Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Investigation into ignition coil trouble causing misfiring on a Wraith experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1204. By. from Rm/RC. (text is crossed out) c. Rm. c. By/RD. (text is crossed out) Rm/RC.9/AP.1.10.37 RE. IGNITION COILS Trouble has been experienced lately on the Wraith experimental chassis, due to… | ||
| scan0002 | Announcing the reorganization of the Operation Planning and Rate Fixing departments, and management changes for the Aero and Chassis divisions. | ||
| View original record | Rm Gry. Hs.1/KW.5.10.37. To All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. 1204 All testers Please note, the Operation Planning and Rate Fixing Departments have now been reorganised and amalgamated, and… | ||
| scan0003 | Confirming the engine type used by Campbell was the 1931 No. R.39. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Sg. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry12/R.5.10.37. Replying to Sg9/E4.10.37., the man who was with Campbell is out of England, but his department assures me that the engine used was the 1931 type, No. R.39,… | ||
| scan0004 | The policy for making private telephone calls. | ||
| View original record | 120H. D. from Rm. Rm8/R.5.10.37. DL/DL.1.10.37. It is understood by my Department that any person wishing to use the telephone for private purposes should make it clear that it is a private call… | ||
| scan0005 | Confirming no staff are employed abroad for the car side of the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 12.0H. D. from Rm. Rm7/R.5.10.37. In reply to your Dll/DL28.9.37., there are no people employed abroad on the car side of the Experimental Dept. Rm. | ||
| scan0006 | Requesting printed slips to announce a change in telephone number. | ||
| View original record | [squiggle mark] 1204 Alteration in Telephone number Miss Reece - Please follow up. Pam Please obtain at once from the Stationery Stores a supply of printed slips giving notice of the change in our… | ||
| scan0007 | Issues with dynamo sparking and proposing a new armature design for scheme 911. | ||
| View original record | To Dy. from RM/RC. c. RM. c. Dy/RD. RE. DYNAMO TO R.R. SCHEME 911. The main features of the dynamo to this scheme are, an armature core with 36 slots, the commutator with 72 slots, and a special… | ||
| scan0008 | Tests and conclusions for brush gear design, including bench test results comparing standard and experimental machines. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rm/RC.5/MH.30.9.37. Brush Gear. From tests carried out on the bench, and observations of machines on cars, we arrived at the following conclusions:- (1) Brush holders should be made of brass.… | ||
| scan0009 | Comparison report of a standard machine versus an experimental machine through bench and road tests. | ||
| View original record | 3. Rm/RC.5/WH.30.9.37. Bench Test Continued. Test. Standard Machine. Expl. Machine. Cutting in speed. 660 R.P.M. 11.2 miles per hour. 880 R.P.M. 14.8 M.P.H. 1.25 Ratio. 12.4 M.P.H. 1.5 Ratio. Sparking… | ||
| scan0010 | Schedule of chassis to be tested, detailing weekly output and series positions up to January 1938. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1207 RHC/JMW.1/JWA.9.10.37. SCHEDULE OF CHASSIS TO TEST. Herewith details of the Programme to be worked up to week-ending January 1st 1938. This cancels all previous Output Schedules. 1937. |… | ||
| scan0011 | Photograph of four original Silver Ghost cars found at the factory, outside the 'Cat & Fiddle'. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. Bkl. from Rm. Rm7/R.14.10.37. Herewith an interesting photograph which has just turned up in the Factory of four of the original Silver Ghost cars outside the "Cat & Fiddle". Possibly you… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter returning a 'libellous document' that was circulated around the factory. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm3/R. 16th October, 1937. B. Mittell, Esq., Electric & Musical Industries Limited, Blyth Road, Hayes, MIDDLESEX. Dear Mittell, Many thanks for your letter of October 4th. I am returning the… | ||
| scan0013 | Highlighting process and record-keeping issues within the Order Department due to direct communications with firms. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204 Roy/AV.15/IB. 19.10.37. It is very difficult for the Order Dept. to deal with Experimental details due to the fact that each individual appears to be writing direct to firms, or getting into… | ||
| scan0014 | Inviting personnel to lunch with visitors including Mr. Bass and Major Doolittle. | ||
| View original record | Rg. Lr. Wd. Bn. Sft. EP. By. Hm. Lov. c. to Ky. 1204 Hs.7/KW.22.10.37. [Handwritten signature] Mr. Bass and Major Doolittle, and several other visitors are at the Works to-day. Will you please join us… | ||
| scan0015 | Arranging a Ph.III car for Lord Swinton and Lord Weir's visit. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Rm J.D. has arranged this. 27.10.37. 1204 Hs. has asked me to let you know that a good Ph.III car will be required on the afternoon of Friday, November 5th, to take Lord Swinton and Lord Weir to… | ||
| scan0016 | Experimental department report on the suitability of Lucas Regulator & Cutout Units. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. 1204 REFERENCE :- Rm/CAP.11/MH.28.10.37. Subject of Report :- Lucas Regulator & Cutout Units. General Conclusion :- Not suitable in their present condition for… | ||
| scan0017 | Internal memorandum discussing the testing and performance characteristics of a Lucas Dynamo Regulator and Cutout unit. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/CAP. c. Rm. c. By/RD. Rm/CAP.11/MH.28.10.37. LUCAS DYNAMO REGULATOR AND CUTOUT. The Lucas regulator and cutout, are mounted on one base, together with the necessary terminals, thus… | ||
| scan0018 | Technical report discussing the design, operation, and issues with a single-stage dynamo voltage regulator. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/CAP.11/MH.28.10.37. (a) This regulator is of the single-stage type, wherein a resistance is intermittently inserted in the field circuit of the dynamo; thus limiting the dynamo voltage with… | ||
| scan0019 | Performance specifications for output current at 13.0 volts under cold and hot conditions. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/CAP.11/MH.28.10.37. Output Current at 13.0 Volts. Cold. Specified. 14.0 to 16.5 amperes. Lucas unit 10.8 " (Average for whole without compensation. range of speed) Unit with 16.0 " " " "… | ||
| scan0020 | The performance, reliability, and lifespan of regulators under cold and hot conditions. | ||
| View original record | -4- (c) continued. Output Current at 15.0 Volts. Cold. Specified. 1.0 to 5.4 amperes. Unit without compensation 5.4 " (average) Unit with compensation 8.5 " " Output Current at 15.0 Volts. Hot.… | ||
| scan0021 | The performance issues of a voltage cutout and regulator, with a summary and recommendations for modification. | ||
| View original record | -5- Cutout. This, like the regulator, suffers from a large rise in operating voltage with temperature. The operating voltage in the cold condition is specified to lie between 12.2 and 12.8 volts. With… | ||
| scan0022 | Modifications and future plans for battery charge regulators and cutouts. | ||
| View original record | -6- At the same time, we shall ask for one of the units to be arranged with a modified proportioning of the series turns, which should bring the day-running battery charge, nearer to what we require.… | ||
| scan0023 | Confirming travel arrangements to Crewe for a specific car and driver. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/FD. x 1204 Rm/FD.8/MH.2.11.37. We have checked our time to Crewe and find we shall require 1 hr. 50 mins. The car should therefore, leave the works at 2.50 pm on Friday, 5th. The driver… | ||
| scan0024 | Announcing the appointment of Mr Allwood as Section Leader of the Experimental Design Section. | ||
| View original record | Mr. [illegible] c. Mr/Hives. c. Mr/Day. c. Mr/Lee. c. Mr/Swift. c. Mr/Elt.D. c. Mr/J.H.C. c. Mr/HC. c. E.S. 1204 BY.7/N.2.11.37. Experimental Design Section. ------------------------- Please note Mr… | ||
| scan0025 | Notice of staff appointment for the Section Leader of the Frame Section and the new head of the Experimental Design Section. | ||
| View original record | 1204 C. Rn. C. Insp. HY.6/N.2.11.37. Please note Mr.J.Draper has been appointed Section Leader of the Frame Section in place of Mr Allwood who has been transferred to take charge of the Experimental… | ||
| scan0026 | Announcing the appointment of Mr Allwood as Section Leader of the Experimental Design Section. | ||
| View original record | Rm c. Rm/Swdl c. Rm/Hdy c. Rm/Les c. Rm/AFM c. Rm/Std c. Rm/NRC c. Rm/RO c. HPS 120H GRY BY.7/N.2.11.37. Experimental Design Section. ------------------------ Please note Mr Allwood has been appointed… | ||
| scan0027 | Request to find a photograph of a car from the 1914-1935 period for an Engineering Book of Reference. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten (top): Mx. Cann, You, E.P. or Archer - find any good photographs HS...from Bkl. Rm Please reply HS Handwritten (middle): 1204 Handwritten (bottom left): LA can you help R? E.P. Lan. I… | ||
| scan0028 | Visit to the Lagonda works detailing six points of interest regarding their car's construction. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. Rm/Gry.2/AP.8.11.37. LAGONDAS. During this week-end we paid a brief visit to the Lagonda works. We discovered one or two rather interesting points. (1) Their frame, which they… | ||
| scan0029 | Sending and status of photographs. | ||
| View original record | 1264 W/S. Bkl. from Rm. Rm2/R.9.11.37. With reference to Bkl.12/4.11.37., we are sending you herewith some photographs which we hope will be of use to you. Have you finished with the other photograph… | ||
| scan0030 | Letter discussing photographs of four original Silver Ghost cars at the Cat and Fiddle. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm...from Bkl. 1204 Bkl.6/10.11.37 With reference to the photograph you sent me of the four original Silver Ghost cars outside the Cat and Fiddle. I am sending you six copies of this.… | ||
| scan0031 | Letter to Major Sullivan-Tailyour regarding a scheduling conflict for an Air Raid Demonstration. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm9/R. 11th November, 1937. Major E. Sullivan-Tailyour, Normanton Barracks, D E R B Y. Dear Major Sullivan-Tailyour, Referring to the Air Raid Demonstration taking place next Tuesday, November… | ||
| scan0032 | Short memo regarding the names associated with an attached photograph. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Bkl. from Rm. Rml/R.16.11.37. (1204?) So far the only names I have been able to obtain in connection with this photograph are as attached. If I can get any further information I will let you… | ||
| scan0033 | To the pay department regarding a pay correction for two employees. | ||
| View original record | X To Pay Roll Dept. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.3/MH.16.11.37. 1204 Will you please note that C.Steadman X.2322 and A.B.Roberts 2334 were working up to 1.30 pm. on Tuesday, Nov. 2nd and should therefore be paid… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter to Captain A.W. Phillips arranging a demonstration car and declining a request for an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rml/R. 16th November, 1937. Captain A.W. Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W.1. Dear Capt. Phillips, Thank you for your letter of the 15th. I have written to Mr. Cowen at our… | ||
| scan0035 | Testing and performance of different spark plugs for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm/W.Brazier. c. Rm/Childs. Rm/W.Brazier.5/MH.16.11.37. 1204 WRAITH SPARKING PLUGS. We have tested three sets of sparking plugs in 28.G.VI. A.C.X.428, Champion N.A.8, and F.L.B.30.X.… | ||
| scan0036 | Loan of a demonstration car to a Captain Phillips for R.A.C. trials. | ||
| View original record | PER BAG. W/S. C. from Rm. 1804 Rm2/R.17.11.37. With reference to the attached note from Capt. Phillips, I have spoken to Hs. on the subject, and he thinks it would be best if you could loan him a… | ||
| scan0037 | Arranging a demonstration car for Capt. Phillips following a telephone conversation. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm. 1204 C6/C17.11.37 With reference to your Rm2/R17.11.37 and our conversation on the telephone this afternoon, we have arranged for Capt.Phillips to have a demonstration car next week-end. C. | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding the use of a Demonstration Bentley for the Veteran Car Run. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /181137/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0039 | The disposal of experimental cars and the subsequent changes to providing transport facilities. | ||
| View original record | HS. from EH. c. Hy. c. Ry. c. E. c. RHC. c. SFT. c. LP. c. HJS. c. Wd. c. LP/ACL. c. Bx. c. RM/FD. 1204 Rm.1/H.19.11.37. We have recently disposed of ten experimental cars and a number of testers.… | ||
| scan0040 | Providing instructions on the cost-effective duplication of memos using a Fordigraph duplicator. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Miss REECE 1204 Hs./Ryc.1/T22.11.37. DUPLICATION OF MEMOS. Where more than 10 copies of a typed memo are required it is cheaper to use a duplicator than either a manual or an electrical… | ||
| scan0041 | Vague historical records of team personnel and suggestions for who might be able to help. | ||
| View original record | 120H W/S. Bkl. from Rm. Bkl.6/10.11.37. Rm6/R.22.11.37. Further enquiries have revealed that historical records regarding the personnel of this team are extraordinarily vague, and I send you the best… | ||
| scan0042 | Announcing a revision to the departmental numbering system. | ||
| View original record | To all Officials, Superintendents and Foremen. PM 1204 Hs./Ryc.4/T24.11.37. DEPARTMENTAL NUMBERS. ------------------------- The present numbering of Departments will be revised as from Saturday noon… | ||
| scan0043 | List of factory departments with their corresponding department numbers, tasks, and foremen. | ||
| View original record | Dept.No. Department Foreman or Charge-hand Remarks No.1 Shop. 112 Centre lathe Cooke ) 114 Turrets & Axle Tube machining S. Turner ) 116 Drilling Ward ) Inspectors attached 118 Gear Cutting McWilliams… | ||
| scan0044 | List of various departments, their respective department numbers, and foremen or chargehands. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.2. Dept.No. Department. Foreman or Chargehand Remarks. No.9 Shop. 153 Girls drilling, engraving) Light Fitting and ) Electrical. ) Smedley Inspectors, labourers and 154 Miscellaneous )… | ||
| scan0045 | List of departments, foremen, and operational notes for No.2 Shop Machining. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.3. Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks No.2 Shop. Machining. Superintendent Mr. Watson. 212 Cylinder Blocks Cheetham ) The wash connected 213 Crankcases, wheelcases. Bratby )… | ||
| scan0046 | List of factory departments, assigned foremen, and operational notes for fitting and testing. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.4. Dept. No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks Fitting in No.2 Shop, the Dump and Top Test. Supt. Mr. Smithdale. 242 Cylinder fitting Cox 244 Crankcases Jeffries 246 Reduction gears… | ||
| scan0047 | List of departments with their corresponding numbers, superintendents, foremen, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.5. Dept.No. Department Foreman or Remarks. Chargehand Test Dept. Superintendent - Mr. Wozencroft 261 Test Inspection Cox 262 Test including Test Beds, Storekeeping, Stripping, Erecting and… | ||
| scan0048 | List of company departments with corresponding department numbers, foremen, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.6. Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks Common Departments 301 Proof inspection in Central Stores 320 Bufiing and Polishing Ramsden 310 Spring Coiling Base 332 Automatics ) 334… | ||
| scan0049 | List of indirect departments with corresponding numbers, foreman names, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | Sheet No.7. Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks Indirect Depts. 402 Yard Labouring S.Bowers 404 Internal Transport S. Bowers 406 Transport Dept. Barkworth 408 Apprentice Training Genever… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club praising a car's performance during the Run to Brighton. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /231137/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0051 | Distributor temperature tests conducted on engine 26.G.VI. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/Brazier. c. Da. c. By/RD. Rm/Brazier.3/MH.26.11.37. 1204 DISTRIBUTOR TESTS ON 26.G.VI. We fitted 26.G.VI with a Delco distributor cover positioned 3.500" above the exhaust manifold, to… | ||
| scan0052 | Blueprint showing dimensional measurements for engine components, including an exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | 4.00", 3.750, 2.00", 3.500" | ||
| scan0053 | The introduction of a new experimental order numbering system. | ||
| View original record | To :- 1204 HPS/CEP.1/EP.26.11.37 Commencing Saturday mid-day, Nov.27th, a new system of Experimental order numbers is to be introduced. 54000 series order numbers will become redundant, and 52000… | ||
| scan0054 | Brief letter to Capt. A.W. Phillips regarding the performance of a car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm4/R. November 27th 1937. Capt. A.W. Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W. 1. Dear Capt. Phillips, Thank you for your letter of November 23rd. I am glad the car did its stuff.… | ||
| scan0055 | Announcing the revision of departmental numbers, changing the Experimental Dept. number from 52 to 470. | ||
| View original record | TO:- GRY. 1204 HPS/CEP.7/EP.29.11.37 DEPARTMENTAL NUMBERS. Commencing to-day, Nov.29th, the present numbers of all departments have been revised, the new number applicable to the Experimental Dept. is… | ||
| scan0056 | The subject of electrical welding, discussing its reliability, defects, and application to specific components like axles and frames. | ||
| View original record | HPS. E. RHC. C. Rm. 1204 BY.11/G.8.12.37. GRY Ford Axles? ELECTRICAL WELDING. Referring to HPS.1/VS.25.11.37. we are of the opinion that butt welding where it can be applied is the most reliable form… | ||
| scan0057 | Chassis output schedules for the week-ending January 1st, 1938. | ||
| View original record | TO Rm. 1204? Chassis Production Control Office. RHC/RMN.11/IB.10.12.37. CHASSIS OUTPUT SCHEDULES. The Scheduled Output for week-ending January 1st.,1938., is to be as follows;- 25/30.HP.Chassis. 6… | ||
| scan0058 | Instructions on the method of duplication using a Fordigraph machine. | ||
| View original record | Rm Miss REECE Hs/Ryc.1/T14.12.37. 1204 DUPLICATION BY FORDIGRAPH In order to get the best results with this method of duplication, the following notes are given in amplification of Hs/Ryc.1/T22.11.37.… | ||
| scan0059 | Instructions for using the Fordigraph duplication method. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Ryc.1/T14.12.37. DUPLICATION BY FORDGRAPH In order to get the best results with this method of duplication, the following notes are given in amplification of Hs/Ryc.1/T22.11.37. Requisitions should… | ||
| scan0060 | Erratum correcting a Piece Number in a previous memorandum. | ||
| View original record | Rm. cHs. cBY. cRHC. cHPS. cHl. cRm/Swdl. 1204 ? ERRATUM: Hs/JWW.3/HM. 13. 12. 37. Rm (handwritten) Further to our memo Hs/JWW.16/HM. 6. 12. 37., please note that the Piece No. mentioned in paragraph… | ||
| scan0061 | Requesting an Experimental Phantom III car and driver for Sir Thomas Inskip's visit to the Works. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1204 Hs.7/KW.18.12.37. Sir Thomas Inskip is coming to the Works on Tuesday, December 21st, and we have been requested to send a car to Lord Dudley's place - Himley Hall, Worcs. - to fetch him,… | ||
| scan0062 | Clarifying the procedure for different types of millwrights' requisitions. | ||
| View original record | Bm all testers T204 To all Officials, Superintendents and Foremen. Hy.1/T30.12.37. MILLWRIGHTS' REQUISITIONS. The following notes are intended to make rather clearer the procedure with regard to… | ||
| scan0063 | Typed note from 'Sg' regarding sending a book on the County of Derbyshire to trade friends. | ||
| View original record | From Sg. During the year I saw a book which had been prepared, illustrating the County of Derbyshire. It struck me as being a fine production and I selected it to send out as a Christmas card, to… | ||
| scan0064 | Thank you note for a book illustrating the County of Derbyshire. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. 1204 Rm3/R.3.1.38. Thank you for the book illustrating the County of Derbyshire. I think some of the photographs are remarkably good. Rm. | ||
| scan0065 | Circulating a 1930 Board resolution about company officials participating in record-making competitions. | ||
| View original record | 1204. TO: Rm. D3/DL5.1.38. Sg requests that the following be circulated :- "The Board at a meeting of the Directors on July 7th 1930 passed the following resolution: 'It was resolved that no official… | ||
| scan0066 | Outlining the procedure for charging employees for private telephone calls. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 All testers D1/DL5.1.38. bff. emo APM H.H WADe SA ASA Swell @ GH Meeths. Gaye Hho. Sg writes as follows :- "Should anyone wish to use the telephone for private purposes, before asking for… | ||
| scan0067 | Circular memo regarding the timing of trunk calls between London and Derby. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left: S.c.Ltd] [Handwritten top centre: 1204] [Handwritten top right: 6.Y.P. AHM RHC and multiple signatures] [Handwritten: All testers] TO: Rm. D2/DL5. 1.38. Sg requests that the… | ||
| scan0068 | Loan of a Phantom III car (3-CP-10) for a press article, detailing its recurring dynamo faults and a drive shaft vibration. | ||
| View original record | 1204. S/W. Rm. o. to Bkl Cx3/KW11.1.38. We are thinking of asking one or two prominent Press people to take a run out in the Phantom III in order to get a new write-up, and one of those we propose to… | ||
| scan0069 | Post Office telegram sent from Davosdorf to Derby. | ||
| View original record | Charges to pay s. d. 1204 RECEIVED 5.37 m POST OFFICE TELEGRAM No. OFFICE STAMP 0251 DERBY 10JAN38 To From Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 29 time date 329 C… | ||
| scan0070 | Requesting to inspect a Phantom III vehicle before it is used by the press. | ||
| View original record | 1204, W/S. Cx. from Rm. c. Bkl. Rm10/R.12.1.38. Replying to Cx3/KW.11.1.38., I should like to have the opportunity of going over the P.III before it is used by the Press Representatives. We can tackle… | ||
| scan0071 | Request for an employee to receive private mileage payment for using their own car for business purposes. | ||
| View original record | 120H Hs. from Rm. Rm9/R.12.1.38. Use of Private Car on Rolls-Royce Business. Leslie is doing an awful lot of work contacting outside suppliers in an endeavour to get cost reduction. We have not… | ||
| scan0072 | Telegram from Robotham instructing the Experimental Department to leave a car at the station for the nine o'clock train. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED No. 21 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY STATION 20 JAN 38 1204 By 2424 Prefix. PM 4 m 47 Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. From TS… | ||
| scan0073 | Customs carnet and authority forms sent to Browns Hotel for signature. | ||
| View original record | PER BAG To Hn. from Rm/IMW. 1204 Rm/IMW.2/AP.21.1.38 We sent a customs carnet and two authority forms to Hs. at Browns Hotel for his signature, with the arrangement that he should deliver these to… | ||
| scan0074 | Satirical explanation of the origin and purpose of the Aeronautical Inspection Directorate (A.I.D.). | ||
| View original record | THE A. I. D. we have just had to speak quite sharply to one of our foremen. We overheard him remarking that he did not quite see the point of the A.I.D. We did not dismiss the man. After all, he can… | ||
| scan0075 | Satirical commentary on the perceived bureaucracy of the Aeronautical Inspection Directorate (A.I.D.). | ||
| View original record | Because of all this fuss in the newspapers and all this working day and night, you, in your simplicity, thought the Air Ministry wanted aeroplanes, and wanted them quickly. Which just shows how out of… | ||
| scan0076 | Appeal for a fairer attitude towards the A.I.D. Inspector, including a satirical hymn on the subject. | ||
| View original record | We would therefore make a public appeal for a fairer and kindlier attitude towards the A.I.D.Inspector. If, like our foreman, you don't understand exactly what the Inspector's doing, remember that… | ||
| scan0077 | Short, typed poem about the Aeronautical Inspection Directorate (A.I.D.). | ||
| View original record | Imagine for a moment, Our pride and our delight When one day he will tell us That something's quite all right, So charge your brimming glasses, And drink a toast with me, We give you (we don't want… | ||
| scan0078 | Short internal memo arranging Mr. Hailton's visit to the Works. | ||
| View original record | Mr Rees. S/W. Wd. o. to Rg. c. to Rm. 1204 Lp2/IH.21.1.38. With reference to Mr. Hailton's proposed visit to the Works next week, will you please see that he has an opportunity of talking to Rg. and… | ||
| scan0079 | Issues with tracking experimental parts from outside suppliers due to missing order numbers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Testers concerned please note To Rm. from HPS/CEP. AFW H.H SWRA STP LDS MHS EXPERIMENTAL PARTS FROM OUTSIDE SUPPLIERS. We are constantly being criticised and put to a lot of trouble in order to… | ||
| scan0080 | Log sheet detailing parts received, including a carburetter and rubber tubing, with the responsible persons noted. | ||
| View original record | -2- Name of person responsible. Date received. Description. Lr/G.H.Farmer, 17.1.38. 1-D.6494 Carburetter on loan ex The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd. Lr/WRC. 13.1.38. 30ft Rubber tubing e/16" bore ex W &… | ||
| scan0081 | Correspondence to B. Mittell of Electric & Musical Industries Ltd. regarding a publication and vehicle accessories. | ||
| View original record | P. ? 1204 Rm/Gry.9/MH. 26th. January 1938. B.Mittell, Esq., Electric & Musical Industries Ltd., Hayes, MIDDSX. Dear Mittell, Many thanks for sending me a further number of that libellous paper. If you… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine regarding a new service providing road test reports and reprints. | ||
| View original record | GRY - Might be useful. We should keep this up to date Rm The Motor 1204 PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.I TELEPHONES… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine outlining new content initiatives like detailed road tests and technical reviews. | ||
| View original record | 1204? The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS PRESSIMUS… | ||
| scan0084 | Page two of a letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' offering access to technical information and drawings. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR"—continued. -2- 3. Information. In our files and collections of photographs and drawings we have an encyclopaedia of technical information which we believe may well be useful to draughtsmen… | ||
| scan0085 | The procedure for charging employees for private telephone calls. | ||
| View original record | 1204. TO: Rm. D1/DL1.10.37. Sg writes as follows :- "Should anyone wish to use the telephone for private purposes, before asking for the number they require, they should inform our operator that it is… | ||
| scan0086 | The polarity testing of experimental and standard production coils. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.9/AP.1.10.37 The R.R. coil was made before the alteration was instructed. All experimental coils will be tested for polarity and marked accordingly, as soon as possible. We have tested a… | ||
| scan0087 | Requesting that trunk calls between London and Derby be confined to a special daily reservation from 3 p.m. | ||
| View original record | 1202 TO: Rm. D2/DL1.10.37. Sg requests that the following be circulated: "Please bear in mind that trunk calls between London and Derby should, whenever possible, be confined to the special… | ||
| scan0088 | Arranging press runs for the Phantom III model with 'Autocar' and 'The Motor' magazines. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] F. DODD. [Handwritten] See me Rm S/W. Rm ~~cc~~ to D.H. Press Runs on Phantom III Replying to RmIO/R12.1.38, we are arranging for the "Autocar" representative to have a car out at the… | ||
| scan0089 | Notifying all departments of the new address for Rotol Airscrews Limited. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm To all Departments. D1/DL2.2.38. Please note the address of Rotol Airscrews Limited is now : Cheltenham Road, Gloucester. D. | ||
| scan0090 | Letter thanking L. Pomeroy of 'The Motor' for sending copies of the Motor Road Test and 'Light Metal'. | ||
| View original record | 1204? Rml/R. 4th February, 1938. L. Pomeroy, Esq., Technical Editor, "The Motor", 5-17, Rosebery Avenue, E.C.1. Dear Mr. Pomeroy, Thank you for your letter of the 31st January, together with copies of… | ||
| scan0091 | Follow-up memo requesting a reply regarding Press Runs on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. C. to DH. Press Runs on Phantom III. Cx1/KW9.2.38. I cannot trace any reply from you to my memo of 31st January on the above subject. As time is getting short will you please let me have your… | ||
| scan0092 | Arrangements for press runs of a Phantom III car with 'Autocar' and 'The Motor' magazines. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S/W. Rm. c. to DH. Press Runs on Phantom III. Replying to Rm10/R12.1.38, we are arranging for the "Autocar" representative to have a car out at the week-end a fortnight hence,18,19th and 20th… | ||
| scan0093 | Invitation to a luncheon for newly appointed Director, Mr. Harold Peake, during his visit to the Works. | ||
| View original record | Hy. Rg. E. Ir. Wd. Sft. By. Rm. RHC. c. to Ky. 12 04 Hs.5/KW.14.2.38. Mr. Harold Peake, who was recently appointed a Director of the Company, is visiting the Works on Thursday of this week. Will you… | ||
| scan0094 | Loan of a 25 HP car for the Lord Mayor's use and inquiring about its seating capacity. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. ✓ [Handwritten]: 12 04 [Handwritten]: Have promised 35-C7 [Signature]: Am Hs/HAW.2/C.15.2.38. I understand you are providing a 25 h.p. car for the use of the Lord Mayor on the 24th inst. when… | ||
| scan0095 | From Rm. to Hs. proposing a tour of the Works, Foundries, and Hucknall for Major Revelle-Smith. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. 1204 Rm.1/AP.24.2.38 Major Revelle-Smith, who was for a long time stationed locally, is now home on leave and would very much like to see what we are doing. He would particularly like… | ||
| scan0096 | The development and applications of Spun Glass for heating, sound deadening, and silencers. | ||
| View original record | F. DODD 1204 To: E. c. By. c. Rm. ROY.1/B.25.2.38. Chance Brothers & Co. Ltd., Firhill, Glasgow, are developing the manufacture of Spun Glass for Heating Installations, Sound Deadening, etc. E. will… | ||
| scan0097 | Thank you memo regarding the visit of the Lord Mayor of London to Derby. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten, crossed out: H/S] To Cx. c. to Hm/Gry. [Handwritten: 1204] Hs/HAW.4/C.26.2.38. Re the visit of the Lord Mayor of London to Derby. --------------------------------- [Large signature… | ||
| scan0098 | Wage and bonus payment for an employee who forgot to clock out. | ||
| View original record | To G/M1. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.4/MH.26.2.38. 1204. Will you please arrange for R.Bowen, Check No. X.2418, to receive wages and bonus from 4.0 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. for Monday, the 14th,Feb., as he was working… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter from Electric & Musical Industries Limited regarding the ordering of a Consumers Research bulletin on automobiles. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRIC & MUSICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED TELEPHONE: SOUTHALL 2468. BLYTH ROAD, HAYES, MIDDLESEX. TELEGRAMS: EMU,HAYES,MDX. 1st March 1938 S. H. Grylls, Esq., Rolls-Royce Limited, DERBY. Dear Grylls, Here… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine regarding February road tests and an upcoming technical review on frame design. | ||
| View original record | 1204. THE MOTOR PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. M.51.MG LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter from the Technical Editor discussing an upcoming review of V-type engines and the Auto Union racing car, and asking for topic suggestions. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR" --continued. -2- There will be a further Technical Review published at the end of the month, March 29. This will deal with V-type engines; their development and statistical world position… | ||
| scan0102 | The excessive use and cost of the daily telephone call between London and Derby. | ||
| View original record | ALL TESTERS .1204 To all Departments: D4/DL3.3.38. Below is copy of Bs/JL28.2.38, which is circulated in accordance with Sg's instructions :- " Daily Telephone Call - Derby I am requested by Sg to… | ||
| scan0103 | Thank you letter to Mr. Pomeroy for providing road test reports. | ||
| View original record | 1204 March 5th.1938 Rm.7/AP. L. Pomeroy, Esq., Technical Editor, 5 to 17 Rosebery Ave., LONDON E.C.1. Dear Mr. Pomeroy, Many thanks for your letter enclosing the road test reports. We are finding… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter to B. Mittell of Electric & Musical Industries Ltd. regarding a loaned bulletin and the prospect of outsourcing work. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Gry.1/AP. March 8th.1938 B. Mittell Esq., Electric & Musical Industries Ltd., Blyth Road, Hayes, MIDDLESEX. Dear Mittell, See letter October 4th File 1204 Many thanks for loaning us the… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter to the Technical Editor of 'The Motor' magazine regarding V engines and carburetter manifolding systems. | ||
| View original record | c By/mtn 1204 Rm/Gry.11/MH. Mr.L.Pomeroy, Technical Editor, "The Motor", 5-17, Rosebery Avenue, LONDON, E.C.1. 8th. March 1938. Dear Sir, Mr. Bailey has handed on to the writer your letter of March… | ||
| scan0106 | A lunch invitation with representatives from British Airways and Briggs Bodies Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rg. E. Lr. Lp. By. Rm. RHC. 1204. Hs.19/KW.8.3.38. Three representatives of British Airways will be at the Works to-morrow; also Mr. Manning of Briggs Bodies Ltd. Will you please join us for lunch, at… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine regarding a review of V manifold systems. | ||
| View original record | 1204. The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS PRESSIMUS… | ||
| scan0108 | Millwright's requisition for work on safe doors and locks in the General Office. | ||
| View original record | RR156 (100P) (50960 (11-11-37) G.C.B. MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. O/N /A 55901 THIS REQUISITION TO BE USED ONLY FOR WORK WHICH DOES NOT COST MORE THAN THIRTY SHILLINGS. DATE 11-3-38 WORK REQUIRED 1204… | ||
| scan0109 | Millwright's requisition to mend a window blind in a conference room. | ||
| View original record | RR156 (100P) (50960 (11-11-37) B.C.B. MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. O/N /A 55902 DATE 16.3.38 THIS REQUISITION TO BE USED ONLY FOR WORK WHICH DOES NOT COST MORE THAN THIRTY SHILLINGS. WORK REQUIRED Mend… | ||
| scan0110 | Change in correspondence addressing for Mr. Walker of the Patent Department. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hy. EP. Sr. (Paris) Wn. BP. Es. (Sales) G. Roy. Tr. ( ) E. RHC. Db. ( ) Hd. Qgh. Br. Sft. Hl. K. Rg. Lp. Rolls-Royce School of Er. HPS. Instruction. Rm. Mx. ✓ Wd. LA. Mr. Ward. Dor.… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter to B. Mittell of Electric & Musical Industries Ltd. regarding work in the Tool Room. | ||
| View original record | 1204~ March 15th.1938 Rm/Gry.1/AP. B. Mittell Esq., Electric & Musical Industries Ltd., Blyth Road, Hayes, MIDDLESEX. Dear Mittell, Further to my letter of the other day, I have had a few words with… | ||
| scan0112 | Procedure for handling secret documents concerning future chassis production. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Miss Reece Please note Rm SECRET. S/W. RHC/E.Moore c. to BY. c. " Rm. c. " Crys c. " LA. c. " Mx Chassis Output. Cx8/KW15.3.38. I have received a copy of RHC/EM4/MJ14.3.38 with enclosure… | ||
| scan0113 | The order of 100 yellow quarto files. | ||
| View original record | Roy/EAB. 1204 Rml/R.16.3.38. Will you please order for this Department 100 quarto files - colour yellow. Rm. | ||
| scan0114 | Outlining the procedure for charging private telephone calls. | ||
| View original record | Miss Reece Reply yes - circulate to testers Rm TO: Rm. D1/DL28.3.38. 1204. Sg writes as follows : "Should anyone wish to use the telephone for private purposes, before asking for the number they… | ||
| scan0115 | Refill for a notebook. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Roy/EAB. Rm.15/JH.29.3.38. Will you please order - 1 Refill for Twinlock College Note Book No.5187 - lined paper. Size 10½ x 8. Rm. | ||
| scan0116 | Brief internal memorandum confirming the understanding of a previously circulated memo. | ||
| View original record | 1204. D. from Rm. Rm1/R.30.3.38. D1/DL28.3.38. The information circulated in your memo above is understood in this Department. Rm. | ||
| scan0117 | Request to create an approximate scale drawing from an accompanying sketch. | ||
| View original record | To By/Ald. from Rm/FWK. c. to By. 1204 Rm/FWK.12/JH.1.4.38. Will you please make an approximate scale drawing of the accompanying sketch - half as large again. Rm/FWK. | ||
| scan0118 | Telegram to the Experimental Department in Derby with an instruction to leave a car at the station for Rowbotham. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED Handwritten top right: 1204 231 No. OFFICE STAMP: DERBY -4 APR 28 4.17 PM Handwritten on stamp: Dy 26/4 Handwritten left: PM 4 12 Prefix. 55 Time… | ||
| scan0119 | Reminding staff that correspondence about non-production chassis must be marked 'Secret'. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Miss Reece & Typists SH. esp This is important TO: Rm. D18/DL4.4.38. Rm Sg requests that the following be circulated : "This is to remind all concerned that any chassis which are not in… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to the Institution of Automobile Engineers enclosing a corrected transcript of remarks on a paper. | ||
| View original record | 1204+ RmD/R. 5th April, 1938. B.G. Robbins, Esq., Secretary, The Institution of Automobile Engineers, 12, Hobart Place, LONDON. S.W.1. Dear Sir, I enclose herewith corrected transcript of my remarks… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter from the Institution of Automobile Engineers requesting a review of a discussion transcript. | ||
| View original record | The Institution of Automobile Engineers. TELEPHONE, SLOANE {2191. {2192. TELEGRAMS, “AUTINST, SOWEST, LONDON.” Our Ref DW Your Ref 12, Hobart Place, London, S.W.1. Thursday, 31st March 1938. W. A.… | ||
| scan0122 | To Mr. Robotham with questions following a presentation by Mr. Taub on carburation and engine design. | ||
| View original record | 14.3.38. Mr. Robotham. I have seldom listened to a paper which has conveyed information in such a compact form. I think perhaps we are likely to feel resentful that Mr. Taub has been able to come over… | ||
| scan0123 | Engine design, including overhead valves, combustion chambers, streamlining, and dual induction. | ||
| View original record | -2- 14.3.1938. engine gives very much better results to-day than the side valve engine ? When I was in America last year I tried to find out what advantages this overhead engine had, but from the… | ||
| scan0124 | The challenges of designing Duplex Induction Systems for optimal performance at both high and low speeds. | ||
| View original record | -3- very well at high speeds, it requires a very large induction pipe to do this. There are several ways of producing Duplex Induction Systems, and I should like to know whether Mr. Taub has any… | ||
| scan0125 | Announcing the resignation of Mr. Kindersley from the Board due to a conflict of interest. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To all departments. D3/DL9.4.38. Sg writes as follows :- "Would you please note that owing to the interests of his Company conflicting with those of Rolls-Royce Mr.Kindersley has resigned his… | ||
| scan0126 | Service complaint about a hole in a Kestrel engine's water jacket. | ||
| View original record | To E.P. from Rm/AFM. γ 1204 Rm/AFM.3/MH.20.4.38. SERVICE COMPLAINT - KESTREL. I was down at Stapleford Abbot aerodrome (near North Weald) on Good Friday and was shown a Kestrel (either 1B or X… | ||
| scan0127 | Addressed to all testers regarding a circular about giving opinions on second-hand cars. | ||
| View original record | Br Rm. RHC. Hd. 12-64. Hs.25/KW.21.4.38. ALL TESTERS. PLEASE NOTE Rm Attached is copy of a memo. from C., which has been circulated to all members of the London Staff, re giving an opinion on… | ||
| scan0128 | To officials about the policy for giving opinions on secondhand cars following a customer complaint. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. C5/C.12.4.38. We have recently had a case where a customer asked an Inspecting Engineer to give her his opinion as to the condition of a secondhand car that she was thinking of purchasing.… | ||
| scan0129 | Telegram received by telephone regarding an arrangement to meet a train. | ||
| View original record | 1204 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 2.45 Date: 21-4-38 To: Roycar By: DB from: St. Pancras 2.23 8Wds Message Body: Exp. Derby meet four fortythree FROM: Robotham… | ||
| scan0130 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 1204 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 2.42. Date: 21.4.38 To: Roycar By: DB from: St Pancras 2.23 8Wcks Exp. meet four fortythree Derby FROM: Robotham RECEIVED M.D. 21… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine listing road tests and technical reviews published in March 1938. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 1204 PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. M.51.MG LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' regarding the Mercedes-Benz 1938 formula racing car and a Wolseley 25 reprint. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR"—continued. -2- Since the Review was published has come the news that the 1938 formula Mercedes-Benz racing car is fitted with a supercharged 12-cylinder Vee-type engine. This confirms the… | ||
| scan0133 | Paper on automobile manufacturing costs, comparing with American cars and considering the impact of a rationalised programme. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. from Rm. By. RHC. Rm1/R.22.4.38. The attached paper is interesting. It will be noted that on page 4 the direct labour figure on manufacturing an American car is given as being only 15% of the… | ||
| scan0134 | Listing completed but unfitted engineering schemes for Bentley II and Phantom III models, requesting instructions. | ||
| View original record | FJH AFM 1204 To Rm/Gry. from HPS/WSC. SD HPS/WSC.16/BA.3.5.38. We give herewith a list of schemes of jobs completed and not fitted. Will you please let us have your instructions as to where we are to… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine discussing recent features and a list of road-tested cars. | ||
| View original record | The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. M.51.MG LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS PRESSIMUS… | ||
| scan0136 | Letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' magazine outlining upcoming articles and road tests. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR" --continued. -2- We have thus had one Anglo-German, three trans-Atlantic and four English cars to report on during this month, and their performances form the subject of some interesting… | ||
| scan0137 | Timing and availability of a chassis for sketching illustrations for the 25/30 HP Catalogue. | ||
| View original record | 1264 W/S - Bkl. - from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.16 JH.4.5.38. re 25/30 H.P. Catalogue. With reference to Mr. Clark's visit to the works. It will be 3 weeks before we have a complete chassis for him to sketch,… | ||
| scan0138 | Outlining the procedure for correspondence with outside firms, including signing authority. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Gry. Rm/FD. Rm/AFM. Rm/Wym. Rm/NRC. Rm/JBD. Rm/Std. Rm/Mths. Rm/Swdl. Rm/CTS. Rm/RC. Rm/GR. Rm/IMH. Rm/Cr. Rm/FJH. Rm6/R.6.5.38. Correspondence with Outside Firms. All correspondence to… | ||
| scan0139 | From Rm. to HPS regarding the circulation of information and disagreement with recommendations. | ||
| View original record | 1204 HPS. from Rm. Rm4/R.6.5.38. We note that one of your people HPS/LK. is circulating technical matter but that a copy of this does not appear to be sent to me. We should be glad if this could be… | ||
| scan0140 | Secret memo regarding illustrations for the 25/30 catalogue, comparing chassis details with the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. W/S - Bk1. 1204 Rm/FD.5/JH.7.5.38. re 25/30 Catalogue. I see from the catalogue of the 25/30 which you kindly sent me, that we show more of the chassis details, than in the Phantom III… | ||
| scan0141 | Short letter requesting information on a planned visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.7.5.38. Please let the writer know which day you intend visiting Derby, so that arrangements can be made accordingly. Rm/FD.. | ||
| scan0142 | Typed memo from 'Rm.' to 'HPS.' clarifying the context of a previous memo, mentioning a new type of oil being tested. | ||
| View original record | 1204 HPS. from Rm. Rm3/R.10.5.38. Replying to HPS1/VS.9.5.38., the memo to which I was referring was HPS/LK.1/VS30.4.38. which was originally addressed to By, By/NS and yourself. It is very difficult… | ||
| scan0143 | HPS to Rm regarding unrecorded correspondence and procedures for technical matters. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. HPS.1/VS.9.5.38. Referring to your Rm.4/R.6.5.38., we have been through our files but can find no record of any correspondence on technical matters having been circulated by L. King… | ||
| scan0144 | Arranging a car pickup from the Midland Hotel regarding the 25/30 Catalogue. | ||
| View original record | 120H W/S - Bk1. Rm/FD.10/JH.23.5.38. re 25/30 Catalogue. Thanks for memo. Bk1.3/20.5.38. We will arrange for a car to pick you up at the Midland Hotel on Friday the 27th. at 11 o'clock. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0145 | Cover note forwarding a letter from John Marston Ltd that was inadvertently sent to the wrong person. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/Hucknall. To Dor. from Rm/Syd. Rm/Std.4/MH.26.5.38. from John Marston Ltd The enclosed letter has been inadvertently sent to the writer, and we are therefore forwarding it to you. Rm/Std. | ||
| scan0146 | Announcing the appointment of Mr. I.A. Leslie to the post of Technical Cost Engineer and outlining his responsibilities. | ||
| View original record | Hy. Hd. Roy. Roy. HHC. Hl. G. LA. G/Rb. Roy/Ms. Ds. D/BP. Mx. CAN. Roy/Les. 1204 Hs.17/KW.1.6.38. ALL TESTERS It has been arranged that Mr. I.A. Leslie (Roy/Les) is given the post of Technical Cost… | ||
| scan0147 | Enquiry to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. about sourcing a high-power universal joint for an aero application. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry.o/MH. Mr.J.A.Daniell, Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd., Witton, BIRMINGHAM. Experimental Dept. 1st. June 1938. Dear Mr. Daniell, Our Aero people want to find a universal joint which will… | ||
| scan0148 | Brief notes on engine component materials, finishes, and design to reduce wear and improve performance. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Automotive Industries of Apl. 23rd Page 572 et seq. Brief notes on some "High Sights" Valves & guides Extremely fine finish of valve stems & guides result in greatly reduced wear. The smaller… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter from Mr. W.A. Robotham declining an invitation to the opening of new Works and Offices. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm11/R. 8th June, 1938. Messrs. Armstrong's Patents Co.,Ltd., Beverley, YORKS. Mr. W.A. Robotham regrets that he is unable to accept the invitation of the Board of Directors of Armstrong's… | ||
| scan0150 | Requesting the disposal of two large rolls of drawings due to the re-decoration of the Chassis Conference Room. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Da/Ev. from Rm. Rm5/R.14.6.38. We are having the Chassis Conference Room re-decorated, and wish to dispose of the two large rolls of drawings which are at the present moment being stored there.… | ||
| scan0151 | Request to add F. Kennington, Check No. 2401, to the driving list for Experimental testers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To D. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.2/MH.17.6.38. Will you please enter F.Kennington, Check No.2401 on the driving list of the Exptl. testers. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0152 | Need to remove a Wraith engine from its frame to allow for the completion of a chassis drawing. | ||
| View original record | 804 S/W Rm/PD...from Bkl. Bkl.19/17.6.38 I understand from Mr. Clark that you will let me know when you have a Wraith engine out of the frame so that he can complete the lower part of his drawing. I… | ||
| scan0153 | Distributing rules on safeguarding information for the Aero and Chassis divisions. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Da. from By. c. to Rm. Mx. c. to Rm/Gys. Rm/NRC. c. to Rm/Swdl. Rm/Std. c. to Rm/RC. Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/AFM. Rm/FD. c. to Rm/CTS. Rm/Mth. c. to Rm/JBD. Rm/IMW. c. to Da/Ev. Da/Hdy. c. to Da/Jnr.… | ||
| scan0154 | Organising a works visit for the wives and fiancées of Experimental Department employees. | ||
| View original record | W Dee CTS - Will you enquire of Bed people and have them fill in & return this note, no later than 12am Tuesday 28th to me. Pm / SWDC To E.Swindell for Chassis Unit beds and Rm's Office staff. 1204… | ||
| scan0155 | Returning a chassis drawing with feedback on the radiator cap height and missing step irons. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S - BKL. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.19/JH.29.6.38. We are returning the chassis drawing today, apart from the fact that no step irons are shown and that the radiator or cap would look better set lower… | ||
| scan0156 | Despatch of a cardboard drawing to Conduit St. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.20/JH.29.6.38. We are sending into the stores today one cardboard drawing, will you please have this despatched to BKL. at Conduit St., by passenger train. O/N.52439.… | ||
| scan0157 | To payroll requesting an advance holiday and thrift payment for an employee attending Army training camp. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Mr.Marshall (Pay Roll). Rm/Swdl.4/MH.29.6.38. F.Potts, X.2543, is due for Army training camp on July 9th., will you therefore bring forward the works holiday payment and thrift to be payable… | ||
| scan0158 | Correcting the time of a lunch with the Directors. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1205 Hs.6/KW.29.6.38. Further to Hs.12/KW.24.6.38, will you please note that the lunch to-morrow with the Directors will be at 12.45 p.m., not 1 p.m. as stated. Hs. | ||
| scan0159 | Internal memorandum regarding the cessation of free meals in the canteen without an authorised ticket. | ||
| View original record | Mr.Robotham 1204 June. 1938. It has been decided that no free meals will be supplied by the Canteen to members of the staff or visitors unless a ticket signed by the head of a department, authorising… | ||
| scan0160 | Inviting colleagues to a luncheon with Park-Wards representatives. | ||
| View original record | By. Rm RHC. De. Mx. Lt. Rm/Gry. Hs/LS. c. to Ky. 120F Hs.16/KW.1.7.38. Rm Park-Wards representatives will be at the Works on Tuesday next, July 5th. Will you please join us for lunch, at 1 p.m. in the… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine summarising technical reviews and road tests from recent issues. | ||
| View original record | The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. M.51.MG LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1. TELEPHONE TERMINUS… | ||
| scan0162 | Page 2 of a letter from the Technical Editor discussing upcoming articles for 'THE MOTOR' magazine. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR" --continued. -2- In addition an article has appeared dealing with my general experiences of the 2-litre M.G. over a period of 20,000 miles. THE MOTOR for July will have the announcements… | ||
| scan0163 | To Pay Roll requesting an advance on holiday pay for three employees. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Mr.Marshall. Pay Roll. Rm/Swdl.8/MH.5.7.38. Will you please advance the monies due to the following people who commence their holidays a week early, that is, the 16th. July, these to be… | ||
| scan0164 | Telegram to Robotham at the Derby office regarding travel arrangements and arrival times. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM 1204 No. 3 OFFICE STAMP: MIDLAND ROAD B.O. DERBY * 1 JY 38 Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. m 1.56 a m From… | ||
| scan0165 | Feedback note on car performance, written on R.M.S Queen Mary stationery. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Cunard White Star R.M.S "Queen Mary" Dear Ron, Many thanks for use of car, had a very enjoyable weekend. Steering is very good over dirt, very good on road. Still misfires at low speeds. Car… | ||
| scan0166 | Tool kit inspection and a request to borrow a car for the weekend. | ||
| View original record | Packard so you can see your inspection of the Tool Kit was unnecessary. If not too much trouble, would like a car for next Saturday & Sunday. if it should be same as other registration will you please… | ||
| scan0167 | Arranging a meeting with Park-Ward representatives. | ||
| View original record | BY. Rm. RHC. EV. 1204. Hs.7/KW.4.7.36. There will be a meeting with the Park-Ward representatives in my office, at 11.15 a.m. to-morrow, July 5th. Hs. | ||
| scan0168 | Visit from the directors of Perkins Diesels. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Wd.7/RS.5.7.38. To Hs. from Wd. c. to Rg. c. to Rm. c. to Hs/KW. VISIT OF DIRECTORS OF MESSRS. PERKINS DIESELS. Messrs. F.H. Perkins, C.W. Chapman, and Capt. A.J.M. Richardson, all directors of… | ||
| scan0169 | Agreeing to experiment with oil-resisting paint on the chassis crankcase, gearbox, and clutchpit. | ||
| View original record | 1204? RHO. Rm. C. Hs. BY.1/N.8.7.38. Oil Resisting Paint.. Referring, to your memo RHC/RWE.3/MC.1.7.38, I am in agreement with your proposals to experiment with an oil resisting paint to be used for… | ||
| scan0170 | Requesting that experimental engine test reports be sent to the engine design section in the future. | ||
| View original record | Miss Reece 1204 To Rm. c. Rm/Swdl. c. Da/McS. BY.10/N.13.7.38. Re: Experimental Engine Test Reports. ----------------------------------- When issuing experimental test reports relating to engine work,… | ||
| scan0171 | Telegram received by telephone from Paris regarding leaving a car at the station. | ||
| View original record | Printed: ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received. Date. To. By. from. FROM. THIS SHEET MUST BE FILED. Handwritten: 1204 C & W M.R. Wygons notified. (Broker not in) Expt Dept.… | ||
| scan0172 | Telegram received by telephone from Paris with instructions to leave a car at the station. | ||
| View original record | CYW 1245 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE Time Received: 2 20. Date: 14 7 38 To: Roycar Sby H.52 pm 12. By: DA from: Paris Leave car at station tonight FROM: Robotham. [Stamp]: M.D.… | ||
| scan0173 | Telegram from Paris to Derby with instructions to leave a car at the station. | ||
| View original record | Printed in England. (Dec., 1936). (225,000.) CABLE AND WIRELESS LIMITED. (Message Form 5/-157.) 1204 117 OFFICE OF ISSUE. LOMBARD HOUSE BIRMINGHAM 28 JU 38 Circuit. BCE Clerk's Name. 1.5PM Time… | ||
| scan0174 | Completion of drawings by a Mr. Clark for the 25/30 HP Catalogue. | ||
| View original record | 1204? S/W Rm/FD. Bkl.1/WT18.7.38 25/30 H.P. Catalogue We shall be glad if you will let us know if you are yet in a position to let Mr. Clark finish his drawings. Bkl. returns on Monday and we should… | ||
| scan0175 | Delay in obtaining an engine required for catalogue drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. Bkl/WT. Rm/FD1/R.21.7.38. re: 25/30 Catalogue. We regret that we are still unable to obtain the necessary engine for Mr. Clark to complete his drawings. We understand from our Mr. Archer… | ||
| scan0176 | Instructing that all correspondence for Mr. Maclure should be addressed to GMC. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To BY. & Rm. From RHC. c. to Hs. RHC.3/MJ.20.7.38. MR. MACLURE. Please note that any correspondence intended for Mr. Maclure should be addressed to GMC. Will you please instruct all concerned.… | ||
| scan0177 | Inviting a person with the initials 'Sg.' to lunch. | ||
| View original record | 1204 BY. Rm. MX. LA. Roy/Les. c. to Ky. RHC. DA. RHC/McC. Hs.1/KW.22.7.38. Sg. is at the Works to-day. Will you please join us for lunch, at 1 p.m. in the Luncheon Room. Hs. | ||
| scan0178 | Delays with the 25-30 HP catalogue artwork and requesting an earlier completion date. | ||
| View original record | S/W To: Rm/FD. 1204 Bkl.2/MD25-7-38 Re: 25-30 H.P. Catalogue -------------------- With reference to my memo. 1. of the 27th June, I note on my return from holidays that the Artist, Clark, has not been… | ||
| scan0179 | Arranging for a person named Clark to visit the Works to finish sketches. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. To Bkl. from Rm. Rm.8/MH.28.7.38. With reference to Bkl.2/MD.25.7.38, if you will arrange for Clark to come to the Works on August 4th. we will try and arrange to let him finish off his… | ||
| scan0180 | Cover memo from Rm to Rm/Wym forwarding a copy of a memo written to Bkl. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.9/MH.28.7.38. [Handwritten annotation: Rm.8/MH 28-7-38] Attached is copy of memo I have written Bkl. Will you please deal with Clark. Rm. | ||
| scan0181 | Short internal memo regarding arrangements for Mr. Clark to work over the holidays. | ||
| View original record | S/W To: Rm. 600 1204 Bkl.6/MD.29738 Your memo No.8 of yesterday has reached me this morning. Unfortunately Clark has gone up on the off chance of being able to do some work over the holidays, and I… | ||
| scan0182 | Cancelling a night shift due to an Air Raid Precautions (A.R.P.) black-out exercise. | ||
| View original record | F WYMAN 1204. Rm. INFORM LABOURER WORKING NIGHTS Hs./Ryc.5/T3.8.38. Rm A.R.P. BLACK OUT. August 7th, 1938. --------------------------------- In view of the fact that there is to be a Black-Out from… | ||
| scan0183 | Page 2 of a letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' regarding upcoming articles on new car models and German racing cars. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR." —Continued -2- In the month of August there will, of course, be still more announcements of new models, including some of outstanding technical interest. There will also be an article… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club requesting the loan of a Bentley for the Tourist Trophy Race and R.A.C. Rally. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /5838/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter to Captain Phillips regarding the arrangement of a car for a race and holiday. | ||
| View original record | 1204? Rm.1/MH. 6th. August 1938. A.W.Phillips, Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Captain Phillips, Many thanks for your letter of 5th. August. I will immediately go into… | ||
| scan0186 | The potential loan of an experimental or trials car to the R.A.C. Competitions Manager. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. To C. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.6.8.38. Attached is letter from Capt. Phillips of the R.A.C., who is, of course, Competitions Manager. Last year you will remember that you were good enough to lend… | ||
| scan0187 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding a car for the Tourist Trophy race and the possibility of future road races. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /8838/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0188 | Car loan request from Capt. Phillips of the R.A.C. | ||
| View original record | 1204 S/W Rm...from C. C1/C9.8.38 Rm.6/MH6.8.38 With reference to the letter from Capt.Phillips of the R.A.C., I find that last year we lent him a car for 10 days. As you remark, we shall be short of… | ||
| scan0189 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club regarding the loan of a car for the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm3/R. 10th August, 1938. Capt. A.W. Phillips, Secretary, The Royal Automobile Club, LONDON. S.W.1. Dear Capt. Phillips, We have now gone into the position relative to the car which you wish to… | ||
| scan0190 | Short typed memo from 'Rm' to 'C' regarding an attached letter to Captain Phillips concerning his travel to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. C. from Rm. Rm4/R.10.8.38. Very many thanks for your C1/C9.8.38., attached is a copy of a letter I have written to Captain Phillips. You will note that I have asked him to get in touch with… | ||
| scan0191 | Arranging a works visit and a Wraith test drive for the Managing Director of Allied Motors in India. | ||
| View original record | W/S [struck through] from Hs/LS. Copy to Rm. 1204. F.DcDD Hs./LS.8/T11.8.38. In reply to Tr23/LM9.8.38, either the 24th or 25th would be convenient for the visit of Mr. Milnes. He should ask for Mr.… | ||
| scan0192 | Brief memo acknowledging a previous communication and noting that Capt. Phillips will be in touch. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm. 1264. C13/C11.8.38 Rm4/R10.8.38 --- Rm Thanks for your memo. and I note you have asked Capt.Phillips to communicate with me in due course. C. | ||
| scan0193 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club arranging the use of a Bentley car for the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /16838/AWP/KM RAC Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE LONDON.… | ||
| scan0194 | Requisition for a strong bench to support eight or nine batteries for experiments. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 158 (100P) (28.4.38) G.C.B. REQUISITION TO EQUIPMENT DEPARTMENT 1204. Date Issued: 25 8 38 REQ. No. B 9711 DEPT. No. 479 R.R. M/c No. --- ORDER No. 711 This Requisition is to be used for work… | ||
| scan0195 | Notice announcing the upcoming Welfare Gala and ticket sales for the Welfare Benevolent Fund. | ||
| View original record | 1204. WELFARE GALA To all Officials, Superintendents and Foremen: Hs1/KW25.8.38. The Welfare Gala will be held on the Sports Ground on Saturday September 3rd 1938. Tickets are now on sale. I should… | ||
| scan0196 | Instructions for handling experimental cars in the event of an Air Raid. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm/Wym. c. Hs. Rm4/R.29.8.38. A.R.P. In the event of an Air Raid, it is essential that all experimental cars which are in a running condition should be got out of the Factory.… | ||
| scan0197 | The reallocation of experimental cars as the development work on the Wraith model diminishes. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm/FD, from Rm. c. Rm/Wym. c. Rm/IMW. Rm2/R.29.8.38. GENERAL DEVELOPMENT WORK. Now that the development work on the Wraith is gradually diminishing it is necessary to alter the allocation of the… | ||
| scan0198 | Listing technical questions about automotive components for colleagues in America. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Hs/LS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.5/MH.29.8.38. INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM AMERICA. (1) What do Gleason's say about photo of our 1.5 hypoid gears. (2) Is it true one cannot have good taper rolled… | ||
| scan0199 | Proposal for a publicity paper featuring photographs of experimental apparatus to promote research work. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Gry. from Rm. Rm/FD. Rm/AFM. Rm/Swdl. Rm1/R.21.8.38. EXPERIMENTAL APPARATUS. We are proposing to indulge in some publicity to convince the Automobile Industry that the Company is still… | ||
| scan0200 | Announcing the closure of the works for the Rolls-Royce Gala Day. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204. All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hsl/BH.1.9.38. Re GALA DAY, SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd. In order to give everyone an opportunity of supporting the Rolls-Royce Gala Day, I wish it to be… | ||
| scan0201 | Cover memo forwarding a copy of a memo from Vickers about information requested from the States. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Hs/LS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.1.9.38. Herewith copy of memo we have had from Vickers about information he would like from the States. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0202 | List of questions and comments regarding iron foundry practices for cylinder blocks, referencing Buick and Oldsmobile methods. | ||
| View original record | Rm. RHC/Vs.1/JT.1.9..38. Iron Foundry. The following is a list of the information we would very much appreciate having from Buick's. U.S.A. They are gathered as a result of careful investigation of… | ||
| scan0203 | To staff regarding arrangements for the Gala Day and works closure. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204. All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hsl/BH.2.9.38. Re GALA DAY, SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd. With reference to memo' Hsl/BH.1.9.38, will you please substitute the following in place of… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine to Mr. Rowbotham discussing new photogravure features and technical reports published in August. | ||
| View original record | The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONE TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0205 | Continued report from 'THE MOTOR' listing various car models that have undergone road tests in August. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR." —Continued -2- Type 2 Alvis 12-70 August 30 The Morris Ten (M Series) " " In addition we have, of course, been continuing our road tests, these being:- The Austin Big Seven August 2 The… | ||
| scan0206 | Clarifying the correct order numbers for testing various Bentley engine units and cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/Ker. ~~Rm/Swdl.~~ ~~Rm/FB.~~ ~~Rm/CTS.~~ 1204. HPS/Ker.1/BA.2.9.38. Will you please instruct all concerned the order numbers for testing on,; Bentley 60 Engine Unit is 52469 and the, 8… | ||
| scan0207 | Requesting a works visit for Mercedes personnel, driver Dick Seaman and engineer Herr Uhlenhaut. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Hs. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.9.38. DONNINGTON GRAND PRIX ON OCTOBER 1st. I saw Dick Seaman last night and he is driving one of the Mercedes cars in the October Grand Prix. He said he would… | ||
| scan0208 | Requesting permission from the Air Ministry for a works visit by Herr Uhlenhaut and Dick Seaman. | ||
| View original record | wohd. J/W Rm/Gry. Hs.12/KW.6.9.38. 1204 Donington Grand Prix on October 1st. Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.9.38. We are applying to the Air Ministry for permission to allow Herr Uhlenhaut and Dick Seaman to visit the… | ||
| scan0209 | Announcing the retirement of Capt. Stewart Burt from the Sales staff. | ||
| View original record | 1204 S/W Rm. CL/C7.9.28 Will you please note that in connection with the re-organisation of Sales staff, Capt.Stewart Burt has retired from the service of the Company. C. | ||
| scan0210 | Requesting staff to keep a record of service failures on chassis parts for customers' cars. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AFM. Rm/TMW. Rm/NRC. Rm/FD. Rm/Std. Rm/JBD. Rm/Swdl. Rm/Wym. Rm/FJH. Rm/GR. Rm/RC. Rm/CTS. 1204 - Rm/Gry.8/MH.9.9.38. FAILURES OF PARTS ON CUSTOMERS' CARS. By. has asked that each person should… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter to R.J.B. Seaman arranging a visit to the works with Herr Uhlenhaut for the Donnington G.P. | ||
| View original record | 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/IMW.17/JH. 10th September, 1938. R.J.B. Seaman Esq., 2, Ennismore Gardens, LONDON.S.W.7. Dear Seaman, We have obtained the necessary Air Ministry permission to take… | ||
| scan0212 | Request to obtain permission for stocking up to 500 gallons of petrol in barrels at Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | 1204. D/L. Rm/FD.10/JH.14.9.38. re Shardlow Garage. With reference to our telephone conversation concerning the question of keeping a stock of petrol at Shardlow in barrels. Will you please obtain the… | ||
| scan0213 | Requesting passes for a visit to the Car Division for the Managing Directors of M.G's and Summers Steel. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs/KW. from Rm. Rm12/R.14.9.38. Mr. C. Kimber and Mr. N. Rollason would like to go round the Car Division of the Works on Friday, September 30th. Mr. Kimber is Managing Director of M.G's and Mr.… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter in French discussing the aerodynamics of streamlined car bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1204 c. By. Rm. Da. Da/Db. 15th. September 1938. Da/Ev.1/N. Monsieur M. J. Andreau, Cher Collègue, Société des Ingenieurs de L'Automobile, 3, Avenue de Friedland, Paris (8e). Monsieur Andreau, La… | ||
| scan0215 | French language letter discussing vehicle resistance calculations and the performance of the Eyston car. | ||
| View original record | 2. Si vous avez decrivé la systeme geometrique pour tirer les formes profilées en detail plus complète je voudrais bien savoir d'ou puis-je l'obtenir. Après avoir produit la forme est-il possible de… | ||
| scan0216 | The recording of all work carried out on a chassis bearing rig. | ||
| View original record | 107 1204 To HPS/CEP. c. to HPS/W.Bell. c. to HPS/PN. Rm/Swdl.17/JH.15.9.38. BEARING RIG (CHASSIS). Will you please record all work that is carried out on the above rig to the outside bearing order… | ||
| scan0217 | To Superintendents and Foremen regarding an agreement with Unions to extend overtime hours. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204 To all Superintendents and Foremen. Hs.1/BH.16.9.38. OVERTIME. With reference to Memo' Hs.15/KW.13.9.38, will you please note the first paragraph should read as follows:- "Some time ago the… | ||
| scan0218 | Request to obtain a second-hand Kestrel Supercharger for a portable rig engine. | ||
| View original record | 1204? To Lr/JSO. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.20.9.38. We should like to obtain a second-hand Kestrel Supercharger (in working condition) in order to adapt to our portable rig engine. The rig engine… | ||
| scan0219 | Instruction for an employee, R. Hart (Check No. 4194), to attend the Technical College on Fridays. | ||
| View original record | TO Rm. 1204 Hs/HAW.6/C.20.9.38. Miss Reece Paid out from C.E.P. for whom this man is working RM Rm Will you please instruct R.Hart Check No.4194 to attend the Technical College all day Fridays… | ||
| scan0220 | Brief typed memo requesting an attached form be completed and returned to Bkl. at Conduit Street. | ||
| View original record | 1204 E/Lia." "Gry Hs/Ryc./T22.9.38. Will you please have attached correctly filled in and return to Bkl. at Conduit Street. Hs/Ryc. | ||
| scan0221 | Statistics and chassis information being sent to 'Autocar' magazine for various models. | ||
| View original record | W/c - Bkl. c. to Hs/Ryc. Rm/NRC.14/JH.23.9.38. re Statistics for "Autocar". Herewith are two letters from "The Autocar" dated Sept. 19th. which reached us late yesterday afternoon, also the formes… | ||
| scan0222 | Comparison table of specifications for the Phantom III, 25/30, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Phantom III. 25/30 Bentley. Treasury rating. 50.7 29.4 29.4 Bore & Stroke. 82.5 x 114.3 88.9 x 114.3 88.9 x 114.3 Capacity. 7340 4257 4257 Cooling System. PF PF PF Position of valves & operation. 0 0… | ||
| scan0223 | Conditions for storing petrol at Shardlow Garage pending a license. | ||
| View original record | 1204? Rm ✓ e. to FD. D/AWS15/S.27.9.38. re: Shardlow Garage. --------------------- Referring to your memo Rm/FDn/JH.14.9.38. kindly note we are advised by the Castle Donington Rural District Council… | ||
| scan0224 | Outlining a proposal for a new system for filing extracts from periodicals. | ||
| View original record | Ra/Dry. Ra/SC. PD. CH. Hal. OR. SPR. JH. Ftd. Wys. Tsdl. Hlr. Cr. Roy/Les. 1204. Ra/PJH.3/SK.27.9.38. Filing of Extracts from periodicals. The filing of extracts from periodicals has been discontinued… | ||
| scan0225 | Index of technical report topics and their corresponding file numbers. | ||
| View original record | FILE No. TITLE. PAGES TO BE FILED. Sxy. 1 Other chassis. 2 Road test reports. 3 Lubrication. 4 Statistics. FB. 5 Accessories. 6 Coachwork. SKC. 7 Clutches. 8 Materials. AFB. 9 Brakes. 10 Suspension… | ||
| scan0226 | To all departments regarding the scheduling of trunk calls between London and Derby. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204. To all Departments. D1/DL3.10.38. Sg writes as follows :- "Will you please circulate the following :- Please bear in mind that trunk calls between London and Derby should, whenever possible,… | ||
| scan0227 | Outlining the procedure for charging employees for private telephone calls. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204. To all Departments D2/DL3.10.38. Sg writes as follows :- "Please circulate the following :- Should anyone wish to use the telephone for private purposes, before asking for the number they… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter from the Experimental Department to 'The Autocar' magazine requesting copies of past road tests. | ||
| View original record | 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/NRC.10/JH. 4th October, 1938. The EDITOR, "The Autocar", Dorset House, Stamford Street, LONDON.S.E.1. re "Road Tests". Dear Sirs, For some years past you have… | ||
| scan0229 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine listing new car models featured in recent issues. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONE TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' listing recent road tests and an invitation to an upcoming motor show. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR." —Continued -2- Turning now to road tests, these have been as follow:- September 6. 24 h.p. Daimler limousine. September 13. Vauxhall Twelve-Four saloon Alvis Speed Twenty-five. September… | ||
| scan0231 | Letter from 'The Autocar' magazine regarding the discontinuation of publishing a table of road tests. | ||
| View original record | 1204 fil WPE The Autocar The Leading Motoring Journal PROPRIETORS: ILIFFE & SONS LTD. Telegrams: AUTOCARS, SEDIST, LONDON AUTOPRESS, BIRMINGHAM AUTOCAR, COVENTRY ILIFFE, MANCHESTER ILIFFE, GLASGOW… | ||
| scan0232 | List of experimental apparatus. | ||
| View original record | 1204 . Filed 8.10.38. Rm/AFM.8/JH.23.9.38. EXPERIMENTAL APPARATUS. Bump rig. Brake torque rig. Chronograph. Vertical accelerometer. Weigh bridges. Spring rate measurement rig Vibrator. Servo rig for… | ||
| scan0233 | Suggesting various experimental apparatus to be photographed for a publicity programme. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Rm/FD.6/JH.8.10.38. EXPERIMENTAL APPARATUS. We suggest that the following exptl. apparatus should be photographed, in action, in connection with the Publicity Programme (1) The vibration rig.… | ||
| scan0234 | List of test bed apparatus suggested for use in publicity photographs. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Rm/CTS.4/JH.5.10.38. EXPERIMENTAL APPARATUS (TEST BED SECTION) With reference to memo. Rm.1/R.21.8.38. The following is a list of the test tackle which could be used for the purpose of… | ||
| scan0235 | Requesting a ruling on the interchangeability of big end and main bearings for the Wraith Shop Manual. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To RHC. from Rm/Cr. Rm/Cr.1/MH.11.10.38. WRAITH SHOP MANUAL. In compiling the Wraith Shop Manual the question has arisen with regard to big end and main bearings, as to whether or not they will… | ||
| scan0236 | List of department numbers categorized by Chassis, Aero, and Indirect departments. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204. Noted all Testers. To all Officials, Superintendents, and Foremen. Hs./Ryc.1/T.12.10.38. DEPARTMENT NUMBERS This list cancels all previous lists. Chassis Departments 100-199. 320, 330-336,… | ||
| scan0237 | List of factory department numbers with associated foremen and remarks on their function. | ||
| View original record | Dept.no. Department. Foreman or Chargehand. Remarks. Chassis 100 | General Chassis | RHC. | To be used for a charge to the whole of the Chassis Divisions. 101 | General Inspection | Cogswell 102 |… | ||
| scan0238 | List of factory departments, department numbers, and their respective foremen or chargehands. | ||
| View original record | -3- Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks. Fitting 140 General fitting T. Turner To be used for a general charge to No.1 Shop fitting. 142 Boys' Trimming Hodnett 143 Frames & Chassis… | ||
| scan0239 | List of departments with their respective numbers, foremen, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | -4- Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand. Remarks. Old Engine Erecting Shop. 172 Sheet Metal, Nash Tinsmiths etc. 173 Gear box quietening Turner Including washing and test. for gearboxes No.6… | ||
| scan0240 | List of factory departments with their corresponding numbers, foremen, chargehands, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | -5- Dept.No. Department Foremen or chargehand. Remarks. 301 Rough inspection in Mosby Includes Inspection of Bought out material and parts. Central Stores 320 Buffing and polishing Ramsden Including… | ||
| scan0241 | List of factory departments by number, with the foreman or chargehand responsible, and associated remarks. | ||
| View original record | -6- Dept.No. | Department | Foreman or Chargehand | Remarks. --- | --- | --- | --- Aero 200 | General aero | | To be used for a charge to the whole of the aero divisions. 201 | Inspection | Jones |… | ||
| scan0242 | List of workshop departments, their numbers, assigned foremen, and remarks on their function. | ||
| View original record | -7- Dept.No. | Department | Foreman or Chargehand | Remarks --- | --- | --- | --- Fitting in No.2 Shop, The Dump and Top Test. 240 | General fitting | Smithdale | To be used for a charge to the whole… | ||
| scan0243 | List of factory departments, their numbers, and the assigned foremen or chargehands. | ||
| View original record | -8- Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks Test Dept. 260 General test Wozencroft 261 Test Inspection Cox Storekeeping, washing etc. will book to Dept.262. 262 Test Beds ( Packham Test… | ||
| scan0244 | List of factory departments, their associated foremen, and operational remarks. | ||
| View original record | -9- Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand. Remarks. 310 Spring coiling Base Incl. Centreless grinding and cold sawing. 360 Forge Probert 370 Grinding shop general Bishop To be used for a general… | ||
| scan0245 | List of indirect departments with their corresponding numbers and foreman or chargehand names. | ||
| View original record | -10- Dept.No. Department. Foreman or Chargehand. Remarks. Indirect Departments 403 Sub-Contract Depts SFT/CH. 407 Aero Instruction School. Hinings 420 Hardening Pendlebury 430 Plating Aspley 444… | ||
| scan0246 | List of factory departments, their numbers, assigned foremen, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | -11- Dept.No. Department Foreman or Chargehand Remarks. Hy's Indirect Departments 402 Yard Labouring S.Bowers Includes Internal Transport 406 Transport Barkworth 410 Millwrights Peskett Incl. Boiler… | ||
| scan0247 | List of experimental departments with corresponding department numbers and supervisor initials. | ||
| View original record | -12- Dept.No. Department Supervisor. Experimental Departments 470 General in Experimental HPS 471 General machining HPS/WB 472 Miscellaneous Reqs; HPS/WB 473 Main engine beds Lr/ACL. 474 Single… | ||
| scan0248 | Directive classifying works entrances by number for transport requests. | ||
| View original record | BM 1204 To all Officials and Superintendents. Hs.7/KW.12.10.38. TRANSPORT.. In order to avoid confusion and to help the Transport Department, it has been decided to classify the Works Entrances as… | ||
| scan0249 | Acceptance of an invitation to a luncheon on behalf of Mr. Grylls. | ||
| View original record | W/S. 1204 13.10.38. ROLLS-ROYCE LUNCHEON. Mr. Grylls has pleasure in accepting the invitation to the Luncheon to be held at the Royal Palace Hotel, Kensington, on Wednesday, October 19th. | ||
| scan0250 | Acceptance note for a luncheon invitation from Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. 13.10.38. Mr. Robotham thanks Messrs. Rolls-Royce for the invitation to the Luncheon to be held at the Royal Palace Hotel, Kensington, on Wednesday October 19th, which he has pleasure in… | ||
| scan0251 | Forwarding an undated letter from Mr. Povl Knudsen of Denmark, requesting a direct reply. | ||
| View original record | s/w. Handwritten: Wd [strikethrough] Handwritten: Rm Handwritten: Liles [underlined] Handwritten: 1204 Handwritten: 11913 Tr2/D13.10.38. I attach an undated letter received from Mr. Povl Knudsen of… | ||
| scan0252 | Query from a Danish mechanic about the revolutions and horsepower of a 6-cylinder motor, number 2349, installed in a motorboat. | ||
| View original record | POVL KNUDSEN FÆRGEVEJ 98 TLF. FREDERIKSSUND 503 [STAMP: TR OCT 1938] Rolls-Royce Motor Factories Ltd. London - England. For a Motorboat - lenght 42 Feet - I have installed a Rolls-Royce Motor - 6 cyl… | ||
| scan0253 | Proposing a series of informal, instructive talks for apprentices and pupils. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. Hs.1/C.15.10.38. ------------ It is proposed to give a series of informal talks in which Superintendents of departments and others are invited to give a talk on the various aspects of… | ||
| scan0254 | Telegram from Paris requesting an experimental car be sent to meet a plane at Heston. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1204 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-30 Date: 17/10/38 To: Roycar Derby Eng. By: RS from: Paris 0855 13wds Experimental send car meet 2.40 plane Heston Today FROM:… | ||
| scan0255 | Telegram received by telephone requesting an experimental car be sent to meet a plane. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1204. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 10-30. Date 17/10/38. To Roycar Derby Eng. By RS. from Paris 0855 Bwds. Experimental send car Heston. meet 2-40 plane Today. FROM… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter providing power specifications for a 1913 model 40/50 HP 6-cylinder engine for installation in a motor boat. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Experimental Dept. Rm/Swdl.4/MH. 17th. October 1938. M.Poul Knudsen, Faergevej, Frederikssund, DENMARK. Dear Sir, We are in receipt of your letter regarding the installation on one of our… | ||
| scan0257 | Telegram from Paris requesting a car be sent to Heston to meet a plane. | ||
| View original record | Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED POST OFFICE TELEGRAM 1204 OFFICE STAMP DERBY 638 COMMERCIAL 042624 AM 10 05 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 10.8 From TS 12 42 C… | ||
| scan0258 | Cover memo for a copy of the I.A.E. proceedings containing Geoffrey Smith's paper. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. To Sg. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.5/MH.18.10.38. Herewith as promised by Rm., a copy of the proceedings of the I.A.E. containing Geoffrey Smith's paper. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0259 | Request to the R.A.C. for an up-to-date map of the German Autobahns. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm8/R. 18th October, 1938. A.W. Phillips, Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W.1. Dear Capt. Phillips, Would it be possible for the R.A.C. to obtain an up-to-date map of Germany… | ||
| scan0260 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club acknowledging a request for an up-to-date map of German Autobahns. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1 1204. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /201038/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0261 | Requesting permission for Experimental Dept. employees to leave early for a race at Donington, with a handwritten approval. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. 21.10.38. Several Experimental Dept. employees have requested permission to leave at 11.30 to-morrow, in order to go to Donington (the race starts at 12 noon). Will you please give a ruling ?… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club enclosing maps of the German Autobahns and Italian Autostrade. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1 Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /241038/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter thanking The Royal Automobile Club for providing maps for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm6/R. 25th October, 1938. Capt. A.W. Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W.L. Dear Capt. Phillips, Many thanks for your letter of October 24th. The maps are just what we want and… | ||
| scan0264 | Invitation from the Apprentices' Association to an informal talk on 'Pattern making in general'. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hs: C. to Sdt. R.C. E. Brand. [Strikethrough] Rm. [Circled] Hs/HAW.32/C.28.10.38. ROLLS-ROYCE APPRENTICES' ASSOCIATION. The first of the informal talks which are to be given through the winter… | ||
| scan0265 | Invitation to lunch with the Directors at the Works. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1304. Hs.10/KW.29.10.38. [Signature] The Directors will be at the Works on Thursday next, November 3rd. Will you please join us for lunch, at 1 p.m. in the Luncheon Room. Hs. | ||
| scan0266 | Notification of a planned visit by Mr. R. Finch of I.C.I. Metals Ltd. | ||
| View original record | ROY/Ms. ROY/Dn. ROY/An. Rm/Std. 1204 [Signature] ROY/B.3. 31.10.38. Will you please note that Roy. has arranged for Mr. R.Finch of I.C.I.Metals Ltd., London, to vist these Works on Tuesday, November… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine discussing the technical content of their recent Motor Show issues. | ||
| View original record | 1204. The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from the Technical Editor of 'THE MOTOR' discussing post-show articles, road tests, and future technical reviews. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR"--continued. Brakes Components Standardized Coachwork Instruments Accessories and Equipment Caravans Significant Features of Show Coachwork Radio, in the Cars and Galleries Finally, the… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter from The Motor magazine requesting an engineering opinion on establishing a national team of British racing cars. | ||
| View original record | The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONE TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter to the Technical Editor of 'The Motor' discussing the feasibility and commercial value of producing a racing car team. | ||
| View original record | 1204? Rm6/R. 3rd November, 1938. L. Pomeroy, Esq., Technical Editor, "The Motor", 5/17, Rosebery Avenue, E.C.1. Dear Mr. Pomeroy, Thank you for your letter of November 2nd. I think that E.R.A.'s have… | ||
| scan0271 | Circular outlining the formation and benefits of an apprentices' association. | ||
| View original record | Mrs Reece 204 Elec. Lab. CIRCULATE TO ALL APPRENTICES To All Superintendents and Foremen. Rm THE ROLLS-ROYCE APPRENTICES' ASSOCIATION. ====================================== This Association has been… | ||
| scan0272 | Schedule of papers for the 1938/9 session at the Institution of Automobile Engineers, Derby Centre. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Miss Reece 1204 PUT THESE ON MY ENGAGEMENT LIST RM Printed Letterhead: The Institution of Automobile Engineers. TELEPHONE, SLOANE { 2191. 2192. TELEGRAMS, "AUTINST, SOWEST, LONDON." 12,… | ||
| scan0273 | Vibration recorded on coil-ignition units for the Vulture II engine. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 306. 5T. 30966. 6/11/37. C.E. 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT REFERENCE:- Lr/HWS.9/GB.14.11.38. Subject of Report:- Vibration Recorded on Coil-Ignition Units. Vulture II, No.4 during 100 hour… | ||
| scan0274 | Failure involving pinion movement, spline fretting, and excessive vibration in a wheelcase. | ||
| View original record | LF/HWS.9/GB.14.11.38. No.2. had become free and permitted some movement of the pinions on their splines. It appears that this failure was due to race "creep" in the new design and had produced… | ||
| scan0275 | Vibration and failures of coil-ignition units on a Vulture Engine II during a 100-hour development test. | ||
| View original record | November 1938. VIBRATION RECORDED ON COIL-IGNITION UNITS. Vulture Engine II, No.4 during 100 hours development. 1. INTRODUCTION AND REVIEW OF FAILURES.- Some concern has been occasioned by the… | ||
| scan0276 | Investigation into engine vibration failures, torsional resonance, and experimental testing on various engine models. | ||
| View original record | (2) All these types of failure have been recorded separately on past occasions and a consideration of the conditions points to the fact that they are in general the resultant of excessive vibration,… | ||
| scan0277 | The investigation and analysis of high-frequency vibration in Vulture II engines during test bed trials. | ||
| View original record | (3) Early investigation showed the presence of a high-frequency vibration component which could not be resolved on the normal Askania diagram, the order being at least the sixth. However, following a… | ||
| scan0278 | Analysis of vibration waveforms, order forces, and component failures in relation to engine torque and inertia effects. | ||
| View original record | (4) The various types of waveform are sketched in curve V.M.2, which shows the straight forward addition and modulation effects in curves (B) and (C) respectively. Although it is known that sixth… | ||
| scan0279 | Analysis of gear failures and vibrations in Vulture II engines, specifically engines II-4 and II-2. | ||
| View original record | (5) In the case of a geared engine the reactions between the gear shafts will of course be influenced by the presence of torque fluctuations and consequently the torsional oscillations will be capable… | ||
| scan0280 | Table of vibration test data for Vulture engines, measuring vertical, transverse, and longitudinal vibration under various operating conditions. | ||
| View original record | VIBRATION OF VULTURE ENGINES. (IGNITION SYSTEM) VM. I. TABLE STRUCTURE: COLUMN 1: ENGINE CONDITIONS. COLUMN 2: VERTICAL VIBRATION. (Sub-columns: RANGE IN INCHES, ORDER (CRANK), REMARKS) COLUMN 3:… | ||
| scan0281 | Diagram of typical wave forms for Vulture engine ignition and distributor vibration. | ||
| View original record | TYPICAL WAVE FORMS VULTURE IGNITION V.M.2 APPROX. VERTICAL SCALE 100/1 CURVE A 5TH ORDER ONLY PURE SINE WAVE 1 REV CURVE B 1ST ORDER AND 6TH ORDER. EQUAL AMPLITUDES (VULTURE II N.o 2 VERTICAL… | ||
| scan0282 | To the Cashier requesting a refund of 5/3d. to A.F. Gardiner. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Mr. Scott. (Cashier) Rm/FD.8/JH.24.11.38. Will you please refund 5/3d. to A.F. Gardiner, as per the attached. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0283 | Relaying Air Ministry Intelligence Department guidelines restricting personal visits to the works. | ||
| View original record | Bm 1204. Hs.5/KW.22.11.38. Below is given copy of a letter which we have recently received from the Air Ministry Intelligence Department, respecting visits to these Works. Will you please note, and… | ||
| scan0284 | Visit to the works of Messrs Thomas De La Rue Ltd. to inspect their moulding plant and equipment. | ||
| View original record | Sg. & Rs. from RHG/DWB. Y. BY. LR. Hy. Ima. 1204. RHG/DWB.1/LS.28.11.38. ALL TESTERS VISIT TO MESSRS THOMAS DE LA RUE LTD. WALTHAMSTOW. INTRODUCTION. On Thursday 17th November 1938, I visited the… | ||
| scan0285 | The moulding, lamination, and tool room processes at Messrs De La Rue Ltd. | ||
| View original record | All the platerns are heated by steam as this proves more economical than electricity. On the big presses dashboards were being made for Hillman and Morris Cars. In one case two moulds were in… | ||
| scan0286 | Description of the laboratory facilities and testing procedures for moulding powder at Messrs De la Rue. | ||
| View original record | LABORATORIES. Messrs De la Rue have two laboratories - one chemical and one physical, where all experimental work is done. Each drum of moulding powder is subjected to various standard tests such as… | ||
| scan0287 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club to W.A. Robotham regarding maps. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1 Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /311038/AWP/KM RAC Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0288 | Arranging a visit for the Managing Director of coachbuilder H.J. Mulliner & Co. to the Derby chassis works. | ||
| View original record | 1204 By at W. c.to....Rm. Miss Roce Hn10/AH.1.12.38. Visit to W: On Thursday next, the 8th instant, I am bringing Mr. Piesse, Managing Director of H.J. Mulliner & Co. Ltd., the Coachbuilders of… | ||
| scan0289 | Letter to the editor of 'Automotive Industries' magazine querying statistics on car 'Shipping Weight' and suggesting an additional data column. | ||
| View original record | 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/NRC.19/JH. 2nd. December, 1938. The Editor, 'Automotive Industries', Chestnut and 56th. Streets, Philadelphia, U.S.A. Dear Sirs, We are interested in the statistics… | ||
| scan0290 | Request to Messrs. Felix Heilbronn for a catalogue and price list on Boar Horns and spare parts. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm6/R. 2nd December, 1938. Messrs. Felix Heilbronn, 43/47, Tabernacle Street, LONDON. E.C.2. Dear Sirs, We shall be glad if you will send us one of your catalogues on Boar Horns, together with… | ||
| scan0291 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine discussing recent road tests and a proposal for a British Grand Prix racing car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR AND GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONE TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0292 | Letter from the Technical Editor discussing motor sport politics and previewing upcoming review topics. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR"--continued. -2- impossible for people who have neither lived nor travelled abroad to realise the importance which is attached in the totalitarian countries to supremacy in motor sport, and… | ||
| scan0293 | Arranging a lunch meeting with the Managing Director of H.J. Mulliner & Co. | ||
| View original record | By. Rm. Da. RHC. HAW/Mr. Davies. c. to Ky. 120H Hs.12/KW.6.12.38. On Thursday of this week, December 8th, Mr. Piesse - the Managing Director of H.J. Mulliner & Co., Chiswick - will be visiting the… | ||
| scan0294 | Itinerary and preparations for a visit by Sir Kingsley Wood to inspect various works. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 Hs./LS.3/T6.12.38. ============== VISIT OF SIR KINGSLEY WOOD. Sir Kingsley Wood is visiting these Works on Friday next December 9th. The programme is that he will inspect the Nightingale Road… | ||
| scan0295 | Hand-drawn factory layout showing department locations and workflow. | ||
| View original record | STRIP, INSPECT, REBUILD DISPATCH TEST BEDS INCLUDING S/ch STEEL STORES FORGE PLATING HARDENING GRINDING SHOP INC E/g M/c C/C FITTING THREAD GRINDING Cyl. BLOCK M/c DIFF. RING M/c c/c M/c SINGLE Cyl.… | ||
| scan0296 | Hand-drawn layout diagram of various foundry and workshop departments. | ||
| View original record | RESEARCH LABORATORY IRON FOUNDRY PATTERN SHOP DIE CASTING ALUM. FOUNDRY | ||
| scan0297 | Outlining the transport and schedule arrangements for Sir Kingsley Wood's visit. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Mr. Barkworth. Transport Dept. Copy to Rm. Hs./LS.2/T7.12.38 SIR KINGSLEY WOOD'S VISIT. Confirming our conversation this afternoon on the telephone, the arrangement is that Sir Kingsley Wood is… | ||
| scan0298 | The cleanup of the Works yard for a visit by Sir Kingsley Wood. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/Swdl. c. to Lr/Conway. Rm.3/JH.8.12.38. In connection with the visit of Sir Kingsly Wood to the Works tomorrow Friday, will you please instruct your labourers to remove all… | ||
| scan0299 | Announcing a new production method for Chassis Lists of Parts (LOP). | ||
| View original record | BY/NS.1/G.8.12.38. BY. ROY. G. RHC. BY/Ald. Hs/Ryc. Da. ROY/Ms. G/Rb. RHC/Wld. BY/HEB. Rm ROY/Les. G/Mt. RHC/TVT. BY/CRL. Mx. G/Rts. RHC/GH. BY/RD. HPS. RHC/Mc.L. BY/CS. Hs. RHC/GL. S.R. IA. NW. K.… | ||
| scan0300 | Distribution list detailing specifications, scheme numbers, and notes for crankcase and bearing parts. | ||
| View original record | DISTRIBUTION LIST DATE SPECIFICATION SCHEME NO. REF. LETTER NOTES REF. LETTER NOTES Crankshaft with increased Area Journal bearings LeC 5433 B For Suffix Letters See SCD 389 Dynamo & Oil Pump Drive… | ||
| scan0301 | Parts list for the crankcase and bearings of a Wraith 3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | DISTRIBUTION LIST DATE BUYER, SUPPLIER, WORKS CLASS, SOURCE, UNIT, STOCK REQUIRED FOR 1 OFF, REMARKS, NOTES, PART No., No OFF, MATL. SPEC., DESCRIPTION, SIZE , , , , , CODE OR P. NO., LENGTH IN… | ||
| scan0302 | Announcement about Mr. John M. Lessells becoming a consultant on the mechanical properties of materials. | ||
| View original record | RM ALL TESTERS, 1204 PLEASE NOTE RM Hs.15/KW.9.12.38. MR. JOHN. M. LESSELLS. Mr. J.M. Lessells, who is Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the Massachussets Institute of Technology,… | ||
| scan0303 | Doctor's letter regarding the health of a Mr. Roger Craster and a recommendation for travel. | ||
| View original record | WELBECK 4664. 1204 18, DEVONSHIRE STREET, W.1. 10th December, 1938. W.A.Robotham.Esq. Dear Sir, Mr.Roger Craster has asked me to get in touch with you. He is under my care for chronic tonsil trouble,… | ||
| scan0304 | Invitation to a Children's Christmas event. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Mr. Rowbotham 13th December, 1938. ROLLS-ROYCE CHILDRENS' XMAS TREAT. The Committee of the Rolls-Royce Childrens' Xmas Treat extend to you a very hearty invitation to attend the above. On Friday… | ||
| scan0305 | Letter from Automotive Industries clarifying the calculation of shipping weights and effective tire diameters for American passenger cars. | ||
| View original record | N.R.C file. Statistics 1204 A CHILTON Publication Automotive Industries CHESTNUT AND FIFTY-SIXTH STREETS • PHILADELPHIA • PA December 14, 1938 Rolls-Royce, Lrd. Experimental Department Derby, England… | ||
| scan0306 | Restructuring of the Aero Test and Service Department and the responsibilities of key personnel. | ||
| View original record | Rm 120H To all Officials and Superintendents. Hs.1/T.16.12.38. AERO TEST AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT Will you please note that the Aero Test and Service Repair Departments are now under the control of… | ||
| scan0307 | Suitability of Cave Browne Cave for the Phillips and Powis organisation following his visits concerning Lodge Plugs. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 1204. Hs. from Rm. Rm5/R.19.12.38. With reference to the attached note re Cave Browne Cave, he has visited the Works a number of times in connection with Lodge Plugs but this has not given us an… | ||
| scan0308 | Sending three sample tubes of Jointing Compound supplied by Messrs. Simmonds Aerocessories, Ltd. for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/FD. Roy/G EA. 5/VR. 20.12.38. Herewith, we send you three sample tubes of Jointing Compound supplied for test by Messrs. Simmonds Aerocessories, Ltd. Will you kindly have this material tested… | ||
| scan0309 | Request to Mr. Brown at Central Stores to return a packing case for a hoist lighting installation. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Mr. Brown. Central Stores. Rm/FD.18/JH.23.12.38. If you have not already returned the packing case which arrived complete with hoist lighting installation for the hoist in the exptl. garage.… | ||
| scan0310 | Listing jobs in progress and work to be completed for car models B.50, Wraith, and Silver Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm. c. to Rm/FD. c. to Rm/Bowen. Rm/Wym.12/JH.23.12.38. Herewith a list of our jobs in progress and the work to be done during my absence. B.50. Collect 2.B.50. from Park Ward's. Finish off… | ||
| scan0311 | Thank you letter to B. Rushton of Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. for a desk blotter and to wish him well for the new year. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm5/R. 30th December, 1938. B. Rushton, Esq., Director & Technical Manager, Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, S.W.L. Dear Rushton, Thanks for the Desk Blotter. Best wishes for 1939.… | ||
| scan0312 | Addressed to all testers regarding staff requirements for stocktaking on a Saturday. | ||
| View original record | 1204 All Testers. 30.12.38. STOCKTAKING. It will be necessary for anyone who is on the Staff Clock, or has a Staff contract to come in to-morrow morning (Saturday, Dec. 31st). All others, unless… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine discussing articles on rotary valves and Grand Prix racing car specifications. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. DIRECTOR and GENERAL MANAGER: ROBERT ASHWORTH. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1 TELEPHONE TERMINUS 3636… | ||
| scan0314 | Page 2 of a letter from the Technical Editor listing car descriptions and other items of interest. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR." —Continued -2- December 6 De Soto Six December 13 New Morris Eight Humber Sixteen December 20 Sunbeam Talbot Ten The 1901 20 m.p.h. Oldsmobile. December 27 Studebaker 6-cylinder Commander… | ||