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scan0001 Follow-up memo requesting a reply about parts for installing a Clayton Heater on the Phantom III chassis.
View original record To Rm. from G/Rb. G/Rb.1/A/60/W.4139. Handwritten top left: To Roy G/RB. Hd. Handwritten top middle: File Healy given 1/58 Re: Car Heaters. Handwritten top right: By/CS1/EN. 29.12.38…

scan0002 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston regarding their 'Widney Klampon' car heater.
View original record File Deals 1158 Run STEADMAN TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND…

scan0003 Customer testimonial letter regarding the performance of a Widney Klampon Heater installed in a 20 HP car.
View original record 36, Tite Street, S.W.3. 3rd January, 1939. H. A. Brinkworth, Esq., Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston, Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM, 4. Dear Mr. Brinkworth, I am delighted to be able to inform…

scan0004 Specification sheet for the Widney Tritherm low-pressure steam or water heater for motor car interiors.
View original record WIDNEY TRITHERM. LOW PRESSURE STEAM OR WATER HEATER. FOR MOTOR CAR INTERIORS. (Patent No. 492287. Further Patents applied for.) The Widney Tritherm Heater has been very carefully designed in order to…

scan0005 Letter from The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming receipt of 4 adaptor pieces for bonding to a rubber sleeve for a car heater drive.
View original record 1158 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEGRAMS: RUBBER LEYLAND TELEPHONE: Nọ 81434. CODES USED: WESTERN UNION-5 LETTER EDITION & BENTLEY'S THE LEYLAND & BIRMINGHAM…

scan0006 Modification of a pump casing for car heater connections on chassis 35.EX.
View original record 1158 To HPS. Rm/Ed.8/JH.6.1.39. Car Heater Connections on 35.EX. We understand that the water pumps instructed in memo. Rm/Ed.7/MH.29.12.38. will take some time to complete. As we are anxious to try…

scan0007 Invoice from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. for De-Frosters that were supplied without an official order.
View original record File Heating h/o Rly/sm 1158 Rm/Std. G/WFH/CA.37/BB.6.1.39 We have an invoice from The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., Ltd., dated 23.12.38 charing us 10/6d each less 50% for 3. No.1571098 De-Frosters…

scan0008 Letter to Hallam Sleigh & Cheston requesting cost information for the 'Tritherm' heater and its components.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.15/JH. 6th. January, 1939. Messrs. Hallam Sleigh & Cheston, Widney Works, Bagot St., BIRMINGHAM.4. For the attention of Mr. H.A. Brinkworth. Dear Sirs, We beg to…

scan0009 Letter from a vehicle fittings manufacturer regarding a quotation for heaters.
View original record TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) 1158 TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H. M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS…

scan0010 Recommendation to make the car heater water connections for the Phantom III model identical to those on the Wraith.
View original record 1158 To By/NS. from Rm/Std. c. G/Rb. Rm/Std.2/MH.11.1.39. We have fitted up a set of Wraith water connection parts for fitting a car heater, on 35.EX P.III car, by tapping out water pump cover boss to…

scan0011 Risk of blowing the ignition fuse by connecting car heaters to it and proposing solutions.
View original record 1158 Waller. I do not think we can risk ignition fuse blowing - Red light should be coupled to heater To BY. Rm. BY/RD.6/B.12.1.39. CAR HEATERS. The heater circuit has been connected to the ignition,…

scan0012 Request to trial an external windscreen defrosting scheme on chassis 1.B.50.
View original record γ 1158. To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.5/MH.12.1.39. We wish to try out on 1.B.50 chassis, a scheme for defrosting windscreen by means of an external instead of an internal defroster, i.e. take warm air…

scan0013 Despatch note for the return of two HaDees Car Heaters to S. Smith & Sons Ltd for credit.
View original record 1158 G/M/t. c. to D/RP. c. to Rm/Std. ROY/FS.5. 12th Jan. 1939. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, N.W.2. 2. HaDees Car Heaters (supplied against our…

scan0014 Letter from The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of rubber bonded couplings.
View original record File 1158 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEGRAMS: RUBBER LEYLAND TELEPHONE: N. 81434. CODES USED: WESTERN UNION - 5 LETTER EDITION & BENTLEY'S. THE LEYLAND &…

scan0015 Instructing to order a further three sets of parts to enable a Smiths Heater to be fitted.
View original record HPS c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. //58 BY/Ald.7/G.14.1.39. B.111 and B.50 - CAR HEATER. Further to our memo BY/Ald.19/G.15.12.38. instructing parts to enable a Smiths Heater to be fitted, will you please instruct…

scan0016 Letter to The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd. complaining about faulty car heater connections.
View original record 1158 c Roy/AW. Experimental Dept. Rm/Std.14/MH. 16th. January, 1939. The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd., Leyland, LANCS. For the attention of Mr.Gollop. Dear Sirs, Car Heater Connections -…

scan0017 Official order to be sent to A.C.-Sphinx Ltd. for one standard car heater for a Wraith car.
View original record 1158 To Roy/Ms. from Rm/Std. c. G/JWH. Rm/Std.10/MH.16.1.39. O/N. 52400. Will you please send an official order to A.C.-Sphinx Ltd. for one standard car heater - this was ordered by telephone by…

scan0018 Letter from a supplier regarding manufacturing difficulties and an alternative bonding method for car heater couplings.
View original record 1/58 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEGRAMS RUBBER LEYLAND TELEPHONE No 81434 CODES USED: WESTERN UNION 5 LETTER EDITION & BENTLEYS THE LEYLAND & BIRMINGHAM…

scan0019 Electrical wiring of car heaters, proposing a new scheme to prevent engine failure and provide a warning light.
View original record 1158 also blue To By. c. to Da. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.6/JH.19.1.39. re Car Heaters. With reference to By/RD.6/B.12.1.39. we agree that the heater should not be connected in the ignition circuit, as in…

scan0020 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston confirming a meeting appointment.
View original record 1158? TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS…

scan0021 Car interior heating, ventilation, and the comparative testing of proprietary heater units.
View original record To Mr. from Mr/Std. C. RB. C. HJ. C. CZ. i/c. C. US. C. DB/WV. C. NX. C. JAL. i/c/LH. C. WY/SL. C. HY/Ed. INTERIOR HEATING BY R.R. CARS, AND AS CONSOLIDATED VENTILATION AND DEMISTING AND DEFROSTING.…

scan0022 The ideal principles of car interior air conditioning and methods of heating tested.
View original record -2- The ideal to be aimed at in any form of air condition-ing of a car interior is as follows:- (1) Temperature of air inside car should be maintained approximately constant at a figure which can be…

scan0023 Comparison of different car heating and ventilating methods, detailing their respective disadvantages.
View original record -9- (C) Combined heating and ventilating scheme as outlined above - this has been fitted up on 25.S.VI Wraith car, but has no thermostatic control as yet. Considering method (A), this is attractive…

scan0024 The placement of vehicle heating, ventilation, and defrosting system components.
View original record -4- (2) Space - the only suitable place for the heater and fan unit (which would also include motor and air filter) is under the driver's seat, so that air can be delivered to both front and rear…

scan0025 Tests and conclusions regarding various proprietary windscreen demisting and defrosting heater units.
View original record -7- SM/Std.C/ER.23.1.39. to overcome resistance in ducts etc. and maintain a good air flow - the idea of taking demisting air from the main heater fan was found to be useless on S.D.V. car in France…

scan0026 Summary and comparison of different car heating, ventilation, and demisting system options and their costs.
View original record -6- (3) Smith 'Radoes' Heater- This unit has sufficient heat output for warming any of our cars by methods (B) or (C) above, is noisy as standard unit, reasonably quiet with separate motor operation -…

scan0027 Recommendation on the type of car heating system to be developed and installed in experimental and production vehicles.
View original record -7- Am/Std.C/1H.23.1.39. We recommend that from above information, sales and Sy. should decide what type of heating is to be developed and that all new Exp. cars should be fitted with the scheme…

scan0028 Letter from a vehicle fittings manufacturer confirming a telephone conversation and proposing a new appointment.
View original record TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 LINES) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS MANUFACTURERS OF…

scan0029 Inquiry about installing a Stewart-Warner 'South Wind' heater into a Phantom III in Belgium.
View original record Rm/Hdy. 1158 Hd/Sd14/HR.27.1.39. re INTERIOR CAR HEATERS. We attach hereto a pamphlet describing the "South Wind" Heater made by Stewart-Warner. This has been forwarded to us by Rob., asking whether…

scan0030 Advertising pamphlet for the 'South Wind' car heater developed by Stewart-Warner.
View original record Compact, Handsome Easily Installed. A NEW TYPE CAR HEATER developed by STEWART-WARNER. The designers of the South Wind have kept it compact, as many car owners might wish to mount a radio next to it.…

scan0031 Advertisement for the Stewart-Warner 'South Wind' gasoline car heater, featuring a technical diagram and safety report.
View original record 3 Years of Research and Test have Produced an Engineering Triumph Car owners have long wanted a heater that would produce heat quickly—large volumes of it. With the heaters that have been in general…

scan0032 Request to send car heater parts to Messrs. John Marston Ltd. for rebuilding.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. Rm/FJH.1/MH.28.1.39. Will you please send to Messrs. John Marston Ltd., Wolverhampton, for the attention of C.S.Steadman, Esq., the parts of a car heater which we…

scan0033 Letter from a supplier discussing details of heating equipment and a flash coil boiler.
View original record TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM 1158 HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H. M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS…

scan0034 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston regarding a new type of water heating system.
View original record CONTINUATION SHEET No..1....... FROM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON HAB/MB. Attention - Mr. Hardy. 30th. Jan.1939. Messrs. Rolls Royce, D E R B Y. If we may say 'so this seems to be a mostexcellent type and…

scan0035 Options for interior heating, ventilation, and defrosting systems.
View original record 1158 S/W. Rm. c. to Sg. c. " Hs. c. " BY. c. " Da. c. " Da/Ev. c. " Mx. c. " JLE. c. " BY/RD. c. " BY/Ald. c. " Hn. Cx8/KW3.2.39. Interior Heating of R-R cars, and as Correlated Features, Ventilation…

scan0036 Development and testing of car demister and defroster systems using hot air from the bonnet versus dedicated heaters.
View original record - 2 - Cx8/KW3.2.39. probable that an efficient defroster might at the same time be effective in acting as a demister as well. On this subject you refer to utilising a supply of hot air taken from…

scan0037 Internal memorandum regarding the design and installation of heaters and defrosters for specific vehicles.
View original record To Hn... from By. o. Da. Rm. BY/RD. 1158 BY.18/N.3.2.39. FJH Re: Heaters & Defrosters. Re: Hn.16/IH.2.2.39. We have decided to go all out for the R.R. Heater and defroster on the dash when such a…

scan0038 Confirming the location of the N.Y. World's Fair chassis (3-DL-156) and a coachbuilder's factory move.
View original record S/W. BY. c. to Da. Rm. By/RD. 1158 Hn12/IH.6.2.39. BY.18/N.3.2.39. HEATERS AND DEFROSTERS. We are glad to note what you write and confirm that N.Y. WORLD'S FAIR chassis 3-DL-156 is still at Hooper's.…

scan0039 Request to modify the defroster louvres for supplying under-bonnet air to the outside of the windscreen.
View original record γ 1158 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.5/MH.7.2.39. 1.B.50 DEFROSTER. Will you please make a slight modification to the louvres for supplying under bonnet air to the outside of the windscreen on 1.B.50 to…

scan0040 Letter from a supplier regarding poorly bonded rubber on car heater couplings and the provision of new samples for testing.
View original record 1158 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEGRAMS: RUBBER LEYLAND TELEPHONE: No 81434. CODES USED: WESTERN UNION - 5 LETTER EDITION & BENTLEY'S. THE LEYLAND &…

scan0041 Correspondence regarding the final design and demonstration of a new under-seat air conditioner.
View original record 1158 THE POWER PLANT CO. LTD. ENGINEERS, GEAR SPECIALISTS, MACHINE TOOL MANUFACTURERS REG. TRADE MARK CODES LOMBARD, BENTLEYS SECOND BENTLEYS, ABC 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS WESTERN UNION AND MARCONI…

scan0042 Evaluation of a Nash car air conditioning and heating plant offered for sale.
View original record COPY. BY. at W. 1158 Hn.1/IH.11.2.39. (Dictated 10.2.39). INTERIOR HEATING AND VENTILATION, ETC. This morning we had a call from a Mr.Roper, who is connected with the Brooklands Motor Company, Ltd.,…

scan0043 Works order for the supply of a car heater with fittings and defroster parts for chassis WXA.1.
View original record R.R.616A (10H) (73036 14-10-38-3S). G.C.B. 1158 Y 8554 WORKS ORDER No. 18000 Date 17.2.39. CHASSIS OR AERO ENGINE WXA.1. ORDER OR CONTRACT REF BY/Wtm9/N:16.2.39. Customer Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,…

scan0044 Scheme detailing the features and changes for the car heater and defroster, model D.CD.1204.
View original record c. Rm. 1158 FJH DA.18/G.17.2.39. D.CD.1204 CAR HEATER AND DEFROSTER. This scheme is similar in external dimensions to the previous Heater to D.CD.221 (Sh.3) except that the defroster outlet has been…

scan0045 Heater fitting hose failures and reverting to the original two-tap system.
View original record 1158. BY/CS c. Rm/FJH. BY/Mtn7/N.17.2.39. Re: Heater Fittings. As there have been three instances of hose failure with the above fittings ( one to the latest scheme for using one tap), it has been…

scan0046 Letter to a supplier, Messrs. Rotherham & Sons Ltd., inquiring about a custom brass tap for car heaters.
View original record 1158 Experimental Dept. 17th February.1939 Rm.1/BA./75H Messrs.Rotherham & Sons Ltd. COVENTRY. Dear Sirs, We are at present using one of your large bore brass taps, No.71.A. in the connections of our…

scan0047 Letter from Rotherham & Sons Ltd. discussing the production of taps with connections suitable for rubber hoses.
View original record 1158 ESTABLISHED 1750 TELEGRAMS: ROTHERHAMS, COVENTRY. TELEPHONE: 4154 (2 LINES) CODES: MARCONI INTERNATIONAL BENTLEYS (5TH EDITION) A.B.C. HEAD OFFICE & WORKS. COVENTRY. ROTHERHAM & SONS LTD WATCH…

scan0048 Drawing of a lever-operated valve or drain tap.
View original record Rm.1/BA/FJH.

scan0049 Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the manufacture of a heater and a petrol tank design.
View original record 1158 Rm4/R. 23rd February, 1939. C.W. Nichols, Esq., Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON. N.W.2. 1263 file Dear Mr. Nichols, Thank you for your letter of the…

scan0050 Requesting the return of a borrowed Nash air conditioning unit submitted for examination.
View original record 1158 F. J. HARDY Please return Rm S/W. Bm. Hn7/IH.24.2.39. INTERIOR HEATING AND VENTILATOR. A.H. With reference to the Nash, so called air conditioning unit submitted for your examination, will you…

scan0051 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a gearless attachment and a heater.
View original record 105 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES)…

scan0052 Return of a Nash Air-conditioning Unit because it was too bulky for their cars.
View original record 1158 W/S. - Hn. from Rm/FJH. c. By/Mtn. Rm/FJH6/R.27.2.39. Interior Heating & Ventilation. We are returning for your attention the Nash Air-conditioning Unit. We thank you for sending the unit, and…

scan0053 Request to return a Nash Air-Conditioning Unit that was sent for examination.
View original record 1158 Hd/FC. c. D/BP. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH2/R.27.2.39. Will you please return to S. for the attention of Hn. the Nash Air-Conditioning Unit which we have handed to you. This was sent to us for our…

scan0054 Internal correspondence regarding the installation of car heaters and an order for rubber tubing for a coachbuilder.
View original record S/W. BY. c. to JLE. BX/RD. Ds/JD. RRC/Mr. Wress. Rm/Mr. Roberts. Hn9/IH.26.2.39. FJH CAR HEATERS. BYC/C.25.2.39. Many thanks for all the trouble you have taken in this matter. We will, as you suggest,…

scan0055 Requesting the despatch of 22 ft. of car heater rubber tube to Messrs. Hoopers.
View original record 1158 To Hq/FC. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. c. By/Mtn. Rm/FJH.4/MH.1.3.39. Will you please despatch to Messrs. Hoopers at Elveden Road, Iveagh Estate, Willesden, N.W.10, the 22 ft. of car heater rubber tube…

scan0056 The sale of an obsolete Clayton car heater to T. Fisher.
View original record 1158 D/BP. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH2/R.10.3.39. We have agreed to sell an obsolete Clayton car heater to T. Fisher, Check No.2438 for 15/-. Will you please make the necessary arrange- ments for payment. We…

scan0057 Listing blueprints for a car heater and defroster, and requesting an order from a supplier.
View original record To HFS. c. EX. c. Em/HG. c. HIC/Wld. c. Em/FJH. c. RM/SST. c. Roy/Lea. 1158. FJH ZDH EX/ED.3/B.13.3.39. D.CD.1204 : CAR HEATER : ALL CHASSIS. Please receive herewith, blueprints of the following new…

scan0058 Parts list and instructions for securing a heater and motor to the dashboard.
View original record -2- DW.932 - Motor, will be made by Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd., of Birmingham. The parts listed below which secure the heater and motor to the Dash, will not be supplied by Marstons and should be prepared…

scan0059 Letter from John Marston Ltd proposing a modification to the R.R. Car Heater DCD.1204.
View original record 1158 IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. ESTABLISHED 1790. TELEPHONE: 21481 (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SUNBEAM, WOLVERHAMPTON. CODES: A.B.C. 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS; BENTLEY'S. Reply to be addressed to John…

scan0060 Proposed modification to a car heater for conversion into a one-piece unit, with alternative mounting methods.
View original record SLEEVE SWEATED TO PIPE. THE EXTRA MOD. IN SKETCH WOULD REQUIRE A CLEARANCE HOLE IN DASH. THE ABOVE SKETCH SHOWS ALTERNATIVE METHOD OF MOUNTING. PROPOSED MOD: TO R.R. CAR HEATER FOR CONVERSION TO ONE…

scan0061 Internal memorandum requesting an order for 6 R.R. type car heaters from Messrs. John Marston Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH.3/MH.15.3.39. Will you please send an order to Messrs. John Marston Ltd. for 6 R.R. type car heaters to LOP.DW.930. The following parts will not be supplied…

scan0062 The progress on interior heating, ventilation, defrosting, and demisting systems for cars.
View original record F.J. Hardy - See me Rm 1/158 S/W. Rm. Interior Heating of R-R Cars, and as Correlated Features, Ventilation and Defrosting and Demisting. Cx22/KW15.3.39. Reference Cx8/KW3.2.39, we have been hoping…

scan0063 Failure of heater motors and a design modification by Joseph Lucas Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Rm/FJH. BY/RD.1/B.15.3.39. HEATER MOTORS. We have taken up with Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., the failure of two heater motors caused by the softening and collapse of the brush spring, and they…

scan0064 Letter to John Marston Ltd. regarding alterations to a car heater and the B.38 radiator.
View original record 1158 also 1280 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.2/MH. 16th. March, 1939. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., WOLVERHAMPTON. For the attention of C.S.Steadman, Esq. Dear Sirs, We confirm our telephone conversation of…

scan0065 Interior heating, ventilation, defrosting, and demisting of cars.
View original record 1158 S/W. Rm. Interior Heating of R-R Cars, and as Correlated Features, Ventilation and Defrosting and Demisting. Cx2/KW24.3.39. As we are not meeting at Park Ward's this week, perhaps you could let…

scan0066 On the development of a fresh air heating scheme, clarifying the distinction from 'Air-conditioning'.
View original record W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm2/R.25.3.39. With reference to Cx22/KW.15.3.39., our fresh air heating scheme has not yet reached a state of development where we should be justified in running it on other than…

scan0067 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the return of two unused 'Hadees' car heaters.
View original record 1158 Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.4/MH. 28th. March, 1939. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Grosé. Dear Sirs, We have in our possession two new and…

scan0068 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the return and credit for two car heaters.
View original record 105 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC,…

scan0069 The despatch of two HaDees car heaters to S. Smith & Sons Ltd.
View original record 158 To Hd/FC. from Rm/ABR. c. D/BP. Rm/ABR.4/MH.1.4.39. Herewith 1 HaDees car heater complete with matrix and box of spares, and 1 HaDees car heater without motor. Please despatch these to Messrs.…

scan0070 Credit agreement for two car heaters from S. Smith & Sons Ltd.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.10/MH.3.4.39. RE CAR HEATERS. With further reference to our memo. of 1st. inst. ref. Rm/ABR.4/MH. asking Hd/FC. to despatch two car heaters to Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd.,…

scan0071 Letter from Brooklands of Bond Street following up on an Air Conditioning Unit submitted for testing.
View original record 1158 BROOKLANDS of BOND STREET W.F. BATES · PROPRIETOR. TELEGRAMS : SPORTOCARS :: WESDO : LONDON :: NASH · DISTRIBUTORS FAMED FOR ALL MAKES OF NEW AND USED CARS TELEPHONE · MAYFAIR :: 8351-6 :: 103 ·…

scan0072 Urgent request for parts for a car heater for chassis 30.G.VII, required by John Marstons Ltd.
View original record 1158 To HPS. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.2/MH.26.4.39. Re CAR HEATER DETAILS. Will you please make the following parts as quickly as possible, as they are urgently required by John Marstons Ltd. before the…

scan0073 Request to order 12 heater motors and 12 rheostat switches for R.R. Marston heaters.
View original record 1158 File To Roy. c. G/JWH. Rm/Ed 4/ER 28.4.39. Heater Motors and Switches. Will you please order 12 heater motors and 12 rheostat switches, suitable for R.R. Marston heaters. All the other,parts are…

scan0074 Letter to John Marston Ltd. regarding an order for six car heaters and the return of a borrowed pressure gauge.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.4/JH. 28th. April, 1939. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., WOLVERHAMPTON. For the attention of Mr. Steadman. Dear Sirs, Referring to our conversation re: car heaters last…

scan0075 Letter from John Marston Ltd regarding the sourcing and supply of parts for car heaters.
View original record 1158 IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. FROM JOHN MARSTON LIMITED, WOLVERHAMPTON. ESTABLISHED 1790. TELEPHONE: 21481 (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SUNBEAM, WOLVERHAMPTON. CODES: A.B.C. 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS:…

scan0076 Request to draw up a scheme for fitting an AC heater on the dashboard with a separate electric motor and flexible drive.
View original record 115/8 To By/RD. Rm/Ed.4/JH.29.4.39. Heater Layout. Will you please draw up a scheme for fitting an AC. heater on the dashboard incorporating separate electric motor and flexible drive. Rm/Ed.

scan0077 Letter to John Marston Ltd. regarding prints, the ordering of motors and rheostats, and an arrangement with Lucas & A.C. Ltd.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.1/JH. 1st. May, 1939. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., WOLVERHAMPTON. For the attention of Mr. Steadman. Dear Sirs, We are enclosing herewith prints DW.939 and we must…

scan0078 Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the unsuitability of an air conditioning unit.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.2/JH. 1st. May, 1939. Your ref: CAVR/FR. Brooklands of Bond Street Ltd., 103, New Bond Street, LONDON.W.1. For the attention of C.A.V. Roper Esq. Dear Sirs, Many…

scan0079 Correspondence regarding the unsuitability of an air conditioning unit and suggestions for modification.
View original record BROOKLANDS of BOND STREET W. P. BATES - PROPRIETOR TELEGRAMS : SPORTOCARS :: WESDO : LONDON :: NASH DISTRIBUTORS FAMED FOR ALL MAKES OF NEW AND USED CARS TELEPHONE : MAYFAIR :: 8351-6 :: 103, NEW BOND…

scan0080 Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding the testing of a borrowed Harrison defroster.
View original record 1158? EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.14/JH. 5th. May, 1939. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, Ltd., Minerva Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Whitelock. Dear Sirs, We should like to…

scan0081 Letter of enquiry to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. about American car heater and defroster units.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.2/JH. 6th. May, 1939. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We understand from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. that you deal…

scan0082 Despatch of a car heater spindle assembly to John Marstons Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. c. tp D/BP. Rm/Ed.4/JH.8.5.39. Car Heater Parts. We hand you herewith a car heater spindle assembly and we should be glad if you would have this despatched to John Marstons Ltd.…

scan0083 Letter to John Marston Ltd. regarding the dispatch of parts for a car heater and a forthcoming 'Ripple' radiator design.
View original record 115/8 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.5/JH. 8th. May, 1939. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., Wolverhampton. For the attention of Mr. Steadman. Dear Sirs, We are sending you under separate cover the heater…

scan0084 The progress of six car heaters.
View original record 1158 To H.S. (crossed out) c. Rm/Mr. Edwards. BY.8/B.8.5.39. D.CD.1204 - CAR HEATER. Will you let me know what progress has been made with the 6 heaters instructed 13.3.39., and when we can have…

scan0085 Letter from John Marston Limited regarding the finish of a car heater and outstanding parts.
View original record IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. FROM JOHN MARSTON LIMITED, WOLVERHAMPTON. ESTABLISHED 1790. TELEPHONE: 21481 (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SUNBEAM, WOLVERHAMPTON. CODES: A.B.C. 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS;…

scan0086 Chasing up the supply of fittings for an order of heaters with John Marston Ltd.
View original record 1158 Rm/Mr.Edwards. Roy/AW.7/IB. 9. 5. 39. We have had six - Heaters - DW.930 on order with Messrs. John Marston, since 29th March, and they cannot proceed, due to the fact they are awaiting certain…

scan0087 Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding American Car Heaters and Defrosters.
View original record 1158 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) For the attention of Experimental Dept.…

scan0088 The despatch of a second heater spindle assembly to John Marstons Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/Ed.1/JH.11.5.39. Heater Spindle. We hand you herewith a second car spindle assembly and we should be glad if you would have this despatched to John Marstons Ltd.…

scan0089 Letter concerning the supply and assembly of car heaters and radiators.
View original record 1138. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.3/JH. 11th. May, 1939. Messrs. John Marstons Ltd., WOLVERHAMPTON. For the attention of Mr. Steadman. Dear Sirs, Further to our telephone conversation with Mr. Wren…

scan0090 Page 2 of a letter to John Marstons Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss the manufacturing of a radiator.
View original record -2- Rm/Ed.3/JH.11.5.39. John Marstons Ltd. Wolverhampton. The writer would rather like to go into the question of making this radiator and would be glad if you would let him know the earliest date at…

scan0091 Requesting a dashboard modification to accommodate a car heater on car 1.B.50.
View original record 1158 To HPS. Rm/Ed.2/JH.18.5.39. CAR HEATER ON 1.B.50. Will you please modify the dash board on the above car to take an R.R. Marston or Wilmot-Breeden car heater. Details will be supplied by Rm/ABR.…

scan0092 Cover letter from Metalastik Ltd enclosing correspondence with John Marston Ltd regarding Heater Flexible Drives.
View original record DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT TELEPHONE 25196 TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF RUBBER-METAL BONDED…

scan0093 Copy of a letter to John Marston Limited regarding the supply and pricing of couplings for Heater Flexible Drives.
View original record Heater COPY LETTER. Your ref. CSS/FS. RT/HFC Messrs. John Marston Limited, Dict. 19. 5. 39. Wolverhampton. 20th. May 1939. For the Attention of Mr. C.S.Stedman, Development Engineer. Dear Sirs, We…

scan0094 Letter from Metalastik Limited to John Marston Limited regarding the delivery of units.
View original record -2- Messrs. John Marston Limited. 20th. May 1939. -selves and Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. May we finally assure you that there will be every effort made at our end to ensure that the units concerned…

scan0095 Official order for flexible, wire imbedded hose for car heaters from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Royl from Rm/Ed. c. G/JWH. Rm/Ed.9/MH.23.5.39. CAR HEATERS. Will you please pass an official order to The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for two 6ft. lengths of flexible, wire imbedded hose as per…

scan0096 Letter from the Experimental Department to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd requesting further samples of imbedded wire type rubber hose.
View original record Experimental Dept. RM/Ed.10/MH. 23rd. May, 1939. Messrs. Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., Fort Dunlop. Erdington, BIRMINGHAM, 24. Your Ref: HC.FH.24. Dear Sirs, Some time ago you sent us some samples of rubber…

scan0097 Internal request to modify a Marston heater on car 1.B.50 to enable a flexible air duct to the rear compartment.
View original record 1158. To HPS. from Rm/Ed. c. Rm/ABR. Rm/Ed.8/MH.23.5.39. CAR HEATER ON 1.B.50. Will you please modify the R.R. Marston heater on the above car to enable a flexible air duct to be taken to the rear…

scan0098 Letter from Metalastik Ltd forwarding a misdirected communication to Mr. Edwards of the Experimental Department.
View original record File Heale 1158. DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 25196 TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF…

scan0099 Letter from Metalastik Limited enclosing a copy of another letter regarding Heater Flexible Drives.
View original record Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Limited. Derby. Dict. 19.5.39. 20th May 1939. Dear Sirs, We have pleasure in enclosing herewith a copy of a letter written to Messrs. John Marston Limited, on the subject of…

scan0100 Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a delay on Order No. 92440 for motors and switches.
View original record 1158 HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET…

scan0101 Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the preparation and delivery of two special hose samples.
View original record 1158? DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS,PHONE,BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION NO. 383 YOUR REF: HC.FH.10. OUR REF: FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM 24 Messrs…

scan0102 Comparison of a Smith Heater against the standard R.R. Marston heater, concluding the Smith heater is not superior.
View original record 1158. To Roy/Les. Rm/Ed.11/JH.31.5.39. re Smith Heater EXY.11046. We have noted Messrs. Smiths letter of the 24th. instant with interest and would like to pass the following comments. (1) No defroster…

scan0103 Letter to Metalastik Ltd. confirming an agreement for Messrs. John Marstons to use a mould.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.9/JH. 31st. May, 1939. Messrs. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. Yours ref. KT/HFC. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge yours of the 24th. instant and…

scan0104 Car heater motor to be sent to Joseph Lucas Ltd. for modification.
View original record 1158 Hd/PC. c. to D/BP. c. to Rm/RO. c. RM / ED ROY/FS.9/P.1.6.39. Headers Please despatch, carriage paid, to Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham, addressed for the attention of…

scan0105 Requesting Messrs. Lucas to produce two combined defroster duct and wiper spindle units from print PD.374.
View original record 1158 To By/RD. Rm/Ed.9/JH.14.6.39. Defroster Ducts combined with Wiper Spindles We send you herewith a print of PD.374 showing defroster ducts, and should be glad if Messrs. Lucas would make up two…

scan0106 Request to despatch a Harrison Power Defroster to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman for the attention of Mr. Whitelock.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/Ed.5/JH.14.6.39. Harrison Power Defroster. Will you please despatch the accompanying defroster to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman of Minerva Road, Willesden, marked for the…

scan0107 Request to Messrs. Lucas to manufacture two combined defroster duct and wiper spindle units from print PD.374.
View original record 1158 To By/RD. Rm/Ed.9/JH.14.6.39. Defroster Ducts combined with Wiper Spindles We send you herewith a print of PD.374 showing defroster ducts, and should be glad if Messrs. Lucas would make up two…

scan0108 Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a loaned catalogue and literature.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.10/JH. 14th. June, 1939. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Gorsvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter reference SJ/ADB. and we very much…

scan0109 Letter regarding the testing and return of a loaned Harrison Power Defroster, noting its noisy operation.
View original record 158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.11/JH. 14th June, 1939. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, Minerva Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Whitelock. Dear Sirs, You will recall that some…

scan0110 Standardisation of heaters for Bentley V models.
View original record 1158 EDWARDS. See me Rm Rm at 'W'. Hn4/IH.7.7.39. Heaters for Bentley V. ------------------ With reference to our talk about heaters for Bentley V's, when I was at the Works on the 22nd inst., you…

scan0111 From Rm. to Hn. confirming the correct policy has been adopted regarding heaters.
View original record W/S. To Hn. from Rm. 1158 Rm.10/MH.11.7.39. Thanks for Hn.4/IH.7.7.39. We note your remarks about the heaters and consider that you have adopted the correct policy. Rm.

scan0112 Requesting the return of a car heater to Messrs. John Marston for repair.
View original record 1168 To Hd/FC. from Rm/Ed. c. D/BP. Rm/Ed.11/MH.12.7.39. CAR HEATER. Will you please return the accompanying heater to Messrs. John Marston, Wolverhampton, marked for the attention of Mr. Steadman.…

scan0113 The standard fitment of heaters for Bentley 'A' Series and Wraith 'C' Series vehicles.
View original record BY/HSB. BY/RD. BY/CS. Rm. Da. Les. c. BY/NS. BY.32/N.14.7.39. BENTLEY V. 'A' SERIES. WRAITH 'C' SERIES. Further to BY9/MG.12.7.39, we have been notified by Sales that although the R.R.heater is being…

scan0114 Requesting the production of two sets of defroster ducts.
View original record 1158. To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.10/JH.9.8.39. Defroster Ducts. Will you please make up 2 sets of defroster ducts to the pattern supplied by Rm/Ed. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.

scan0115 Letter from John Marston Ltd. discussing the construction of a car heater matrix, comparing Mark III and Mark V types.
View original record 1158 IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. ESTABLISHED 1790. FROM TELEPHONE: 21481 (5 LINES) JOHN MARSTON LIMITED, TELEGRAMS: SUNBEAM, WOLVERHAMPTON. CODES: A.B.C. 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS; BENTLEY'S.…

scan0116 Test report comparing the heat dissipation efficiencies of Mark III and Mark V car heater matrices.
View original record John Marston Limited, Wolverhampton. "Test on Matrices for Rolls Royce Car Heaters". The object of the test was to compare the efficiencies with regard to heat dissipation of the Mark III and Mark V…

scan0117 Letter to Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. requesting a combined heater and defroster unit for testing and a price quote for bulk orders.
View original record 1158 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Ed.2/JH. 11th. August, 1939. Clayton Dewandre Co.Ltd., Titanic Works, LINCOLN. Dear Sirs, We read with interest the description in the Motor, of your latest combined…

scan0118 Internal request to place an order for a heater and defroster unit from The Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Ed.1/JH.11.8.39. Heater & Defroster Unit. Will you please pass an official order to The Clayton Dewandre Co.Ltd. Lincoln, for one of their combined heater and defroster…

scan0119 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Company regarding the supply and installation of a car heater and demister unit.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W. C. 2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614 TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0120 Price quotation for bulk quantities of heater units.
View original record -2- 12th August 1939 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd. With regard to your enquiry for bulk quantities of the heater unit, we have the pleasure to quote you the following special prices :- For contracts of…

scan0121 Telex-style message confirming a meeting time for Thursday.
View original record 1158 Rcy/H. 15.8.39. Titanic Lincoln. ATTENTION BLOMELEY REGRET WEDNESDAY UNSUITABLE WILL THURSDAY 11.30.A.M. BE O.K. Edwards Roycar.

scan0122 Telegram confirming an 11.30 AM meeting on Thursday for Edwards, sent by Blomeley Titanic.
View original record POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED No. 1158 OFFICE STAMP CONFIRMATION DERBY AUG 12 Handwritten: 21/8/31 Prefix: m Time handed in: 7 Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words.…

scan0123 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. confirming the contents of telegrams exchanged regarding a meeting.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614 TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0124 Fitting defroster ducts to model 33.G.VII.
View original record W588 / 102S To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.3/JH.16.8.39. Defroster Ducts for 33.G.VII. Further to memo. Rm/Ed.10/JH.9.8.39. calling for two sets of defroster ducts, it has been decided to fit a set of…

scan0125 Test results for a Mark III heater matrix and recommending its adoption over the Mark V.
View original record 11584 1280 To By. c. to By/NS. c. to By/RD. c. to Lds. Rm/Ed.5/JH.16.8.39. R.R. Marston Heaters. We have received a letter from Steadman giving particulars of tests carried out on a Mark III matrix…

scan0126 The despatch of a car heater to Messrs. John Marston Ltd. for repair.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/Ed.5/JH.21.8.39. Car Heater. Will you please despatch the accompanying car heater to Messrs. John Marston Ltd. Wolverhampton, marked for the attention of Mr. Steadman.…

scan0127 Request to make two right-angle copper pipe bends for a Clayton car heater.
View original record 1158 To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.6/JH.21.8.39. Car Heater - Clayton. Will you please make up two right angle bends in copper pipe to verbal instructions from Rm/ABR. Rm/Ed.

scan0128 Visit to John Marstons discussing corrosion in the Phantom III engine and potential remedies.
View original record 1158 + 1280 To By. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. Em/Ed.4/JH.25.8.39. Visit to John Marstons. A visit to the above firm was paid on the 24th. instant by Rm/Ed., Mr. Steadman, development engineer being…

scan0129 Status report on a corrosion inhibitor, car heaters, B.V. radiator modifications, Wraith 30 yoke costs, and a pressure-cooled radiator.
View original record -2- effect to the coolant, and eliminating subsequent trouble. Experiments are to be carried out on these lines. With regard to No-co-ro corrosion inhibitor, this was apparently used by Vauxhalls as a…

scan0130 Brief typed memo regarding the construction of item SCD.1179 by Marstons.
View original record -3- Rm/Ed.4/JH.25.8.39. to SCD.1179 were left with Marstons, who are proceeding with the construction. Rm/Ed.

scan0131 Blanking plate for use on the Wraith III dashboard when a car heater is not fitted.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. c. De/JD. 11-8 DA.8/G.25.8.39. RR. CAR HEATERS ON DASHBOARD. WRAITH III. Please receive herewith :- F.CD.1510 Blanking Plate for use when heater is not fitted. As it is intended to drill…

scan0132 Blueprint for a blanking plate used when a heater is not fitted on a Wraith III.
View original record F.C.D. 1510, 12 SWG (.104) BLANKING PLATE TO BE MADE IN S/MD & FIXED ON ENGINE SIDE OF DASHBOARD., 3 - 2BA BOLTS IN HEATER FIXING HOLES, HANK RIVET BUSHES FORM LOCATION FOR BLANKING PLATE., CHEESE…

scan0133 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Company requesting the urgent return of a sample Car Heater & De-mister set.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0134 Letter to Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. explaining a delay in testing a car heater due to the start of hostilities.
View original record 1158 Rm/Ed.16/MH. 28th. September, 1939. Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd., Titanic Works, LINCOLN. For the attention of Mr. J.A.Walker. Dear Sirs, Further to yours of the 26th. inst., we understand…

scan0135 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. concerning a Clayton Car Heater & De-Mister.
View original record REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO WESTCENT,…

scan0136 Letter to a supplier requesting a Rheostat switch for a 12-volt motor.
View original record 1158 Rm/FJH.4/JH. 31st. October, 1939. Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd., Titanic Works, Lincoln. For the attention of Mr. Blomley. Dear Sirs, We are in need of a Rheostat switch for controlling a small…

scan0137 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Company Limited regarding the dispatch of a Rheostat Switch.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0138 Official order for a Rheostat Switch be sent to Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd.
View original record 1158 To Les. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH.6/MH.7.11.39. Will you please send to Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd., Titanic Works, Lincoln, an official order for 1 Rheostat Switch, Part No. CT.776/2,…

scan0139 Supply and fitting of a defroster unit from Messrs. Lucas.
View original record 1158 To Ev. Rm/RC.4/JH.15.11.39. With reference to your Ev.3/R.4.11.39. Messrs. Lucas now inform us that they have one defroster unit, and that this will be fitted to a wiper as soon as possible.…

scan0140 Modification and testing of strengthened 3rd speed dogs for the Senior Rationalised Gearbox.
View original record SECRET. 158 To Rm/Gry. from Ev. c. Rm. c. Rm/PJH. Ev.1/16.11.39. STRENGTHENED 3RD. SPEED DOGS. SENIOR RATIONALISED GEARBOX. We attach herewith tracings of the details of the strengthened 3rd. speed…

scan0141 List of new and replaced parts related to strengthened 3rd speed dogs for different gearbox configurations.
View original record Ev.1/16.11.39. STRENGTHENED 3RD SPEED DOGS. PD.495 SECTION 6040. FOR PD.477. LOP. GB.5394. New Parts. R.G. 100 - 3rd. speed driven gear. R.G. 102 - 3rd. and 4th. Sliding piece. Replaced Parts. GB.5332…

scan0142 Querying whether two incorrectly supplied Rheostat Switches can be accepted following a supplier mix-up.
View original record Rm/FJH G/WFH/CA.32/ER.1.12.39 On the 8th ulto order 6431 was issued by Les. to Clayton Dewandre Ltd instructing the supply of 1-Rheostat Switch No. CT.776/2 It was apparently instructed in the first…

scan0143 Requesting the despatch of a rheostat switch to Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd. as it was sent in error.
View original record 1158 To Hd/FC. c. to G/JWH. c. to Les. Rm/FJH.5/JH.4.12.39. Will you please despatch to Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd., the rheostat switch No.CT.776/2 which we have handed to you. This switch is being…

scan0144 Return of a located second switch to Messrs. Clayton Dewandre as it is not required.
View original record 1158 To G/WFH. c. to Les. Rm/FJH.4/JH.4.12.39. Re your memo. G/WFH/CA.32/ER.1.12.39. We have located the second switch mentioned in your memo. and as we do not require two we are returning it to…

scan0145 Dispatch instruction to Messrs. Clayton-Dewandre Co. Ltd. for a surplus Rheostat Switch.
View original record 1158 Ha/TC. c. to D/RR c. to Rm/FJH. 7th Les/FS.14/P.5.12.39. Your ref. Rm/FJH.5/JH.4.12.39. Please despatch to Messrs. Clayton-Dewandre Co.Ltd., Titanic Works, Lincoln:- 1. Rheostat Switch No.…

scan0146 Return of an order form slip for defrosters from The Derby Factoring Co.
View original record 1/58 To les. Rm/FD.8/JH.12.12.39. Herewith order form slip returned from The Derby Factoring Co. for the defrosters. Rm/FD.

scan0147 The procurement of 6 heater motors from Lucas Ltd. for experimental cars.
View original record 1158 elec file. To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.14/JH.18.12.39. Will you please obtain from Messrs. Lucas Ltd., 6 heater motors 12 V. type FM.1. for exptl. cars. O/N.52444 ) O/N.52482 ) Rm/FD.

scan0148 Request to manufacture a centrifugal car heater fan with specified blade dimensions.
View original record Messrs Hollingsworth P.A.'s Office File HPS. c to HPS/RS. 1158 Rm/Ed.4/GH.18.1.40. CAR HEATER FANS. ------------------ Will you please make up one centrifugal type of car heater fan, blade size 1" x…

scan0149 Letter to Messrs. Clayton, Dewandre Ltd. regarding the testing of their car heaters, noting noise issues and requesting comparative performance figures.
View original record Em/Ed.4/GH.26.1.40. 26th January 19401 Messrs. Clayton, Dewandre Ltd., Titanic Works, Lincoln. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. S. D. WILLETT. ------------------------------------- Some time ago we…

scan0150 Letter from S. Smith & Sons requesting a meeting to discuss the design of car heaters.
View original record 105 EDWARDS 1158 Would a visit serve any useful purpose ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING…

scan0151 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. concerning car heater tests and a proposed meeting.
View original record 1156 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0152 Official order for six heater couplings from Leyland & Birmingham Rubbers Co. Ltd.
View original record 1158 LES. Rm/Ed.4/GH.31.1.40. HEATER COUPLINGS. ------------ Will you please pass an official order to the Leyland & Birmingham Rubbers Co. Ltd., for six heater couplings as instructed per attached…

scan0153 Letter to The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding an urgent order for heater coupling pieces.
View original record 1158 Rm/Sd.3/GH.31.1.40. 31st January 1940. The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd., Leyland, Lancs. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GOLLOP. ----------------------------- You will recall that…

scan0154 Letter confirming a telephone request for a five or six-point multiple switch for a motor car dashboard.
View original record 1158 File Headers Rm/Ed.5/CH.1.2.40. 1st February 1940. Messrs. A. F. Bulgin & Co. Ltd., Abbey Road, Barking, London. Dear Sirs, We should like to confirm our telephone call of yesterday's date, when…

scan0155 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Company Limited confirming travel arrangements.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0156 Enquiry to Klaxons Ltd. for the supply of a silent electric motor for a special car heater installation.
View original record 1158 File Heaters. Rm/Ed.1/GH.2.3.40. 2nd February 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., 201, Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain an electric motor, for a special car heater…

scan0157 Visit from a representative of Clayton Dewandre Ltd. regarding car heater designs.
View original record Rm. c to Rm/Col. 1158 Rm/Ed.1/GH.2.2.40. VISIT OF REPRESENTATIVE FROM Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd. Visit was paid to these works on February 2nd. 1940, by Mr. Blomeley of Messrs. Clayton Dewandre…

scan0158 Enquiries regarding Clayton Heaters, rheostats, and airflow measurement instruments.
View original record - 2 - Continued:- 3. Enquiries regarding the electric motor used on the Clayton Heaters elicited the information that these were made by Klaxons. It also appears that the original motors supplied by…

scan0159 Note about the cancellation of a car heater order by S.S. Motors and the subsequent unavailability of another heater type.
View original record - 3 - Rm/Ed.1/GH.2.3.40. Continued:- proprietary car heaters, a copy of which he promised to let us have. He also passed on the information that S.S. motors have cancelled their car heater order and…

scan0160 Letter to S.Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the rescheduling of a discussion on heaters due to weather conditions.
View original record 1158. Rm.6/JH. 2nd. February, 1940. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewodd Works, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Grousé. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter dated 26th. January. Weather conditions…

scan0161 Request to order a five-way S.P. Rotary heater switch from Messrs. A. F. Bulgin & Co. Ltd.
View original record 1158 LES. File Rm/Ed.5/GH.5.2.40. HEATER SWITCH. ------------- Will you please pass an order to Messrs. A. F. Bulgin & Co. Ltd., Essex, for a five way S.P. Rotary switch, ordered by phone. Advice note…

scan0162 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. regarding the design and testing of experimental car heaters.
View original record 1158 REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO…

scan0163 Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging a letter and explaining a delay due to staff sickness.
View original record 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333…

scan0164 Modifying a Rolls-Royce Marston car heater matrix and a request for Bentley steam valves and filler caps.
View original record HPS/RH. 1158 Rm/Ed.6/GH.6.2.40. CAR HEATERS. ---------------- Rm/Col. has handed you a Rolls-Royce Marston car heater matrix which we are anxious to modify by bringing the inlet and outlet water pipes…

scan0165 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an appointment for car heaters.
View original record 105 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC,…

scan0166 Letter from The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co Ltd confirming the supply of rubber tubes for drawing No. D.B.2561.
View original record 115/5 TELEGRAMS: RUBBER·LEYLAND TELEPHONE: No 81434. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY NOT TO INDIVIDUALS CODES USED: WESTERN UNION-5 LETTER EDITION & BENTLEY'S. THE LEYLAND &…

scan0167 Preliminary layout drawing for a Type 16T clutch.
View original record PRELIMINARY LAYOUT FOR CLUTCH — TYPE 16T SK. 31305 19 1/2" DIA. 18" P.C. DIA. FLYWHEEL TO SPIGOT IN 17.25" COVER DIA. 16 11/16" DIA. 1/8" 1/4" 5 5/8" NOM. LIMITING FEATURE INITIAL ENGAGED POSITION…

scan0168 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. arranging a visit to discuss car heaters.
View original record 1158- Rm.6/MH. 10th. February, 1940. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood works, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Grosé. Dear Sirs, re Car Heaters. With reference to your letter of 6th.…

scan0169 Enquiry to Tok Switches Ltd. for particulars of a small rotary three-way switch.
View original record c/o Readers 1158 Rm/Ed.15/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. Tok Switches Ltd., Cambridge Row, Burrage Road, Woolwich, LONDON S.E.18. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small…

scan0170 Letter to Joseph Lukas Ltd. requesting particulars of a small rotary three-way switch.
View original record 1158 File Lucas Rm/Ed.9/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. Joseph Lukas Ltd., Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small rotary three way switch suitable for fitting…

scan0171 Letter of inquiry to M.K. Electric Ltd. regarding a small rotary three-way switch for a motor car instrument board.
View original record U/C Heaters 1158 Rm/Ed.14/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. M.K. Electric Ltd., Wakefield Street, Edmonton, LONDON N.18. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small rotary three…

scan0172 Letter requesting particulars for a small rotary three-way switch for an instrument board.
View original record vcb headies 1158 Rm/Ed.9/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. M.C.L. & Repitition Ltd., Pool Lane, Langley, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. J.D. BEARD.…

scan0173 Requesting the dispatch of a heater motor and coupling to Clayton Dewandre Ltd. for testing.
View original record G/Mt. c to Hd/FC. Ule 11-5-8. Rm/Ed.8/GH.13.2.40. HEATER MOTORS. ------------ Will you please send the accompanying heater motor and coupling to:- Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd., Titanic Works,…

scan0174 Letter to British Thomson Houston Ltd. requesting particulars for a small rotary three-way switch for a motor car instrument board.
View original record 1158. File heaters Rm/Ed.10/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. British Thomson Houston Ltd., Coventry. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small rotary three way switch suitable…

scan0175 Inquiry to Messrs. Crabtree & Co. Ltd. for details on a small rotary three-way switch for a motor car.
View original record 1158- H. Headers Rm/Ed.11/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. Crabtree & Co. Ltd., Lincoln Works, Wallsall. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small rotary three way switch…

scan0176 Letter to Messrs. Ferranti Ltd. requesting details for a small rotary three-way switch for a motor car.
View original record 1158. File leaders Rm/Ed.12/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. Messrs. Ferranti Ltd., Hollinwood, Lancs. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a small rotary three way switch suitable for…

scan0177 Letter to The General Electric Co. Ltd. inquiring about a rotary three-way switch for a motor car instrument board.
View original record 1158. Feb heaters Rm/Ed.13/GH.13.2.40. 13th February 1940. The General Electric Co. Ltd., Magnet House, Kingsway, LONDON W.C.2. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain particulars of a rotary three way…

scan0178 Letter from M.K. Electric Ltd. responding to an inquiry about a 3-way rotary switch and enclosing a catalogue.
View original record 1158 CONTRACTORS TO H.M. ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, POST OFFICE, ETC. CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES PRINCIPAL SHIPPING COMPANIES, MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY AUTHORITIES, PUBLIC ELECTRIC…

scan0179 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the design and supply of heaters, a thermostatic pressure relief valve, and air conditioners.
View original record 105 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [Crest: ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION] TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON…

scan0180 Letter from General Electric Co Ltd declining to supply a 3-way Rotary Switch.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M. ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK 1158 The General Electric Co Ltd MANUFACTURERS OF EVERYTHING…

scan0181 From Rm to Ev regarding detailing the scheme for the vacuum hand control.
View original record ? Ignition 1158. a carbor. To Ev. From Rm. Rm.2/MH.16.2.40. VACUUM HAND CONTROL. As discussed with you the other day we believe it is worth detailing this scheme at Park Leys where reference to other…

scan0182 Letter from J. A. Crabtree & Co Ltd declining an enquiry for 3-way Rotary type Switches.
View original record 1158 J. A. CRABTREE & CO LTD Electrical Equipment of Enduring Quality LINCOLN WORKS WALSALL DEPOTS & STORES AT LONDON GLASGOW MANCHESTER LEEDS AND BELFAST DIRECTORS: E. BADHAM J. C. DAY J. A. HARPER…

scan0183 Official order for two Smith Air Conditioning units.
View original record Les. Hll 1158 Rm/Ed.5/GH.17.2.40. CAR HEATERS - ORDER NO. 52444. Will you please pass an official order to S. Smith & Sons Ltd., for two Smith Air Conditioning units, ordered from Smith's…

scan0184 Letter from M.C.L. and Repetition Ltd. responding to an enquiry for a small three-way switch.
View original record 1158 PH/EDWARDS CONTRACTORS TO GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS. TELEPHONE: BROADWELL 1115 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: "KARLYTEKO, LANGLEYWORCS." M.C.L. AND REPETITION LTD MANUFACTURERS OF 'MOTOR CAR LIGHTING'…

scan0185 Continuation sheet from a supplier with queries regarding instrument panel switch specifications.
View original record CONTINUATION SHEET 2. Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd. 19. 2. 40. MCL REG. TRADE MARK 1. What limitations there are as regards space on your instrument panel?. 2. Are we correct in assuming that the switch…

scan0186 Request to manufacture one modified car heater casing and baffle based on specific sketches.
View original record HPS/RH. 1158/Wb Rm/Ed.7/GH.19.2.40. 2 MODIFIED CAR HEATERS. ------------------- Will you please make up one car heater casing and baffle to sketches S.C.T.117 and 118, supplied to you by Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.

scan0187 Letter to John Marston Ltd. concerning modifications to a Silver Dawn radiator, prints for a Ripple radiator shell, and a modified heater.
View original record File. Radiators 1158 Rm/Ed.6/GH.19.2.40. 19th February 1940. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., Wolverhampton. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. A.W. DUNN. ------------------------------- In reply to yours…

scan0188 Letter discussing investigations into heater noise and requesting two Mark III blocks for testing.
View original record - 2 - Rm/Bd.6/CH.19.2.40. Continued:- We have been carrying out some investigations into the noise of the heaters recently, and we tend to the conclusion that the construction of the matrix air-ways…

scan0189 Letter from a supplier declining to provide a quotation for an adaptable switch.
View original record THE BRITISH THOMSON-HOUSTON COMPANY LTD ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS AND MANUFACTURERS. SUBSIDIARY OF ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES. LIMITED. REGISTERED OFFICE: CROWN HOUSE, ALDWYCH, LONDON, W.C.2 HEAD…

scan0190 Letter from Ferranti Ltd. regarding an enquiry for rotary switches and enclosing a product list.
View original record 1158 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS. HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE: FAILSWORTH 2000 (PRIVATE…

scan0191 Letter from TOK SWITCHES LIMITED responding to a query about their switches and enclosing a catalogue.
View original record 1158 TOK SWITCHES LIMITED DIRECTORS: E. DOVER, W.H.D. PIERCE, J.M.G. REES, SYDNEY E. SMITH G.F.N. OLIVER TELEPHONE: WOOLWICH 1422 & 2345-6-7. TELEGRAMS: SNAPSWICH, PHONE, LONDON. Row, Cambridge Place.…

scan0192 Letter discussing the design, specifications, and testing of a multi-position switch with a supplier.
View original record File Feakes 1158 Rm/Ed.6/CH.23.2.40. 23rd February 1940. Messrs. M.C.L. & Repetition Ltd., Pool Lane, Langley, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. J.D. BEARD.…

scan0193 Letter continuation specifying current and quantity requirements, requesting a sample switch and a cost figure.
View original record - 2 - Rm/Ed.8/GH.23.2.40. Continued:- 3. Maximum current will be in the region of 3 amps. 4. Approximate quantities involved would be 500, and we should very much like a cost figure. We trust that you…

scan0194 Letter to Tok Switches Ltd. regarding the unsuitability of their catalogue switches for a motor car.
View original record File Readers 1158 Rm/Ed.9/GH.23.2.40. 23rd February 1940. Messrs. Tok Switches Ltd., Cambridge Row, Burrage Road, Woolwich S.E.18. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for yours of the 21st instant., with a…

scan0195 Request to place an official order with Messrs. Ferranti Ltd. for two heater switches.
View original record Les. 1158 Lili Rm/Ed.2/GH.26.2.40. re HEATER SWITCHES. ---------------- Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Ferranti Ltd., for two switches as per attached letter Order Number 52004.…

scan0196 Letter to Ferranti Ltd. requesting samples of switches from their catalogue.
View original record File Leaders 1158. Rm/Ed.3/GH.26.2.40. 26th February 1940. Messrs. Ferranti Ltd., Hollinwood, Lancashire. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. A. RIDDING. ------------------------------------- Many…

scan0197 Letter from a supplier regarding the feasibility of producing a custom small rotary switch.
View original record R.H. EDWARDS CONTRACTORS TO GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS TELEPHONE: BROADWELL 1115 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: "KARLYTEKO, LANGLEYWORCS." M.C.L. AND REPETITION LTD MANUFACTURERS OF 'MOTOR CAR LIGHTING' EQUIPMENT…

scan0198 Continuation sheet from M.C.L. and Repetition Ltd stating an inability to fulfil requirements.
View original record CONTINUATION SHEET Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd. - 2 - 27. 2. 40. M C L REG. TRADE MARK instance we have been unable to fulfil your requirements. Yours faithfully, M. C. L. AND REPETITION LTD J D Leard…

scan0199 Internal request to order two car heaters from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons.
View original record Les. 1158 Rm/Ed.2/GH.28.2.40. re CAR HEATERS. ---------------- Will you please order two car heaters from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons as per attached letter. Order number 52444. Rm/Ed.

scan0200 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd requesting two additional heater units or 'fug-stirrers'.
View original record Y/K Healey Rm/Ed.1/GH.28.2.40. 28th February 1940. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GROSE.…

scan0201 Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd confirming the dispatch of Smith Heaters and accessories.
View original record 105 1158 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES)…

scan0202 To place an official order for two car heaters to Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston.
View original record Les. Hle 1158 Rm/Ed.3/GH.1.3.40. re CAR HEATERS. ------------ Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston for two car heaters as per attached letter. Order Number 52404.…

scan0203 Letter to Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd. requesting two water circulation car heaters for testing.
View original record A6 Heaters 458 COPY FOR Res. Rm/Ed.4/CH.1.3.40. 1st March 1940. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM.4. Dear Sirs, We note in this weeks issue of the Auto-car…

scan0204 Letter to M.C.L. & Repetition Ltd. regarding their inability to supply required parts from their production stock.
View original record File Please 1158 Rm/Ed.1/GH.1.3.40. 1st March 1940. Messrs. M. C. L. & Repetition Ltd., Pool Lane, Langley, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. J. D. BEARD.…

scan0205 Letter discussing a drawing for a car heater, comparing thermo-syphon cooling with pressure circulation, and requesting heaters for testing.
View original record 1158 Veh. Heaters Rm/Ed.2/GH.6.3.40. 3rd March 1940. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston, Widney Works, Bagot Street, Birmingham 4. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. H.A. BRINKWORTH. Many thanks for…

scan0206 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston regarding the supply and installation of car heaters, suggesting a special steam unit.
View original record 1158 TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS MANUFACTURERS…

scan0207 Letter from Klaxon Limited regarding the supply of motors for heater units.
View original record ON ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY LISTS. KLAXON ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS WORKS: BIRMINGHAM ESTABLISHED 1909 FRACTIONAL H.P. MOTORS . GEARED MOTOR UNITS . ROTARY…

scan0208 Investigation report on the failure of a Lucas Heater Motor due to overheating.
View original record 1158 Rm/WD. c. Rm/Col. Rm/EC.3/LL.7.3.40. re LUCAS HEATER MOTOR. We have now completed the investigation on the Lucas Heater Motor which you recently handed to us for examination. The motor failed due…

scan0209 Letter to Klaxons Ltd. regarding testing their motor and a potential order.
View original record File Leaders 1158 Rm/Ed.4/GH.9.3.40. 9th March 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd. 201 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. C. R. GENTRY. --------------------------------- Many…

scan0210 Letter to Klaxons Ltd. regarding the testing of their motor and a potential order for 500 units.
View original record Set leaders 1188 Rm/Ed.4/GH.9.3.40. 9th March 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd. 201 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. C. R. GENTRY. Many thanks for yours of the 5th…

scan0211 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston regarding the receipt of an air heater for testing and a delay in delivering two water electric heaters.
View original record 1758. TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS…

scan0212 Ordering existing List of Parts for the Senior Gearbox to be used on the Ripplet Chassis.
View original record to & 1158 1022- File To. Rm. c. Ev. Ev/HH.1/ 28. 3. 40 Clan/EXP. RIPPLET SENIOR GEARBOX Servo Motor Mechanism Sec: 6180. Hydraulic Master Cylinder Sec: 6181. The following existing LOP's should be…

scan0213 Letter to Messrs. Klaxons Ltd. chasing the delivery of a motor for testing.
View original record File Leaders 1158 Rm/Ed.6/GH.29.3.40. 29th March 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., 201 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GENTRY. --------------------------- Further to…

scan0214 Preliminary investigation into fitting a Cotal Gearbox to the 4-cylinder Rippletto engine.
View original record 1158 To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.16/JH.29.3.40. re Cotal Gearbox for Rippletto. We have made a preliminary investigation of the fitting of this box to the 4 cyl. 75 m.m. bore engine for Rippletto. To use…

scan0215 Requesting the rebuild of a 20 M Kg Cotal Gearbox that is being returned to Wolseley's.
View original record 1158. To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/FJH.9/JH.1.4.40. 20 M Kg Cotal Gearbox. Will you please rebuild the Cot 1 gearbox which you previously dismantled and which we have returned to you. We are returning…

scan0216 Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston regarding the supply of car heaters and demisters.
View original record TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM 1158 HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS MANUFACTURERS…

scan0217 Letter from Klaxon Limited regarding a delay in dispatching a sample Unit Heater Motor due to waiting for different brushes.
View original record ON ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY LISTS. 1158 KLAXON ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS WORKS: BIRMINGHAM ESTABLISHED 1909 FRACTIONAL H.P. MOTORS . GEARED MOTOR UNITS .…

scan0218 Letter to Hallam Sleigh & Cheston Ltd. regarding the return of an unsuitable 'Klampon' heater.
View original record Heaters 1158 Rm/md.S/GH.4.4.40. 4th April 1940. Messrs. Hallam Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, Birmingham 4. Dear Sir, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. BRINKWORTH.…

scan0219 The return of a loaned heater to Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd.
View original record Hd/FC. c to G/Mb. c to Rm/Col. Lib 1158 Rm/Ed.3/GH.6.4.40. re HEATERS. --------------- Will you please send the accompanying heater to Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot…

scan0220 Requesting de-frosting parts for a Phantom III chassis, No. 3-DH-5, intended for exhibition at the New York World's Fair.
View original record Rm | EDWARDS . 1158 S/W. Rm. Please see me today Rm Hn3/ES.8.4.40. New York World's Fair Heaters With reference to Hn2/ES.28.2.40, please tell us definitely whether you can provide Park Ward & Co.…

scan0221 Follow-up letter to Klaxons Ltd. urgently requesting the delivery of an electric motor for heater parts.
View original record Heaters 1158 Rm/Ed.7/GH.10.4.40. 10th April 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., 201 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GENTRY. -------------------------- Further to our…

scan0222 Requesting the dispatch of parts for the Worlds Fair Chassis to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd.
View original record To G/Mt. from Rm/Ed. c. HD/FO. Headers 1158 Rm/Ed.1/SW.11.4.40. Worlds Fair Chassis. Will you please send the accompanying parts to Messrs. Park Ward, Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London W.W.10,…

scan0223 Letter to Clayton Dewandre Ltd. chasing up test results for four car heaters.
View original record Heaters 1158 Rm/Ed.3/GH.10.4.40. 16th April 1940. Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd., Titanic Works, LINCOLN. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. BLOMLEY. ----------------------------- You will no doubt…

scan0224 Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch and price of two lengths of hose.
View original record 1158. DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No 383 & 341. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HC/EB.12. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM…

scan0225 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Company Ltd. regarding the testing status of various supplied car heaters.
View original record REGISTERED OFFICE: TITANIC WORKS, LINCOLN. TELEPHONE: LINCOLN 1156/7. TELEGRAMS: TITANIC, LINCOLN. LONDON OFFICE: AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 4614. TELEGRAMS: CLADEWCO WESTCENT,…

scan0226 Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of car heaters.
View original record - 2 - You will remember that we agreed to test Car Heaters for you but it was understood that they should be complete with their own fan and motors and obviously a comparison of different makes would…

scan0227 Requesting an official order for car heater parts from Klaxons Ltd. and Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd.
View original record Les. 1158 Rm/Ed.5/GH.18.4.40. File re CAR HEATERS. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., for one N.Z. Motor 12V. Super Silent. One 2ft. length and one 3ft. length of 1 1/8"…

scan0228 Instruction to receive blueprints for a new joint selector bearing for the Senior Range gearbox.
View original record File 1158 To Rm. c to Ev. Rm/HH.3/JH.24.4.40. Gearbox - Senior Range. Section 6030. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following. RG.427 Joint Sel. Bearing - 1 off. The above piece has been…

scan0229 Advice note regarding the receipt of two heaters.
View original record 1158 Les. Rm.5/ML.29.4.40. re HEATERS. Herewith Advice Note for 2 Heaters, received 26.4.40. Rm/Ed.

scan0230 The supply of 'Fish Tails' and other parts for the World's Fair Chassis.
View original record G/WFH/HT. 1158 Reading Rm/Ed.1/GH.30.4.40. In reply to your memo G/WFH/HT.5/MG.25.4.40., the two Fish Tails sent to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. were for fitting to the World's Fair Chassis. The…

scan0231 Despatch of two 'Fish Tails' to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd and a follow-up query.
View original record Rm/Ed. Ed G/WFH/HT.5/MG.25.4.40. On the 11th instant, as per W.G/F.68399, 2 Fish Tails were despatched to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd. in accordance with your instructions. Will you kindly let us know…

scan0232 Letter to Klaxons Ltd. regarding the supply and modification of an N.Z. electric motor.
View original record Headers 1158 Rm/Ed.S/GH.2.5.40. 2nd May 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., 201, Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GENTRY. -------------------------------- We have received…

scan0233 Letter to Clayton Dewandre Ltd. regarding an overloaded motor on a Marston R-R heater.
View original record Heaters 1158 Rm/Ed.6/GH.2.5.40. 2nd May 1940. Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd., Titanic Works, Lincoln. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. BLOMELEY. Many thanks for yours of the 15th instant., together…

scan0234 Confirming the dispatch of heater and defroster parts for the New York World's Fair Car.
View original record W/S. Asy. Readers 1158 Rm/Ed.10/GH.2.5.40. re. New York World's Fair Car - 3-DH-5. With reference to your memo Asy.8/ES.30.4.40., the heater and defroster parts required in this car have been…

scan0235 Requesting an update on the dispatch of outstanding De Froster parts for the New York World's Fair Car.
View original record S/W. Rm/Ed. Asy8/ES.30.4.40. re: New York World's Fair Car - 3-DH-5. With further reference to your memo. Rm/Ed6/GH9.4.40, can you now please tell us when you expect to be able to dispatch the balance…

scan0236 The return of advice notes for heaters and a related order for various matrix blocks.
View original record Les. Rm/Ed.11/GH.2.5.40. 1158 re HEATERS. ---------- Further to your memo of yesterday, we are returning advice note for two heaters, together with a further advice note for a third heater collected…

scan0237 The modification of an existing car heater case.
View original record Rm file. 1158 To HPS. from Rm/Col. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Col.2/SW.3.5.40. Car Heater. Will you please modify existing car heater case to instructions supplied by Rm/Col. Rm/Col.

scan0238 Letter to Messrs. Klaxons Ltd. regarding the trial of a fan with a resistance incorporated into an NZ motor.
View original record (Handwritten) Headers 1158 Rm/Ed.8/GH.6 5.40. 6th May 1940. Messrs. Klaxons Ltd., 201, Holland Park Avenue, LONDON W.11. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GENTRY. -----------------------------------…

scan0239 Letter from Klaxon Ltd. regarding an N.Z. Electric Motor and requesting a sample Fan Runner for modification.
View original record ON ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY LISTS. KLAXON ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS 1158. MANUFACTURING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS ESTABLISHED 1909 WORKS: BIRMINGHAM FRACTIONAL H.P. MOTORS · GEARED MOTOR UNITS ·…

scan0240 The implementation of a vacuum-assisted column gear change for the Senior Range, seeking information on its effect on engine idling.
View original record 158 SECRET. To Rm/CTS. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.10/JH.30.4.40. re Column Gear Change. Senior Range. It has been decided to fit to the L.H. Silver Phantom 31.G.VII. our scheme of Vacuum…

scan0241 Letter from S. Smith & Sons following up on a discussion regarding Panels and Heaters.
View original record S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. 1158 Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:…

scan0242 Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging receipt of a letter, stating it will be passed to Mr. Nichols upon his return.
View original record 1158 S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables : SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes : MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON. N.W.2 Telephone : GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams :…

scan0243 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding comments on a supplied heater.
View original record Rm.9/ML. 7.7.40. C.Nicholls,Esq., S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London. Dear Mr. Nicholls, Here are some comments on the heater which you supplied to us and which may be of interest to you.…

scan0244 Outlining issues and potential improvements for a Smith's car heater.
View original record Rm/Col.1/ML.8.7.40. SMITH'S CAR HEATERS. The latest type of heater unit as supplied to us by Smith's has not yet been tried. Although this unit is of the fresh air type it is fundamentally the same as…

scan0245 Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging receipt of criticism on a heater.
View original record 1158/ S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON. N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:…

scan0246 Requesting the transfer of a heater to create a general arrangement drawing.
View original record 158 Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/HH. General re HEATERS. Please hand the heater off 9.B.V. to Rm/HH in order that he may make a general arrangement drawing of it. Rm. Rm.22/ML.25.9.40.

scan0247 Confirming the programme for fitting heaters to specific chassis.
View original record 1158 Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/Col. File Heaters general Rm.19/ML.25.9.40. re HEATERS. Confirming our discussion today, we have arranged the following programme for heaters. 9.B.V. and 8.B.V. to have…

scan0248 Requesting investigation into an invoice from J. Marston Ltd for a verbally ordered car heater.
View original record 1158 Rm/Ed. C/WFH/CA.29/EW.25.9.40 We have an invoice from J. Marston Ltd dated 10th April, on which we are charged 52/-d nett for one Car Heater which they say was converted in accordance with…

scan0249 Letter from John Marston Ltd. regarding a dispute over an invoice for a car heater conversion, stating it was based on verbal instructions.
View original record COPY. 1158 JOHN MARSTON LTD., WOLVERHAMPTON. Our Ref: JSP/FMP. Your Ref. G/WFH/CA.37/JC. 13th September, 1940 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, Re: Our Invoice 164772 In reply to your letter…

scan0250 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the testing and performance of their 'Hades' car heater.
View original record 1158 Check up in 2nd drawer Steel Cabinet Rm.3/NL. 26.9.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons. Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, re HEATERS. As you know, we…

scan0251 Letter to C.W. Nicholls of Messrs S. Smith & Sons Ltd. chasing the delivery of heaters.
View original record heaters 1158 Rm.11/ML. 29.10.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons.Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.1. Dear Nicholls, Thank you for your letter. I find that we have not yet…

scan0252 Letter from a supplier about a delay in sending heaters due to awaiting specifications for defroster units.
View original record S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,…

scan0253 Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd. to W. A. Robotham concerning the installation of heaters.
View original record S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,…

scan0254 Tests comparing the efficacy of the Hadees heater with an R.H. shield against the A.C. heater.
View original record To Rm. From Rm/Clm. C. to Rm/Wgm. & Rm/Col. HEATERS. A series of tests has been carried out on 1-R-1; in the first place to determine the efficacy of the R.H. shield on the Hadees heater, and in the…

scan0255 Letter to S. Smith & Sons requesting the supply of defroster hose for a 'Hadies' heater.
View original record Elec. Rm/Col.4/ET. 31st December, 1940. Messrs. S. SMITH & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W. 2. Dear Sirs, Can you supply 10 ft. of defroster hose for use with your…

scan0256 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding noise issues with sample heaters and recommendations for alternative heating systems.
View original record S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. Telephone: Gladstone 3333 Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Handwritten note: Glee 6010 24th January, 1941 W. A. Robotham,…

scan0257 Letter discussing an underseat heater's performance and requesting to borrow an American version for testing in limousines.
View original record Uee 6010 Rm.19/ML. 30.1.41. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons. Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, Thank you for your letter of the 24th. January. I remember…

scan0258 Comparing the performance of the Hadees heater with a shield against the A.C. heater.
View original record To Rm. from Rm/Clm. C. to Rm/Wym. & Rm/Col. Slee 6010 Rm/Clm.1/ET.3.2.41. HEATERS. --------- A series of tests has been carried out on 1-R-1; in the first place to determine the efficacy of the R.R.…

scan0259 Graph comparing the temperature rise of different car heaters over time on model 1-R-1.
View original record Fig 1 COMPARATIVE TESTS CARRIED OUT ON HEATERS ON 1-R-1. RISE OF TEMPERATURE AT N.S. DOOR PILLAR IS SHEWN BELOW 1. HADEES HEATER WITH LONG SHIELD 2. HADEES HEATER WITH SHORT SHIELD 3. HADEES HEATER…

scan0260 Graph comparing the performance of four different car heaters over time.
View original record FIG 2 B. THERMOMETER ON FRONT FLOOR CLOSE TO DIP SWITCH. C. THERMOMETER IN CENTRE OF REAR SQUAB 1. HADEES HEATER WITH LONG SHIELD 2. HADEES HEATER WITH SHORT SHIELD 3. HADEES HEATER WITHOUT SHIELD 4.…

scan0261 Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging receipt of correspondence regarding a Heater matter.
View original record S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. Nee Leslie 6010 Telephone: Gladstone 3333 Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2 4th February, 1941 W.A.Robotham, Esq., Rolls-Royce…

scan0262 Letter to Messrs S. SMITH & Sons, Ltd. acknowledging the safe receipt of an underseat heater.
View original record Rm.5/ET. 60/5 1158 20th February, 1941. Messrs S. SMITH & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON N.W. 2. Attention of Mr. Nicholls. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for the underseat heater which…

scan0263 Letter to C.W. Nichols of S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd. requesting an underseat heater.
View original record Rm.5/SW. FILE /1158 February 8th, 1941. C.W. Nichols, Esq., S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON. N.W.2. Dear Nichols, Thank you for your letter of February 6th. If you could let us…

scan0264 Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham regarding a sample heater and an improved blower design.
View original record S. Smith & Sons (M-A) Ltd. Telephone: Gladstone 3333 Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London. N.W.2. 6th February, 1941 W.A.Robotham, Esq., Rolls-Royce Ltd., D E R B…

scan0265 Letter from S. Smith & Sons confirming an Underseat Heater is being posted.
View original record Handwritten: Rm / WYMAN noted (WYMAN is struck through) S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON,…

scan0266 Cover letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the despatch of an American type underseat heater.
View original record S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,…

scan0267 Letter to S. Smith & Sons discussing the performance of underseat heaters and the development of defroster systems for Bentley V's.
View original record Rm.8/SW. 14th February, 1941. C.Nichols, Esq., S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON. N.W.2. Dear Nichols, Thank you for your letter of February 10th. I am under no illusion with regard to…

scan0268 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the development and supply of a new car heater and defroster system.
View original record S. Smith & Sons (MA) Ltd. Telephone: Gladstone 3333 Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London. N.W.2. 10th February, 1941 W.A.Robotham, Esq., Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd.,…

scan0269 Letter from S. Smith & Sons concerning the performance of a heater and windscreen defroster unit.
View original record S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd. Telephone: Gladstone 3333. Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. 1158 17th February, 1941 W.A.Robotham, Esq., Messrs.Rolls-Royce…

scan0270 Letter concerning an under-seat heater motor received with the incorrect voltage (6-volt instead of 12-volt).
View original record 1158- 24th February, 1941. Rm/Clm. 1/RH. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON. N.W.2. Attention of Mr. Nicholls. Dear Sirs, We have received the under seat heater for…

scan0271 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an underseat heater and motor compatibility.
View original record File Clm 1158 S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd. Telephone: Gladstone 3333. Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. 25th February, 1941 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., D E R…

scan0272 Confirming an investigation into the possibility of fitting an under-seat heater.
View original record 1158 Confidential. To: Ev. from Rm. Rm. 10/h. 25.2.44. UNDER-SEAT HEATER. This is to confirm that Grover will investigate the possibility of getting an under-seat heater broadly similar in type to…

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