when he came through here about three weeks ago. He did not draw… | ||
| scan0092 | Confirming receipt of a bag and expense sheets, and travel arrangements. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Allens - Paris Depot. from Hs/GWH. X4199 Hs/GWH1/LG11.4.28. X775 We have received Ted's bag O.K. and have handed it over to Mr. Butler who sends his kind regards and thanks for your trouble. We… | ||
| scan0093 | Providing additional details about an accident involving car 15-EX. | ||
| View original record | 44199 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. WGR. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. CWB. Hs1/LG17.4.28. ACCIDENT TO 15-EX. 48490B With reference to our report ref. Hs1/LG13.4.28 in connection with the above, we wish to add… | ||
| scan0094 | Accident report detailing a collision between car 10-EX and a tramcar in Erdington. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from EFC. X 4491 EFC1/T13.11.28. RE ACCIDENT TO EXPL. CAR 10-EX. When proceeding through Erdington at 6.25 last night in the direction of Birmingham, in expl. car 10-EX, in passing a Birmingham… | ||
| scan0095 | Accident involving the 10-EX car while it was on loan. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs. YL499 Hs3/LG20.11.28. ACCIDENT TO 10-EX CAR. X8774 Referring to the accident with this car when EFC. was driving in Birmingham. At the time he was on his way to attend a meeting of… | ||
| scan0096 | Accident report detailing a collision between a test car and a cyclist in France. | ||
| View original record | To Hs From G.W.H. Y4199 Hotel de France Chateauroux Indre 7/2/29 [STAMP: RECEIVED 11 FEB 1929] Copy of report From Mr Reynolds Mr Hancock. Whilst testing car 19 EX today I had the misfortune to meet… | ||
| scan0097 | Cover note regarding an attached report on an accident involving the 19-EX car. | ||
| View original record | J4199 D/L. from Hs. Hs2/LG11.2.29. ACCIDENT TO 19-EX CAR. Will you kindly deal with the report of accident to the above car, which we attach. Hs. Please return report to this Dept. | ||
| scan0098 | Accident report concerning a fire on chassis 1-AL and the peculiar circumstances surrounding it. | ||
| View original record | SA X4199 OWE2G/16.2.28. To TFC: Copies to: Ep. By. Hs. Re: Chassis 1-AL. The attached is the copy of a report from ME regarding an accident which led to a fire. The circumstances are certainly… | ||
| scan0099 | Investigation report into a small fire on Chassis 1-AL, concluding it was an accidental electrical short from the Klaxon horn. | ||
| View original record | H. MK4/RK14.2.29. Re:- Chassis 1-AL. There was a small fire on this car on Monday morning last, the 11th. I was not there myself but Mc.Culloch reported to me that he was washing down the engine in… | ||
| scan0100 | Report on a fire accident concerning chassis 1-AL and proposing a solution. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To EFC: Copies to: Ep. By. Hs. CWB2GD16.2.29. Re: Chassis 1-AL. The attached is the copy of a report from MK regarding an accident which led to a fire. The circumstances are certainly peculiar,… | ||
| scan0101 | Small fire incident involving Chassis 1-AL and the subsequent investigation into its cause. | ||
| View original record | H. MK4/RK14.2.29. Re:- Chassis 1-AL. There was a small fire on this car on Monday morning last, the 11th. I was not there myself but McCulloch reported to me that he was washing down the engine in the… | ||
| scan0102 | Uncovered live electrical parts on chassis 1-AL, leading to shorts. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from EFC. c. to BY. EP. X4179 EFC1/LG19.2.29. CHASSIS 1-AL. Answering your CWB2/CD16.2.29. It appears, on enquiry, that this is one of other similar cases which have occasionally occurred. I… | ||
| scan0103 | Transmittal letter from the Royal Automobile Club for international motoring and customs documents. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: REGENT, 5000 (20 Lines). Telegrams: "AUTOMOBILE, LONDON." 162 Royal Automobile Club, TOURING DEPARTMENT, PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1. To Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd 14 Conduit Street W.1. 357 1928… | ||
| scan0104 | Accident report for vehicle 12-GIV involving a cyclist. | ||
| View original record | X4199. To D. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rml/ADL.11.29. ACCIDENT TO 12-GIV. Whilst driving from the Kedleston Rd. to the Works at 1.45 p.m. on October 31st. 12-GIV was involved in an accident. An errand boy, L.… | ||
| scan0105 | Diagram illustrating the paths of a car and a bicycle at an intersection, indicating a point of collision. | ||
| View original record | LEYLAND ST. Bicycle Path. COWLEY ST. Car Path. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0106 | Note regarding an accident involving chassis 12-G4. | ||
| View original record | X4199 MR. Lomas from Hs/Rn. lis/Rm3/AD5.11.29. Herewith note from employers of boy involved in the accident of 12-G4 on Thursday last. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0107 | Letter to Mrs. Halliwell regarding the collection and handling of her late husband's personal papers. | ||
| View original record | V4199. Experimental Dept., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. June 16th.1930. Mrs. V. Halliwell, c/o, 83, Woodlands Rd., Tyndals Road, BRISTOL. Dear Mrs. Halliwell, I called at Chain… | ||
| scan0108 | On an estate agent's letterhead regarding the arrival of a coffin and funeral arrangements. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. 'Phone :— PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent : - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent : Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. 44199 “THE HOMESTEAD,” Down Farm, Redcliffe… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter of condolence and invitation concerning a funeral, on estate agent letterhead. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. 'Phone :— PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent : - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent : Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay,… | ||
| scan0110 | Outlining special insurance coverage amounts for single and married men. | ||
| View original record | x4199 Dl. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.4/MJ.18.6.30. x600. xn49. INSURANCE. It has been agreed that special insurances taken out for our men shall be £1,000 for single men and £3,000 for married men. These… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter from Gertrude M. Halliwell to Mr Hives, thanking staff for messages of sympathy and flowers. | ||
| View original record | x4199. 83 Woodland Rd Tyndalls Park. Bristol. June 22nd /30. Dear Mr Hives, Would you please thank all of those at Rolls Royce who sent me their messages of sympathy & all the very beautiful flowers.… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter regarding the raising of the 'Miss England' speed-boat and the subsequent inquest. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. 'Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent : - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent : Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay,… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter to Mr. Halliwell regarding the salvaged boat 'Miss England 11' and a subsequent inquest. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. July 1st.1930. Mr. Halliwell, "The Homestead", Portishead. Dear Mr. Halliwell, I went to Windermere on Sunday and saw "Miss… | ||
| scan0114 | Typed letter from C. J. Worcester to E. W. Hives regarding papers and funeral arrangements. | ||
| View original record | Charles Worcester & Co., FINE ART PUBLISHERS, AND PLATINOTYPE PRINTERS. TELEGRAMS "PLATINUM, BRISTOL." Telephone No., 1634 Bristol. X4199 WOP Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol 83, Woodland Road,… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter to Mr. Worcester inquiring about the origin of a photograph he sent, specifically the newspaper it was from. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Experimental Dept., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. July 1st.1930. Mr. Worcester, 83, Woodlands Road, Tyndals Road, BRISTOL. Dear Mr. Worcester, We are finding a certain… | ||
| scan0116 | Letter from an estate agent regarding a recommendation and travel arrangements for a chauffeur. | ||
| View original record | Printed Text: W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. 'Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent : - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent : Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm,… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter from a fine art publisher regarding efforts to identify the source of a photograph, possibly a local paper cutting. | ||
| View original record | Charles Worcester & Co., FINE ART PUBLISHERS, AND PLATINOTYPE PRINTERS. TELEGRAMS "PLATINUM, BRISTOL." Telephone No., 1634 Bristol. V4199. Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. 2nd July, 1930. Mr. E. W.… | ||
| scan0118 | Request to return an original newspaper cutting of a photograph of Mr. Halliwell, as it is needed to be returned to Mrs. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Y4199 Lp. From Hs. Hs.4/MJ.14.7.30. With reference to the newspaper cutting of the photograph of Mr. Halliwell. As it seems hopeless to try and get copies of this, will you please return the original… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter concerning the inability to copy a photograph and the sending of alternative ones. | ||
| View original record | Y-1-9-9. Experimental Dept., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. July 14th, 1930. C.J. Worcester, Esq., Montague Place, Kingsdown, BRISTOL. Dear Mr. Worcester, I am afraid we have not… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter from Charles Worcester & Co. to Mr. E. Hives regarding enclosed pictures. | ||
| View original record | Charles Worcester & Co., FINE ART PUBLISHERS, AND PLATINOTYPE PRINTERS. TELEGRAMS "PLATINUM, BRISTOL." Telephone No., 1634 Bristol. +4199, Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. 15th July, 1930. Mr. E.… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to C.J. Worcester regarding a promised photograph and the inability to obtain a copy. | ||
| View original record | X4199 Experimental Dept. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. July 18th.1930. C.J. Worcester, Esq., Montague Place, Kingsdown, BRISTOL. Dear Mr. Worcester, Herewith the photograph as… | ||
| scan0122 | Advising not to approach the owner of a damaged car pending a reply regarding liability. | ||
| View original record | x4199 Hs..from C. C14/C16.10.30. Dear Hs., Re your accident ----- I think perhaps it would be as well to make no further move in regard to approaching the owner of the damaged car for a few days,… | ||
| scan0123 | Confirmation to proceed with repairs for car 24-EX following an accident on Oct. 31st. | ||
| View original record | X44199.A. Hs. D/L2/B12-11-30. Accident to 24-EX - Oct. 31st. We confirm our telephonic conversation of yesterday that it is in order to proceed with the repairs to this car necessary due to accident.… | ||
| scan0124 | Authorisation to repair a damaged nearside front mudguard for vehicle 19-EX following an accident. | ||
| View original record | X4199 A. Hs. D/L6/B25-11-30. Accident to 19-EX - Nov. 10th. Damaged nearside front mudguard. Please note we have authority to make good the damage due to accident, per Sanderson & Holmes estimate… | ||
| scan0125 | Short typed memo regarding a meeting to discuss a statement about a recent accident. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED S/W HS 1931 FEB SE 4199 A. C15/C17.2.31 With reference to the recent accident. Claremont, Haynes telephoned this afternoon asking whether you are likely to be in Town during the next few days… | ||
| scan0126 | Accident report concerning car 20-EX reversing into an 11 HP Standard. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. X4199A. 18.2.31. I have to report an accident which occurred last night at Sanderson & Holmes. Whilst reversing R.R. car 20-EX. out of Sanderson & Holmes' yard, I had the misfortune to back… | ||
| scan0127 | From Hs. to C. regarding travel plans to West Wittering and London. | ||
| View original record | 4199.A. To C. From Hs. Hs. 8/MJ.19.2.31. Replying to C15/C17.2.31. I expect to be going to West Wittering about the middle of next week and I could arrange to call at London on my way back to see… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter regarding an accident near Hinckley (GLN-60) and the decision on whether to contest the case. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. 84199. C7/C23.3.31 RECEIVED 1931 MAR 18 Re Accident near Hinckley (GLN-60) --------- I enclose copy of letter received from Claremont,Haynes in regard to the above. Will you please let me know… | ||
| scan0129 | Short note arranging a meeting concerning an accident near Hinckley. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs X4199A C12/C28.3.31 Re Accident near Hinckley. Hs4/MJ26.3.31 ------ Wednesday will be quite convenient. I should like to know definitely as soon as possible so that I can arrange for… | ||
| scan0130 | Bill for a damaged telegraph post following a car accident involving vehicle 24-EX. | ||
| View original record | D/L. From Hs. J4199. Hs.1/MJ.17.8.31. Attached herewith bill for damaged telegraph post, which occurred when I had the accident with 24-EX. on Burton Road. This should be covered by my own personal… | ||
| scan0131 | Particulars of an accident in France received from G.W. Hancock. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. From Hs. 84199. Hs.7/MJ.22.8.31. Attached herewith particulars of an accident, received from G.W.Hancock, in France. Hs. Att. | ||
| scan0132 | Cover note for a report received from G.W. Hancock in France. | ||
| View original record | 84199. D/L. From Hs. Hs.4/MJ.30.9.31. Attached herewith copy of report received from G.W.Hancock in France. Hs. Attached: Report dated 28.9.31. | ||
| scan0133 | Forwarding an accident report involving a car and a cyclist. | ||
| View original record | D/L To Hs. From G.W.H. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, FRANCE. 28/9/31. I have seen the following report on my return,- apparently there will be no claim as the cyclist admitted that he was in the wrong… | ||
| scan0134 | The full extent of damage to car 16-G-IV following an accident. | ||
| View original record | 84199. Hs/Mr. Lidsey. D/L14/B27-1-32. ACCIDENT TO 16-G-IV. Please let us know whether any further damage was done to this car beyond that shown in Sanderson & Holmes' estimate. D. L. [Stamp] RECEIVED… | ||
| scan0135 | Slight damage to chassis 16.G.IV following an accident. | ||
| View original record | Y4199. D/L From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.2/MA.28. 1. 32. ACCIDENT TO 16.G.IV. In reply to D/1.14/B.27.1.32., we have no further claim to make above that shown on the coachbuilders estimate. The damage to the… | ||
| scan0136 | Notification that the Police will not be taking proceedings regarding an accident at Olivet. | ||
| View original record | x4199. Hs. D/L7/B18-3-32. Accident to 19-G-IV. With reference to the accident on August 16th at Olivet, Parsons asks us to advise you and GWH. that the Police have obtained statements from witnesses… | ||
| scan0137 | Internal memorandum reporting an injury to a labourer who fractured his ankle. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. From Hs. x4199. Hs.7/MJ.11.4.32. This is to inform you that W.G.Chambers (2540), Labourer in No.4 Test House, fractured a small bone in his left ankle this morning and, after a visit to the… | ||
| scan0138 | Accident report detailing a collision on Osmaston Park Road. | ||
| View original record | 841991 D/L. from G.Ratcliffe. 12.10.32. Re. Accident on Osmaston Park Road. I was driving the car 1.P.II on return to works, and at 12-23 pm. I had a slight collision with a Morris car M.T.3905… | ||
| scan0139 | Authorising repairs for vehicle 1.Phantom II following an accident on Osmaston Park Road. | ||
| View original record | X4199. HS. D/L5/B19-10-32. Accident to 1.P.II - Osmaston Park Road. October. 12th. 1932. Please note that Wor. has authorised repairs due to accident to be proceeded with. D.L. | ||
| scan0140 | Accident report concerning car 25-EX and a tradesman's van. | ||
| View original record | 44199 D/L. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.10/MA.5.12.32. ACCIDENT WITH 25-EX, CAR ON 5.12.32. Driver I.A.Leslie. No Passengers. Damage. Near side front wing of 25-EX. Slight dent in off side of tradesmans Van… | ||
| scan0141 | Correspondence regarding an accident with a 25-EX car, covering repair estimates, vehicle condition, and driver's insurance details. | ||
| View original record | X4199. D/L. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.3/MA.9.12.32. ACCIDENT WITH 25-EX. CAR. 5.12.32. Re. D/L.2/B.7.12.32. We attach an estimate for repairing the damage done to the wing on 25-EX. The tyres of this car… | ||
| scan0142 | Note regarding an accident to vehicle 25-EX, returning Sanderson & Holmes' estimate and confirming approval for repairs. | ||
| View original record | LID 84197 RECEIVED 14 DEC 1932 Hs. D/16/B14-12-32. Accident to 25-EX. We return Sanderson & Holmes estimate of December 8th - £3. 7. 6. Wor has agreed to the necessary repairs being carried out. D.L. | ||
| scan0143 | Instruction to authorise Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on a car, to be charged to the accident account. | ||
| View original record | X4199. O.O. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.1/MJ.15.12.32. 25-EX. Will you please instruct Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work in connection with the above car as per attached estimate. This should be… | ||
| scan0144 | Report by F.H. Royce detailing a car accident near Chateauroux where the vehicle skidded to avoid a cart and hit a tree. | ||
| View original record | D/L WOP HS 84199. 2. Par II. 3. 16.12.32 Chateauroux Proceeding along the Orleans Rd 4 Kilos. the other side of Honan-to-Fuzelier, I was about to over take a Carrier's Cart going in my direction and… | ||
| scan0145 | Request for a repair estimate for an accident involving chassis 2.Phantom II for insurance purposes. | ||
| View original record | LID 84199. Hs. D/L4/B31-12-32. ACCIDENT TO RC.951 - CHASSIS 2.P.II. Please let us have an estimate for making good the damage to the abovementioned car, both chassis and body, so that we may get… | ||
| scan0146 | Request to return a car body for repair after an accident in France. | ||
| View original record | 84199 Wor. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.1/MA.4.1.33. Re. ACCIDENT TO 2-PER.II IN FRANCE. We wish to return the body off chassis 2-Per.II to Park Wards in order that the damage due to the accident in France may… | ||
| scan0147 | Accident report concerning vehicle 19.G.IV, a Rolls Royce 20/25HP. | ||
| View original record | O/R. Wor. From Hs/Lid. 84199.a. Hs/Lid.1/MA.30.1.33. ACCIDENT TO 19.G.IV. (1) Rolls Royce 20/25HP. (2) 19-G.IV. - RC-117. (3) 9-45 am. on 28.1.33. (4) 28.1.33. by A.J.Lidsey. (5) Osmaston Road, Derby.… | ||
| scan0148 | Continued accident report form detailing vehicle speeds, damage, and road conditions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Lid.1/MA.30.1.33. Cont'd. (10) 15-20 M.P.H. at time of brake application, 4-5 MPH. at time of impact. (11) Not sounded. (12) ------ (13) ------ (14) No. (15) No. (16) A.J.Lidsey. R.R.Ltd., (a)… | ||
| scan0149 | Cover note attaching reports regarding an accident to 3.PER.II. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.9/KT.10. 2.33. ACCIDENT TO 3.PER.II. We attach herewith copies of reports re. the above received from J.Bowering and G.W.H. at Chatesuroux. Hs. | ||
| scan0150 | Accident involving car 3.PER.II and a cyclist, detailing the settlement negotiation. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Hs. From G.W.H. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, FRANCE. 8.2.33. 3.PER.II. We are enclosing a report from J.C.Bowering re an accident he had with 3.PER.II. whilst running the afternoon shift.… | ||
| scan0151 | Forwarding a letter from Dr. Hubble about an employee named Roberts following an accident in France, and confirming payment of wages. | ||
| View original record | To Dl. From Hs. X4199. Hs.7/MJ.27.2.33. Attached herewith letter from Dr. Hubble who has examined Roberts after the smash in France. We assume that Roberts will be paid his wages whilst he is off. Hs. | ||
| scan0152 | Accident claim and reimbursement concerning chassis 3-P-II. | ||
| View original record | GWH. c. to Hs. HS. x4199a D/L19/B8-3-33. ACCIDENT TO CHASSIS 3-P-II. With reference to your memo. of the 13th ulto. giving the information for which we asked in ours of the 10th February, this has… | ||
| scan0153 | Extracts of correspondence with brokers regarding an insurance claim in France involving a cyclist. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT OF ROLLS-ROYCE LETTER D/L4/B15-2-33 dated 15th February 1933 to Brokers. " The cyclist was a travelling Joiner of no fixed address and the only alternative to settling this claim was to allow… | ||
| scan0154 | List of spares and accessories received with a Saloon car, chassis number 19.E.K., noting damages and missing parts. | ||
| View original record | RR407A (6 Bks.) (15317 28-5-31) C & P Hs/Lid. LID x 4199a ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. DERBY 12532 LIST OF SPARES AND ACCESSORIES RECEIVED WITH Chassis Nos. 19.E.K. Customer Sales Date 14.3.33 Type of Body Saloon… | ||
| scan0155 | Accident report concerning car 2.B.IV which skidded on wet tar macadam and hit a telegraph pole. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs/Rn. C. D. Hs/Rn.4/KT.11.7.33. ACCIDENT TO 2.B.IV. I was proceeding into Stoney-Stratford at a speed of approx. 45 m.p.h. behind MX. who was driving the first production Bentley… | ||
| scan0156 | Internal report detailing a motor car accident involving a Bentley 25 HP. | ||
| View original record | XC199- To D/L. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm./2/KT.12.7.33. MOTOR CAR ACCIDENT. (1) Bentley. 25 HP. (2) 2.B.IV. (3) 10.7.33. About 2 pm. (4) 11.7.33. Self. (5) Stony Stratford. (6) I was proceeding into Stony… | ||
| scan0157 | Accident report detailing answers to a list of questions about an incident involving an Essex Terraplane. | ||
| View original record | 84199. 6.11.33. ACCIDENT TO ESSEX TERRAPLANE. Answers to list of questions supplied. (1) 28 HP. Terraplane (Essex.) (2) Chassis No.66751 Trade Plates No.CH.121 (3) November 3rd. 5 pm. (4) Myself,… | ||
| scan0158 | Note detailing a road incident where an Experimental Department car skidded and hit a wall while avoiding another vehicle. | ||
| View original record | II NOTE. I was driving the Experimental Dept. Essex Terraplane down Litchurch Lane in the direction of London Road; no vehicles in sight at the time. On turning round the first left hand bend I… | ||
| scan0159 | Hand-drawn sketch illustrating a road traffic incident involving two vehicles. | ||
| View original record | III. Sketch. To Osmaston Road Position of other car when first seen by me he was in the act of accelerating off the mark. Place of impact with wall. Me Him Came to rest Here ME HIM To London Rd. Me… | ||
| scan0160 | Request for a cost estimate to repair damage to an Essex Terraplane following an accident. | ||
| View original record | Hs. LID x CIGGA D/L10/B8-11-33. Accident to Essex Terraplane - Nov. 3rd. Please let us know what it will cost to make good the damage due to accident, so that we can obtain the necessary authority to… | ||
| scan0161 | Estimate for repairs to an Essex Terraplane car. | ||
| View original record | D/L. ruissa. Hs/Lid.7/KT.15.11.33. ESSEX TERRAPLANE. Herewith estimate for repairs to this car. We shall be glad to have permission to proceed with the repairs as soon as possible. Hs/Lid. | ||
| scan0162 | Approximate cost of repairs for an Essex Terraplane 8 chassis and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Hs/Lid. Hd/FHA12/HR.15.11.33. re ESSEX TERRAPLANE 8. We give below details of the approximate cost of repairs to the above chassis:- Dismantle and re-erect chassis as necessary to carry out the… | ||
| scan0163 | Cost breakdown for mounting, re-fixing, and touching up parts. | ||
| View original record | MOUNTING. Re-fixing, above mentioned parts with new bolts as required and touching up...................... £ - 9. 6. NETT. £4.10. 6. Hd. | ||
| scan0164 | Accident report detailing a collision between two cars at Shelton Lock. | ||
| View original record | X4199 To D/L. from Hs/Clark. c. to Wor. ACCIDENT TO 18.G.IV. Whilst driving the above car in the direction of Chellaston, I came into collision with another vehicle at Shelton Lock. I was negotiating… | ||
| scan0165 | Accident report providing answers to questions regarding a collision involving car 18.G.IV. | ||
| View original record | -2- ACCIDENT TO 18.G.IV. Answers to list of questions supplied:- (1) Rolls-Royce. 25 HP. (2) 18.G.IV. CH.9458. (3) December 6th 1933. (4) December 6th 1933. H.R.Clark. (5) Chellaston Road. Shelton… | ||
| scan0166 | Witness statement and details concerning a road accident. | ||
| View original record | Accident to 16 GTO 6.12.33 ① Rolls Royce 25 HP ② 16 GTO CH.9458. ③ December 6th. 1933. 1.P.M. ④ December 6th 1933 HR Clark ⑤ Chellaston Road, Shelton Lock. ⑥ I was proceeding in the direction of… | ||
| scan0167 | Questionnaire responses detailing a vehicle collision. | ||
| View original record | (14) No; but the driver of the other vehicle admitted not seeing me. (15) No. (16) H.R. Clark. The Yews. Chellaston Derby. (a) DHZ 85184 (b) No. (c) Tester. (d) 5 years. (e) No. (f) 22. (g) No. (h)… | ||
| scan0168 | Hand-drawn sketch of a road accident scene involving a Rolls Royce and a Triumph. | ||
| View original record | CHELLASTON Scene of Accident to 18 GTO 6/Mar. 33. Skid marks 12ft approx. Pavement Rolls Royce 30ft. Triumph Skid marks 8ft approx. Bridge Inn Hotel J.P. Clark DERBY | ||
| scan0169 | Breakage of a rear window on car 1-J-III caused by a collision with a cyclist. | ||
| View original record | D/L. 499a Hs/Les.5/KW.1.6.34. Breakage of Rear Window Glass - 1-J-III. Whilst driving 1-J-III car up St. Peter's Street, Derby, at 6.30 p.m. Monday the 28th inst. a young boy riding a push cycle ran… | ||
| scan0170 | List of answers to questions regarding a motor car accident. | ||
| View original record | -2- The following are the answers to the list of questions headed - "Motor Car Accident". 1. 25 HP. Rolls-Royce. 2. Chassis No. 1-J-III, Reg. No. RC.935. 3. 6.30 p.m. 28.5.34. 4. 31.5.34. Leslie. 5.… | ||
| scan0171 | Accident report for a Bentley car, model 3-B-1V. | ||
| View original record | Y4199 To D/L. From Ir. c.c. to Wor. Ir.6/MJ.25.9.34. ACCIDENT TO BENTLEY CAR 3-B-1V. Herewith particulars of mishap I had with the above car on Saturday afternoon, the 22nd. inst., when running into… | ||
| scan0172 | Accident report detailing a car skidding on manure and crashing through a hedge during a test drive. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. From Hs/GR. c. to Rm. X4199a Hs/GR.1/MJ.3 0.11.34. REPORT OF ACCIDENT ON ASHBOURNE ROAD. I was driving the car 20-G-1V on return to the Works during test and at 4.15 p.m. (29.11.34) about a… | ||
| scan0173 | Filled-in questionnaire form detailing an accident on Ashbourne Road. | ||
| View original record | Hs/GR.1/MJ.30.11.34 Re. Accident on Ashbourne Road. (1) 25 HP. R.R. (2) 20-G-IV. R.O.338. (3) 29.11.34. 4.15 p.m. (4) 29.11.34. G.H.Ratcliffe Check No.2409. Exp. Test. (5) Approx. one mile from Kirk… | ||
| scan0174 | Numbered list of observations from a test or inspection, signed by G. Ratcliffe. | ||
| View original record | (26) No. (27) Yes. Gap of 6 ft. through hedge. Tenant: Mr. R.T.Archer, Hill Top Farm, Kirk Langley. (28) No. (29) Fine. Layer of manure on road. G.Ratcliffe. Tester. 30.11.34. | ||
| scan0175 | Accident report for car 27-EX driven by C.A. Ward. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. from Hs/Rm. XL 99a Hs/Rm.11/KW.19.12.34. Accident to 27-EX, driven by Hs/C.A.Ward. We give below particulars of an accident to the above :- 1. Rolls-Royce 44 h.p. 2. 27-EX. GX.3477. 3. Dec.… | ||
| scan0176 | Page two of an accident report detailing vehicle damage, road conditions, and driver information. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.11/KW.19.12.34. 15. No. 16. C.A. Ward, "Oriska", Bank View Road, Derby. (a) 6268. (b) No. (c) Experimental Tester. (d) 2 years 2 months. (e) No. (f) 20 years 6 months. (g) To a certain… | ||
| scan0177 | The investigation of an accident caused by reckless driving and the subsequent disciplinary action. | ||
| View original record | 8499. To Wor. From Hs. Hs.1/MJ.28.12.34. With reference to the attached. I had already taken up Ward's report and sent someone out to see the road where the accident occurred. I am absolutely… | ||
| scan0178 | Requesting payment settlement for a helper who had not been paid. | ||
| View original record | +499/b To D/L, Hs/Rn.9/KW.5.1.35. With reference to the attached post-card, Ward omitted to inform me that the fellow who helped him had not been paid, so we should be glad if you would settle up with… | ||
| scan0179 | Damage and repair estimate for chassis 27-EX following an accident. | ||
| View original record | 24199a To D/L From Hs/FD. Hs/FD.10/KW.11.1.35. Re 27-EX Accident, The damage to the chassis caused by the above is as follows :- 1. Radiator matrix damaged and 1 new shutter blade required. Repair… | ||
| scan0180 | Note disputing the cost of a hedge repair and providing an alternative estimate. | ||
| View original record | D/L. x4999 Hs/Rm. 22/KW. 14.1.35. With reference to the attached letter and account from Shacklock, Hill Farm, Edwalton, Notts, we do not consider that the account for the damage to the hedge is… | ||
| scan0181 | Accident report involving a Graham Paige test car and a herd of calves on the Glossop to Sheffield road. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to D/L. X41999 21.1.35. REPORT OF ACCIDENT WITH GRAHAM PAIGE.. 21.1.35. I was driving the Graham Paige on test along the Glossop to Sheffield road in the direction of Ashopton when the… | ||
| scan0182 | Accident report concerning a Graham Paige vehicle. | ||
| View original record | C. To Rm. Cc to D/L 21.1.35. REPORT ON ACCIDENT WITH GRAHAM PAIGE. (1) Graham Paige. 34 HP. (2) Graham Paige. AYO.868. (3) 21.1.35. 10.30 a.m. approx. (4) 21.1.35. G. Ratcliffe. Tester. (5) Hayridge… | ||
| scan0183 | Incident involving a calf, alongside weather and road conditions. | ||
| View original record | (27) (a) Mr. Benjamin Eyre, Hayridge Farm, Woodlands, Ashopton. Nr. Sheffield. (b) Calf. Approx. 12 months. Rear off leg broken at hock. (29) Weather fine, road damp, fairly good surface.… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter to the Chief of Police reporting a road traffic accident involving a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | J4199 Experimental Department, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 24th. January, 1935. The Chief of Police, Hockliffe, Bedfordshire. Dear Sir, I wish to report an accident which occurred on Tuesday the 22 nd.… | ||
| scan0185 | Accident report for vehicle 30-EX, detailing a collision with kerb stones while avoiding two other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. 44199 Hs/Les.5/KW.15.3.35. Report on Accident with 30-EX. (1) R.R. 40/50 HP. (2) 30-EX, RC.2406. (3) 14.3.35. 2.40 p.m. (4) 14.3.35. Hs/I.A.Leslie. (5) Derby, By-pass road - Uttoxeter to… | ||
| scan0186 | Page two of an incident report detailing a vehicle impact and the driver's details. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Les.5/KW.15.3.35. incorrect side of the road, as it was necessary for the Armstrong to move from immediately behind 30-EX after the impact in order to move 30-EX when the front wheels were… | ||
| scan0187 | Continuation of an incident report listing witnesses, damage to kerbstones, and road conditions. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Les.5/KW.15.3.35. (21) (22) Stanley Deane. (23) J.L. Phillips, 215, Uttoxeter New Road, Derby. (24) No constable appeared. (25) (26) Nobody was injured. (27) Several kerbstones displaced and… | ||
| scan0188 | Cover note regarding an accident involving vehicle 20-G-IV, requesting an enclosed form to be completed. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. X 1002 Hs/Rm.12/KW.29.4.35. Accident to 20-G-IV. We shall be glad if you will complete and return the enclosed form. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0189 | Accident report detailing a collision where a Warrington Corporation Bus struck a stationary car. | ||
| View original record | X 1002 Hs/Rm. from Sft. Sft1/BH.29.4.35. Re 20-G-IV. A Warrington Corporation Bus No. 47, Registration No. ED.8704, damaged the Rear offside Wing of the above car. The circumstances were as follows:-… | ||
| scan0190 | Cover memo for an accident report concerning an employee named W. Brazier. | ||
| View original record | D/L. X1002 Hs/Rm.9/KW.13.9.35. Attached is a report of an accident sustained by W. Brazier in this Department. Hs/Rm. Att: Hs/WB.3/KW.13.9.35: | ||
| scan0191 | Accident report detailing a collision between car 1-B-IV and a motorcycle on the London Road to Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Hs/Rm. Hs/WB.3/KW.13.9.35. Accident to 1-B-IV. I was proceeding along the London Road to Shardlow in 1-B-IV. The accident happened approx. 120 yds. past the turning off to Aston (by the White… | ||
| scan0192 | Accident report, repair estimate, and insurance claim for car 20-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | To D. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.12/KW.25.9.35. Attached is a copy of an accident report with reference to 20-G-IV. Also an estimate for putting the car right. We shall be glad if you will have the usual… | ||
| scan0193 | Accident report for car 20-G-IV which occurred during a test drive. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1002 Hs/CL.5/KW.18.9.35. Re Accident to 20-G-IV. Whilst out on test yesterday afternoon with the above car, I met with a slight accident which resulted in damage to both near side wings,… | ||
| scan0194 | Note confirming agreed repairs for vehicle 20-G-IV following an accident. | ||
| View original record | X1002 HS. D/L11/B2-10-35. Accident to 20-G-IV Sept. 17th. Please note the repairs to this vehicle due to accident have been agreed by Hy. D. L. | ||
| scan0195 | Letter reporting a severe car accident in France involving car 31.EX, resulting in injuries and a fatality. | ||
| View original record | X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/I/JAB. 19th November 1935. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. I regret to have to report an accident to 31.EX which has so damaged the Car that it is beyond… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter reporting a fatal car accident in France involving car 31.EX. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 19th November 1935. GWH/I/JAB. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. I regret to have to report an accident to 31.EX which has so damaged the Car that it is beyond repair.… | ||
| scan0197 | Telex message from Robotham requesting Hancock to call with details of an accident. | ||
| View original record | X100Z 20.11.35. HANCOCK, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, FRANCOBRIT, PARIS CO. INDRE, FRANCE. PLEASE RING UP NOON TODAY GIVING FULL PARTICULARS OF ACCIDENT. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0198 | Copy of J.B. English's report on an accident involving car 31-EX. | ||
| View original record | X1002 Hs.4/KW.21.11.35. ACCIDENT to 31-EX. We give below a copy of J.B. English's report on an accident to the above car :- "I was driving on the main road from Chateauroux in the direction of Tours,… | ||
| scan0199 | Typed report detailing an incident where a car skidded off the road, hitting a tree and causing damage. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS.4/KW.21.11.35. I did my best to get the car back onto the road but the wheels would not hold on the grass, and the offside front wheel hit the tree, then the offside of the car rubbed along the… | ||
| scan0200 | Accident with car 31-EX in France, discussing driver experience and procedures. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.11/KW.21.11.35. Accident to 31-EX. We attach herewith a report on the accident in France. It is difficult to pre-judge this unfortunate accident before one has had an… | ||
| scan0201 | Legal and medical aftermath of a car accident in France. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Sg. from Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.12/KW.21.11.35. Since writing Hs.11/KW.21.11.35 (attached) I have had a conversation with Sr. of Paris on the telephone. He has been working continuously in… | ||
| scan0202 | Request for a copy of a memo regarding driving instructions in France, sent after an accident in 1933. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. X1002 Hs.19/KW.21.11.35. You will no doubt recall that shortly after the accident to 19-EX in February, 1933, I sent a memo. to you at… | ||
| scan0203 | The legal proceedings and opinions following an accident with a Phantom III at Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rolls-Royce Ltd. London ......Sg. Srl/Crn.22.11.35 (dictated 21.11.35) copy to Tr. Accident with Ph. III at Chateauroux. Further to the conversation I had with Tr. on the telephone yesterday… | ||
| scan0204 | Aftermath of an accident, including legal opinions and the medical condition of an injured person named Pattinson. | ||
| View original record | -2- pessimistic frame of mind. According to him, he thinks that the Judge is well disposed towards us, and the fact that our driver was not arrested immediately after the accident may be a good sign.… | ||
| scan0205 | Internal correspondence regarding an accident in France, vehicle ownership, and driver availability. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Hs. from Sg. re Accident in France. Copy to Wor. Thanks for Hs.12/KW/21.11.35 together with the reports. Please keep me in touch with any important developments. Sr. was on to us on the… | ||
| scan0206 | Letter discussing the civil liability and insurance implications following an accident involving a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Private. To Sg. London. Paris Sr21/Dn.23.11.35. Re: Accident Phantom III I have just left Maitre Marizis and Mr. Parsons who is the Insurance Company's expert over here. To resume rather a long… | ||
| scan0207 | Civil liability and insurance coverage for a car in France. | ||
| View original record | -8- Sr21/Dm23.11.35. Naturally, you will understand that any sum for which we may be declared liable, owing to the firm assuming civil responsibility, will, of course, be covered by the Insurance… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter concerning the time sheet for R. Pattinson following an accident. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. I am enclosing R. Pattinson's Time Sheet for your attention. I am not aware how this will be dealt with from the time of the accident… | ||
| scan0209 | Cover memorandum regarding an accident to a Phantom III vehicle at Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | HS X1002 To Wor. from Sg. (struck through) Copy to Hs. Tr. (struck through) re Accident to P.III at Chateauroux. Sg14/E25.11.35 I enclose copy of two memoranda received from Sr. this morning. In reply… | ||
| scan0210 | Payment arrangements for an employee, Pattinson, following an accident in France. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. c. D. Hs.1/AP.25.11.35. Re. Pattinson, Check No.2335 Referring to the recent accident in France as a result of which the above man is unable to follow his employment. It will be… | ||
| scan0211 | Accident claim form for R. Pattinson who was injured in France. | ||
| View original record | W/P. X1002 To Sr. for Mr.G.W.Hancock. Hs/CEP.1/AP.26.11.35. We attach hereto Claim Form No.6189 in respect of accident sustained by R.Pattinson whilst in France. Will you kindly arrange to complete… | ||
| scan0212 | Short memo updating on the successful operation of R. Pattinson. | ||
| View original record | X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/4/JAB. 26th November 1935. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. We are pleased to say that Sr. has informed us that R. Pattinson's operation has been a success… | ||
| scan0213 | Summons to appear before a judge following an accident. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. X1002 GWH/3/JAB. 28th November 1935. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. J.B. English and myself have been summoned to appear before the Judge on Friday the 29th inst.,… | ||
| scan0214 | Transcript of questions and answers from a judicial examination following a car accident in France. | ||
| View original record | HS WOP X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 30th November 1935. Hs. Seen. Thanks 3-12-35 To. Hs. From. G.W.H. Re. 31. EX. ACCIDENT. 29th Nov. J.B. English was also examined. The… | ||
| scan0215 | Typed memorandum regarding the aftermath of an accident in Chateauroux, involving driver English and an injured party, Pattinson. | ||
| View original record | To "Sg" London c. to "Hse" Derby WOP X1002 Showrooms Sr/Dn5/MLG.12.12.35 Re- Accident Chateauroux -------------------- The latest position is that driver English will in all probability be recovering… | ||
| scan0216 | The process for stripping chassis 31-EX and providing a parts list. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X100- Hs/RD.21/KW.12.12.35. 31-EX. Mr. Lomas wants us to take out a special Order Number for work on 31-EX. It is now O.K. to strip the chassis, and all he wants us to give him is a list of… | ||
| scan0217 | Requesting a special order number for work on chassis 31-EX, and to provide a list of usable parts. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Hs/GWH. c. to RHC/CEP. Hs/FD.1/KW.16.12.35. 31-EX. Mr. Lomas wants us to take out a special Order Number for work on 31-EX. It is now O.K. to strip the chassis, and all he wants us to give… | ||
| scan0218 | The order number for repairs following an accident to chassis 20-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | F. Dodd Please reply Rm Hs. L14/B16-12-35. ACCIDENT TO 20-G-IV 17TH SEPT. 1935. Please let me know whether the repairs due to this accident have been carried out, and if so to what order number, so… | ||
| scan0219 | Statement made to police authorities by an individual named Pattinson regarding an accident at Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London............Sg. copy to Hs, Derby. RECEIVED (stamp) X1002 WORTHS (crossed out) Sr/Crn3/18.12.35. Accident at Chateauroux. ----------------------- We are pleased to report that… | ||
| scan0220 | The return of a passport to an individual named English following an accident in Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor. re Accident at Chateauroux. Sg12/E16.12.35 I expect you have heard from your man, but in case you have not I thought I would let you know that I have heard from Sr.… | ||
| scan0221 | Attaching a translation of a French Court Judgement concerning the rules of the road. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby ..........Hs/Rm. X1002 Sr/Crn2/I5.I.36. French rules of the Road. We are attaching, hereto, a translation of a recent Court Judgement concerning the question of passing… | ||
| scan0222 | Translation of a French court ruling on a manslaughter case involving a car overtaking a cyclist. | ||
| View original record | TRANSLATION 15.1.36 ET. COURT OF CASSATION (Criminal Court) 29th November 1928 G.P. 1929 - I - 62. ---------------------------- MANSLAUGHTER AND INJURIES CAUSED BY IMPRUDENCE - WRONG DRIVING OF A… | ||
| scan0223 | The aftermath of an accident involving car 31-EX, detailing the sale of damaged coachwork and handling of salvaged parts. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.6/JH.2.1.36. 31-EX. Accident. The attached list shews the parts salvaged from the body of 31-EX. The damaged coachwork was sold to a scrap metal dealer by Messrs Sanderson &… | ||
| scan0224 | Communication following up on an overdue accident report for car 31-EX. | ||
| View original record | Hs. F. D. X1002 D/L1/B31-1-36. ACCIDENT TO 31-EX. With reference to our conversation on the telephone on the 20th inst. regarding the accident to this car and your promise to urge the report, please… | ||
| scan0225 | Accident to vehicle 31-EX, and the subsequent reports on salvaged coachwork and chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. x1002 Hs/FD.10/JH.17.2.36. Re. Accident to 31-EX. D/LI/B31-1-36. A report of the salvaged coachwork was sent to Mr. Lomas, on 12.2.36. and RHC, sent his chassis report on 13.2.36. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0226 | The sale of salvaged parts and coachwork from chassis 31-EX following an accident. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. X1002 Hs/FD.18/KW.12.2.36. Accident to 31-EX. RHC/CEP. is sending you a separate report on the condition of 31-EX chassis after being stripped. With regard to the coachwork, we have obtained a… | ||
| scan0227 | Private memorandum from Wor. to E. and Hs. requesting their thoughts on the cause of a recent accident. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE To E. from Wor. To Hs. from Wor. ------------- X1002 Wor7/T17.2.36. ------------- I daresay you have still not yet made up your minds as to the cause of the dreadful accident the other day. I… | ||
| scan0228 | Cost of accident repairs and body overhaul for car 20-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | D/L. X1002 Hs/FD.14/KW.20.12.35. Re Accident to 20-G-IV, 17th Sept. 1935. D/L.14/B.16.12.35. The repairs have been carried out to the above car, and at the same time we had the rest of the body… | ||
| scan0229 | Cover note for attached conference notes regarding an accident investigation. | ||
| View original record | J1002 To Wor. Hs/Cry.1/MJ.10.2.36. Attached are notes of a conference held in Hs's. Office at which K. and RY. were also present, in order to determine the cause of the accident to 4-B-1V.… | ||
| scan0230 | Covering letter for a car accident report in France, sent for insurance formalities. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. Hs/Rm.20/KW.17.4.36. X1002 B-56-BN. We send you herewith a report of an accident which has occurred in France with the above car. We are sending this immediately so that insurance formalities… | ||
| scan0231 | Accident report for Bentley B.56.BN detailing a crash in France due to steering failure on a wet road. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ( G.W.H. is adsent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE CHATEAUROUX. Indre France. To Hs/Rm. c. to G.W.H. B.56.BN - BENTLEY. On the 14th inst. the car went out as usual. Hamilton was driving and Welsh was the… | ||
| scan0232 | Damage to engine and brake components and the subsequent communication to procure replacement parts. | ||
| View original record | -2- prevent the fitting of a new union. The Nearside engine torque reaction damper arms were bent due to the weight thrown on them when the engine tilted over. The brake equaliser T piece was slightly… | ||
| scan0233 | Notification to insurers regarding an accident to vehicle B.56.BN and a request for repair details to make a claim. | ||
| View original record | X1002 Hs. D/L5/B24-4-36 ACCIDENT TO B.56.BN Hs/Rm20/KV.17-4-36 We duly notified the insurers of this accident and we should be glad to have full particulars of the repairs so that we can make a claim.… | ||
| scan0234 | Cover note attaching a copy and sketch giving particulars of an accident to 22-0-V. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To Wor. c. to D/L. c. to E. Hs/Rm.25/KW.27.4.36. 22-0-V. We attach a copy of GWH.6/JAB.25.4.36, together with sketch, giving particulars of an accident to 22-0-V. H s/RM. | ||
| scan0235 | Typed report detailing a car accident, the resulting vehicle damage, and the resolution agreed upon by the parties involved. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Hs. from G.W.H. GWH/6/JAB.25.4.36. 22-G-V. This car has been put out of action. Scholes and Dixon took the car out to fill up with petrol and had not proceeded much more than 200 yards… | ||
| scan0236 | Cover memo attaching K. Scholes' report on an accident involving vehicle 22-G-V. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To D/L. c. to Wor. Hs/Rm.16/KW.29.4.36. Accident to 22-G-V. We attach K. Scholes' report of the recent accident to 22-G-V. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0237 | Accident report for car 22-G-V, detailing a collision with a van. | ||
| View original record | 25th April, 1936. Accident to 22-G-V. J. Dixon & K. Scholes on car - K. Scholes driving. I was driving the car from the garage to the petrol station, proceeding in the direction of Argenton and… | ||
| scan0238 | Diagram illustrating the circumstances of a vehicle collision at the Square R des Marins and R. Ernest Renan. | ||
| View original record | RUE DE MARINS, VERS LA ROUTE D'ARGENTIN, PATH FOLLOWED BY LAUNDRY LORRY, WIDTH 5 M 50, R ERNEST RENAN, TOWARDS THE 'PONT NEUF', COLLISION, 2 M 50, PATH FOLLOWED BY THE ROLLS, BRAKING 3 M, STATIONARY… | ||
| scan0239 | Statement from the driver detailing a near-miss traffic incident with a van. | ||
| View original record | Saturday 25/4/36. x1002 J Dixon and Scholr. on Car. P/L WOR 22SV. R.F.Scholz Driving I was driving the Car from the Garage to the Petrol Station proceeding in the direction of Argentan and Lomoges.… | ||
| scan0240 | Report detailing a collision between a van and a car, and the subsequent inspection of the car's damage. | ||
| View original record | In English terms, The Van off side front dumb. Iron hit our off side front wheel at approx 80° The front of our car was pushed sideways 18" in the direction the Van was taking After the Cars were… | ||
| scan0241 | Hand-drawn sketch of a road junction showing the positions of vehicles and local landmarks. | ||
| View original record | CHATEAUROUX TOWN 28 FT. 22 G. V. VAN PARKED HERE VAN 4FT 9ft 80° 28 FT ARGENTON ROAD AND PETROL STATION TOURS AND BLOIS ROAD SKETCH | ||
| scan0242 | Request for information regarding an accident to B.56.GN for an insurance claim. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Accident to B.56.GN Kindly let us have the information asked for in D/L5/B24-4-36 as early as possible as the insurers are pressing for particulars of our claim. | ||
| scan0243 | Request for a list of repairs and new parts fitted to vehicle B-56-BN, following an accident, for insurance negotiations. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Gry.5/KW.9.5.36. We have been asked by D/L. to let him have a list of the repairs carried out owing to the accident to B-56-BN. Will… | ||
| scan0244 | Request for a list of work carried out on B-56-BN due to an accident. | ||
| View original record | X1002- To D/L. Hs/Gry.6/KW.9.5.36. Replying to D/L.6/B.8.5.36. We have written to G.W.H. asking him to let us have a list of the work carried out owing to the accident to B-56-BN. As soon as this… | ||
| scan0245 | Collision between car 33-EX and a cyclist in Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. X1002 Hs/Std.20/KW.28.5.36. Report on Collision between 33-EX Car and Cyclist, at Cricklewood, 25th May, 1936. While I was driving 33-EX car (RC.3168) at Cricklewood on the above date, a… | ||
| scan0246 | Report page detailing a collision with a cyclist, including witness statements and driver details. | ||
| View original record | -2- (10) Dead slow reversing - not more than 1 M.P.H. (11) Wind tone horn - no. (12) Not after dark. (13) In the opinion of myself, the cyclist was to blame in that he made no effort to avoid the car… | ||
| scan0247 | Question and answer format document detailing a witness account of an incident. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Std.20/KW.28.5.36. (23) Only witness was another of the firm's employees, C. Ward, "Oriska", Bank View Road, Derby. Exptl. Dept., who was driving the firm's car 29-EX (111-CH) and who was… | ||
| scan0248 | The medical progress of an individual named Pattinson following an arm operation. | ||
| View original record | X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/5/JAB. 26th May 1936. To. D/B. From. G.W.H. c to. Hs. _________________________ With reference to your memo D/LI/B.16.5.36. Accident to 31. EX.… | ||
| scan0249 | Final expenses incurred from an accident to vehicle B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/8/JAB. 10th June 1936. To. Mr Lomas c to. Hs/Rm. ACCIDENT TO B.56.BN. ON 14.4.36 Further to our memo.GWH/2/JAB.12.5.36 to Hs, giving a list of… | ||
| scan0250 | Collision between a car and a farm cart in France. | ||
| View original record | +1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/IMW/4/JAB. 17th June 1936 Copy sent to D/L To. Hs/Rm. 22. G. V. 25/30 H.P. We regret to report that 22.G.V. has sustained damage to the Nearside… | ||
| scan0251 | Telegram reporting a vehicle accident, detailing damage and lack of injuries. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. X1002 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. MD 26 JUN 1936 [stamp] TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED [stamp] Time Received: 12.0 Date: 26.6.36 To: Royal By: da from:… | ||
| scan0252 | Accident involving car 32-EX in France. | ||
| View original record | x1002 To Sg. from Rm. Hs/Rm.20/KW.26.6.36. 32-EX in France. We have today received a telephone message from Paris saying that 32-EX has been damaged in an accident to such an extent that it will not… | ||
| scan0253 | Cover letter for reports from Walsh and Hamilton regarding an accident involving car 32-EX in France. | ||
| View original record | X1002 To D/L. c. to Wor. Hs/Rm.5/KW.30.6.36. Re Accident to 32-EX in France. We attach reports on the accident to 32-EX from Walsh and Hamilton. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0254 | Letter detailing an accident involving car 32.EX in France and the resulting damage. | ||
| View original record | P/L C/o WOR X1002 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/HH/13/JAB. 27th June 1936. To. Hs/Rm. RE. ACCIDENT TO 32.EX. We forward you an account of the accident to 32. EX. I was the passenger… | ||
| scan0255 | Invoice from Barker & Co. Ltd. for recovering a broken-down experimental car from Stoney Stratford. | ||
| View original record | N/W - JWH. Br/G11/G.29.6.36. Re: Accounts - Barker & Co.Ltd. We attach the undermentioned invoice ex the above. This refers to a car from the Experimental Dept. which broke down at Stoney Stratford… | ||
| scan0256 | Invoice from Barker & Co. for collecting a broken-down Experimental Car. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Rm G/Cam/CA.46/KI.30.6.36. We have an invoice from Barker & Co.(Coachbuilders) Ltd. dated 5th instant on which we are charged £4/1/3d. less 10% for sending lorry to Stoney Stratford to collect an… | ||