Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Record of a '10 Bv. car' loaned to Mr. J. Reid and returned to Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204. 2-7-40. 10 Bv. car. Loaned to Mr. J. Reid on 25-6-40. Returned to Clan Foundry on 2-7-40. Milage 725. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0002 | Confirming that Mr. Craddock from the Paris Depot has been given a job in the Accounts Department and started work. | ||
| View original record | 1204. G. 32/W. WG. 11/BC. 3.7.40. To:- Rm. (c. to Hs.) This is just to let you know that Mr.Craddock of the Paris Depot called yesterday and we have fixed him up with a job in the Accounts Department.… | ||
| scan0003 | Order No. 753 for the maintenance, supplies, and driving of experimental cars for Aero work. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Copy to HPS/OEP. Copy to G/WFH. Copy to G/MI. Rm/WYMAN 1204. Noted G/Rb/FEB.1/1C/JM.1.7.40 Experimental Cars on Aero Work Order No.753 has been taken out for the maintenance, supplies and driving… | ||
| scan0004 | To all officials regarding the fortnightly closure of the works. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 To:- All Officials. Hs.8/DK.5.7.40. It is agreed that until further notice the works will be closed from Saturday mid-day until Sunday morning once a fortnight, the next holiday being on July… | ||
| scan0005 | Announcing the appointment of Miss Austin as Women Superintendent and a change in her responsibilities. | ||
| View original record | Pm 1204 To:- All Officials and Superintendents. Hs.3/DK.7.7.40. Miss Austin has been appointed Women Superintendent and will also be responsible for the Women's Welfare. All difficulties in connection… | ||
| scan0006 | To Miss Lander about obtaining the blueprint for PL.278 to speed up a job. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Miss Lander. Jnr.8/JH.8.7.40. Herewith the original of PL.278 Will you kindly get the blue print you require; it would speed the job if you would do so. Kindly return to Park Leys in due… | ||
| scan0007 | Confirming the attendance of Messrs R.C. Greene and R.J.T. Hewitt over the past four weeks. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rn. from Rm/ML. Rm/ML.1/8.7.40. Confirming our telephone conversation with your office this afternoon, re the attendance of Messrs R.C.Greene, and R.J.T.Hewitt, this has been as follows :- During… | ||
| scan0008 | Letter regarding the relocation of a customer's Phantom III from Paris to Biarritz for safety during the German advance in France. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/VA.6/JMS. 8.7.40. Messrs. Hooper & Co. Ltd., 54, St. James's Street, LONDON, S.W. Dear Sirs, Phantom III. Mr. Hamilton Rice. Will you please inform the above owner that his car, which had been… | ||
| scan0009 | Claim for subsistence allowance, detailing working hours and absences. | ||
| View original record | 1204 G/Rn.from Rd./FJH. (Unity Mills) Rm/FJH6/JMS.9.7.40. SUBSISTENCE ALLOWANCE. During the last four weeks I have worked 7 days per week 8.30am - 7.00pm. with the following exceptions: Absent owing… | ||
| scan0010 | Time cards, allowances, and the forced termination of Mr. Feher's employment. | ||
| View original record | File. Mr. Feher. 1204. To G/M1. from Ev. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to G/Rn. Ev.2/JH.9.7.40. re Time Cards. Enclosed herewith are the time cards for last week. Travelling allowances and subsistance allowances… | ||
| scan0011 | Assigning the department number for Clan Foundry Aero Repair. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Copy to G/M .G/McD. G/Rn. Copy to G/Rb. G/Rts. Hy/W&P. 1204 Hs./GRS.1/T. 9.7.40 Clan Foundry Aero Repair. Please note that the department number for Clan Foundry Aero Repair is 181. Hs/GRS. goss | ||
| scan0012 | To all officials clarifying the policy for the Cost of Living Bonus for staff. | ||
| View original record | Bm 1204 To:- G. C. to All Officials. Hs.1/DK.10.7.40. COST OF LIVING BONUS. With reference to Hs.12/KW.15.5.40. it has come to my notice that the Cost of Living Bonus is not being paid to Staff… | ||
| scan0013 | New procedures for handling stationery requisitions and supplies. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/CTS.3/JM.10.7.40. To Hv. From Rm/CTS. c.c. Rm/FD. c.c. Rm/WH. c.c. Rm/Wym. c.c. Rm/FCT. c.c. Rm/A. c.c. Rm/ML. STATIONERY. As from Monday, July 15th, the Stationery Stores will be operating… | ||
| scan0014 | Licence and allocation of steel required for chassis production. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Hs 1204 Sft/Les.2/B.10.7.40. LICENCE FOR STEEL REQUIRED FOR CHASSIS We have now received information from The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Ltd., giving the approximate… | ||
| scan0015 | Requesting personnel details for the Clan Foundry Aero Repair department to arrange payroll. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204 G/ML/S5/LH11.7.40. Referring to Hs/GRS.1/T.9.7.40 advising that the Clan Foundry Aero Repair is Dept. 181. This will necessitate a separate series of Check numbers being allotted. Will you… | ||
| scan0016 | Confirming no steel allotment is required for chassis for Period III. | ||
| View original record | Les. from Rm. Rm.1/ML.13.7.40. LICENCE FOR STEEL REQUIRED FOR CHASSIS. Replying to your Memo. Sft/Les. 2/B.10.7.40. we agree that we shall not require any steel allotment for chassis for Period III.… | ||
| scan0017 | Request for a supply of various stationery and record-keeping items. | ||
| View original record | Hs/GRS. from Rm/Danby. 1204 Rm/Danby.1/ML.14.7.40. STATIONERY. In accordance with Hs.3/JL.5.7.40. will you please supply the following items; 6 Writing Pads (quarto) 4 Pads Graph Paper. 7 Pencils (HB)… | ||
| scan0018 | Circulating a Ministry of Supply letter regarding wartime security and verification of telephone communications. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] F.H.H. K.R. F.T.H. CTS. Please note Rm 1204 [Stamped] SECRET TO: Rm. D2/DL16/7/40. Will you kindly note copy of letter from the Ministry of Supply quoted below. D. MINISTRY OF SUPPLY,… | ||
| scan0019 | Short typed covering note from Rm to Sr regarding the original of a wire. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Sr. from Rm. Rm.15/JMS/17.7.40. Herewith original of the wire about which you enquired. Rm. | ||
| scan0020 | Notice to officials, superintendents, and foremen regarding a revision of working hours on Saturdays. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204. ALL OFFICIALS, SUPERINTENDENTS & FOREMEN. Sft.1/BH.18.7.40. REVISION OF PRESENT WORKING HOURS. Will all concerned please note that, commencing Saturday 20th July, the works will be closed at… | ||
| scan0021 | Instructions for the watchman at the Clan Foundry regarding after-hours telephone communication. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Watchman (Clan Foundry) File Rn.9/JHS.19.7.40. c. Rn/RH. c. Rn/Wym. c. Rn/FD. c. Miss Bowles. In order to ensure that it is possible to communicate with the Clan Foundry after working hours the… | ||
| scan0022 | Instructions detailing the administrative process for employees transferring from Derby to Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: R.W.M. Miss LANDER. 1204. Please file Rm Hy. Sft. TB. JRD: HPS. Hy/EJB. Mr. Peskett. G/Mt. Copy to D. G. G/Ml. G/Rn. G/Han. Hs/Ns. D/WEP. D/Sc. Hs/NRC. W/Glasgow. WG. M/A. WG/JAC. WG/WK.… | ||
| scan0023 | Instructions regarding monthly staff transfers to Glasgow, detailing procedures for memos, salary, advances, and travel expenses. | ||
| View original record | Hs.4/T.20.7.40 Contd: EMPLOYEES ON MONTHLY STAFF. A memo should be sent, (in advance of the man leaving for Glasgow) to D., Hs/Ns, G/Han, D/Sc. and to WG. at Glasgow. Instructions should be given to… | ||
| scan0024 | Refund request for the purchase of rat poison for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | 1204 G/WFH. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.20.7.40. Will you please refund the sum of 5/- to me, for the purchase of rat-poison, for the Clan Foundry, Belper. Invoice attached. Order No: 508. Rm. | ||
| scan0025 | Telegram sent by Robotham arranging a meeting for Salt at the Derby Works. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM 1204. No. 0490 OFFICE STAMP DERBY 20 JUL 40 Charges to pay RECEIVED From PM 5 40 TS Ticker Tape Message: ROLLS-ROYCE 324 SALT SHOULD LIKE ROLLS ROYCE TW WDS + 4.59 ELMBRIDGE TS 17… | ||
| scan0026 | List of men from the Clan Foundry who submitted forms for the compulsory registration of engineers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs/Gry. from Rm. Rm.1/ML.21.7.40. COMPULSORY REGISTRATION OF ENGINEERS. We give below the names of the men at the Clan Foundry who sent in their forms for the above, on Saturday 20th. July. 1940.… | ||
| scan0027 | Requesting full particulars of the body steel required for purchase. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1204. Will you please give us full particulars of the body steel which you require us to purchase for you. At the moment it looks as if there is a very good chance of our being able to obtain… | ||
| scan0028 | Official order for four packets of Plasticene. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Roy. from Rm/Wym. c. G/JWH. Rm/Wym.8/JMS.26.7.40 Will you please send an official order to the Central Educational Co.Ltd., St. Peter's St., Derby, for 4 packets of Plasticene at a cost of 2/6d… | ||
| scan0029 | Internal memorandum announcing the reclassification of the 'Chassis Division' and 'Aero Production Departments'. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Rm/RH, Rm/F.D, Rm Wyman [Signature] Rm RH. Q. 1204 Please note. Typed text: ALL OFFICIALS, SUPERINTENDENTS AND FOREMEN. It has now been decided to cancel the classification "Chassis… | ||
| scan0030 | Security and access control procedures for the Clan Foundry premises. | ||
| View original record | The Watchman. from Rm. FILE COPY. 1204 Rm.5/ML.28.7.40. c. Rm/RH. Rm/FD. Rm/Wym. Rm/CTS. In the future, no-one will be allowed to work at the Clan Foundry premises who has not either a Rolls Royce… | ||
| scan0031 | Notice regarding the removal of tools from the tool kits of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | File 12026 Rm3/Dn29.7.40 N O T I C E. ----------- (CAR TOOL KITS) During the past week a number of Tools have been removed from the Tool Kits of the Experimental Cars. Anybody found tampering with… | ||
| scan0032 | Telegram from Blackstone to Robotham regarding a delayed arrival in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ROBOTHAM ROLLSROYCE DERBY 2424 = REGRET CANNOT REACH DERBY UNTIL MONDAY EVENING = + BLACKSTONE + | ||
| scan0033 | Testimonial letter regarding care at Manor House Hospital, distributed by the Hospital Fund Association. | ||
| View original record | Man ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION 1204 MANOR HOUSE HOSPITAL What is it doing for our members ? Here is a typical example of the work being done :- Copy of letter from Mrs.Booth to Mr. &… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter requesting a collection box for a flag sale to raise money for a soldiers' comfort and smoke fund. | ||
| View original record | 1204 The Gables 5 Foundry Lane Belper. Aug 12th /40. A.R.P. Post Effort Soldiers Comforts & Smokes Fund Holbrook Road Belper. Dear Sir, On behalf of the committee of the above, I have been asked to… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter in response to a request for a collection for local servicemen. | ||
| View original record | Fm.1/ML. 14.8.40. Mrs. Smedley, The Gables, 5, Foundry Lane, BELPER. Dear Madam, With reference to your letter of August 12th. re collection for comforts for local servicemen, it is not the practice… | ||
| scan0036 | Telegram from Robotham regarding a change in travel plans. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED PM 4 29 No. 244 OFFICE STAMP [BELPER 2 OC 40] Prefix. Time handed in. m 98 Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. From BMA 3.30 GLASGOW T… | ||
| scan0037 | Note from boilermakers David Dow & Sons regarding the availability and future pricing of boiler plates. | ||
| View original record | DAVID DOW & SONS, Ltd., Boilermakers, KIRKINTILLOCH, 3/9/40 19 1204 Dear Sirs We have a good Stock of Boiler Plates & can give quick despatch at new prices of Welded Boilers. This is a good time to… | ||
| scan0038 | Invitation to lunch with the Directors at the Works on September 5th. | ||
| View original record | Miscellaneous Rm. Sg.7/KW.3.9.40. 1212 (struck through) 1204 The Directors will be at the Works on Thursday of this week, September 5th. Will you please join us for lunch, at 12.45 p.m. in the… | ||
| scan0039 | Requiring a signature on any correspondence with outside firms that commits the company to expenditure. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Rm/EAG. Rm.13/ML.9.10.40. EXTERNAL CORRESPONDENCE - CHASSIS DIVISION. Please note that any correspondence with outside Firms which commits the Company to any expenditure, should bear… | ||
| scan0040 | Procedure for handling and transporting original drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Miscell Ev. from Rm. c. Rm/HH. file Rm.24/ML.25.9.40. ORIGINAL DRAWINGS. Will you please arrange that all original drawings should be handed direct to Rm/HH. and sent by the mailing. If anything… | ||
| scan0041 | Internal request to place an order with Sanderson & Holmes for valve washers and master cylinder cups. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Roy. from Rm/Wym. C. to G/JWH. G/Mt. Rm/Wym.2/BT.29.9.40. Will you please send an official order to Sanderson & Holmes for the following:- 2 - 212 Valve washers. 2 - 3590 Master cylinder cups.… | ||
| scan0042 | Duplication of prefix letters used for drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To: Rbr/RRP from Ev/JD c: to Rm, Ev, Ev/HH. Ev/JD.9/JH.1.10.40 PREFIX LETTERS IN USE WITH DRAWING NUMBERS. With reference to the copy of KD.30 recently circulated we should like to have… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter to J.R. Roberts returning a table and declining to answer questions due to wartime conditions. | ||
| View original record | 1204 See also N° 1247 4th October, 1940. Rm.6/ET. J.R. ROBERTS, Esq., 26, Manor Road, TAUNTON. Dear Sir, We are returning to you herewith the table enclosed in your letter of 26th September. We regret… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to David Elley, Ltd., regarding the change of ownership and function of the Clan Foundry premises in Belper. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept., Clan Foundry, BELPER. 1204 Misc! Rm.2/ML. 30.10.40. David Elley, Ltd., 496 & 496A, Streatham High Road, LONDON.S.W.16. Dear Sirs, With reference to the attached. The Clan Foundry… | ||
| scan0045 | Internal notice encouraging employees to join the Hospital Fund Association. | ||
| View original record | Plan ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION HAVE YOU JOINED YET ? If you are over sixteen years of age, you will not be covered by your parents' membership. Safeguard your interests by paying 10d. a… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter from Associated Industrial Consultants to W.A. Robotham regarding a discussion with Mr. Hives. | ||
| View original record | 1204 ASSOCIATED INDUSTRIAL CONSULTANTS LIMITED DIRECTORS: THE EARL OF VERULAM E. E. BUTTEN R. J. GIGLI N. FLEMING A. D. WILSON TELEPHONE CITY 7360. BUSH HOUSE, ALDWYCH LONDON, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: TEMPLE… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter from P. R. Wace of Associated Industrial Consultants to R. Rowbotham arranging a business meeting. | ||
| View original record | ASSOCIATED INDUSTRIAL CONSULTANTS LIMITED DIRECTORS: THE EARL OF VERULAM E. E. BUTTEN R. J. GIGLI N. FLEMING A. D. WILSON TELEPHONE CITY 7360. BUSH HOUSE, ALDWYCH LONDON, W.C.2. TELEPHONE: TEMPLE BAR… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter declining the services of a consultant firm due to an existing high workload. | ||
| View original record | Rm.20/ML. 28.10.40. P.R.Wace,Esq., Associated Industrial Consultants,Ltd., 7, Royal Bank Place, Glasgow.C.1. Dear Wace, I had a talk to Mr. Hives yesterday about the possibility of Rolls Royce… | ||
| scan0049 | Request from Hinckley Technical College for a demonstration or old engine for their automobile laboratory. | ||
| View original record | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL EDUCATION COMMITTEE HINCKLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE TELEPHONE 389 LONDON ROAD, HINCKLEY July 1st. 1940. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sir, The… | ||
| scan0050 | Query regarding the top speed of a Silver Ghost (Armoured Car) and the formula for calculating road speeds. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten annotations at top] Pm Dn what do you think about putting this in miscellaneous? W. Blackpool yours I think this mis... 120A Guy [Address and Date] 21, Station Road Poulton Le Fylde Nr.… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter requesting clarification to settle a controversy regarding tyre size. | ||
| View original record | tyre size. Sincerely hoping that I am not wasting your valuable time. I would love to get this controversy between us settled whether I am right or wrong, so thanking you in anticipation. I am Yours… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to an R.A.F. Corporal regarding the maximum speed of a Silver Ghost armoured car. | ||
| View original record | Rm.11/ML. 12.11.40. Cpl. L.C.Larking. R.A.F., 21, Station Road, Poulton le Fylde, Nr. BLACKPOOL. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of November 6th. We think it unlikely that you would be able to… | ||
| scan0053 | A Shardlow telephone account invoice being sent in error and needing to be checked and passed for payment. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr Wozencroft, Aero Test. ---------- Shardlow Telephone Account. -------------------------- Herewith above telephone account which has been sent to me by G/WFH in error. Will you please have this… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to the Auxiliary Fire Service enclosing a blueprint of a car engine in section for instruction classes. | ||
| View original record | FILE Miscellaneous. 1204 Rm/HH.4/SW. 6th December, 1940. C.H. Hewett, Esq., Auxiliary Fire Service, 1-19, Endell Street, LONDON W.C.2. Dear Sir, In reply to your letter of the 26th ultimo, we enclose… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter from an Auxiliary Fireman requesting sectional drawings for lectures. | ||
| View original record | Auxiliary Fire Service 1-19 Endell Street. London. W.C.2. Rolls Royce Ltd. Rm / Guy RECEIVED Sir, As a late driver of the Rolls Royce car and now an auxiliary Fireman I wonder if you would be kind… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from a chauffeur requesting sectional drawings of an engine. | ||
| View original record | it is difficult to follow black board drawings. I do feel that an engine cut-in section would be of the utmost help. But as you will understand that is out of the question, what would help me, and… | ||
| scan0057 | Statement of estimated funds for the Hospital Fund Association's Derby Account. | ||
| View original record | RM. CLAM FOUNDRY (handwritten, CLAM FOUNDRY is struck through) ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION DERBY ACCOUNT Statement of estimated funds at 30th November, 1940. DERBY Fund, 1st February 1940 £… | ||
| scan0058 | Notice to members of the Welfare Thrift Society regarding Christmas withdrawal application deadlines. | ||
| View original record | CLAN FOUNDRY. ROLLS-ROYCE WELFARE THRIFT SOCIETY Christmas Withdrawals 1204 If any member of the Thrift Society desires to make a withdrawal for Christmas, it is necessary that the application should… | ||
| scan0059 | Statement for subscribers of the Pension Fund's investments and interest as of 31st October 1940. | ||
| View original record | Clan 1204 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED PENSION FUND Statement for information of subscribers At the 31st October 1940: (a) There was invested and paid for in Trustee Securities, completely under the control of… | ||
| scan0060 | Requesting advice on the policy for making local cash purchases to avoid delays, rather than using the Order Office. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.12/ET.18.11.40. The attached memo Rm/Wym.3/ET.12.11.40 addressed to Petty Cash has been returned by them, with a note to the effect that all purchases must be made through… | ||
| scan0061 | Announcing the relocation of the 2-Stroke Division and their new telephone numbers. | ||
| View original record | To — Sg. Hc. Sft. D. E. Rg. Rm. Dor. Cr. F. S. Rbr. Lov. Lov/Brns. HPS. EJJ. Hs/Gry. Wd/RHT. Mr. Roe (Mailing Dept.) 2-STROKE DIVISION Will you please note that the 2-Stroke Division has moved from… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Limited acknowledging an order for two Fireproof Containers for Drawings and advising of the delivery schedule. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON, E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. offering sub-contracting services for small electric motors and assemblies for aircraft applications. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMHAYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) W.A.Robotham Esq., Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0064 | To the Sub-Contract Dept. regarding a letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. and potential work. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hoskisson. Sub-Contract Dept., Misc. 1204 Rm.9/ML.20.12.40. Attached is a copy of a letter we have received from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., I should be glad if you would contact them if you have any… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Limited offering sub-contracting services for aircraft components. | ||
| View original record | COPY. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LIMITED., 111, Grosvenor Road. LONDON.S.W.1. BR/YH 16.12.40. W.A.Robotham, Esq., Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Mr. Robotham, I noticed from the Press of recent issues that… | ||
| scan0066 | Cover memo listing original engineering tracings for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 7 To Rm. from Ev. 1204 c. Rm/HH. c. Ev/JD. Ev.5/SW.20.12.40. re Original Tracings. Attached to the copy of this memo for Rm/HH. are the following originals :- PL.403 - Masked Inlet Valve -… | ||
| scan0067 | Note providing the address of a specialist, J.E.R. MacDonagh. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Cry. from Rm. Miscellaneous Rm.10/ML.1.1.41. 1204 The address of the specialist about which I spoke to you, is :- J.E.R.MacDonagh,Esq., 42, Wimpole Street, LONDON.W.1. Rm. | ||
| scan0068 | Letter from Ronald Gossman proposing a car design with twin engines similar to Captain George Eyston's Thunderbolt. | ||
| View original record | Try [crossed out] miscellaneous? Rm town 2 bank On Ronald Gossman, 6, Grangewood Avenue, Rainham, Essex. 1204 [stamped] -> 1 / T.P -> e 12/1/41 Dear Sir, Although my plan is not as good as those you… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter to R. Cossman Esq. rejecting two drawings he had submitted. | ||
| View original record | Rm.S/ML. R.Cossman,Esq., 6, Grangewood Avenue, RAINHAM. Essex. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 12th. inst. together with two drawings. We regret that these are of no interest to us at the… | ||
| scan0070 | Handling of accounts for a journey. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To G/WFH. from Rm. Rm.5/ET.19.1.41. These accounts should be dealt with by HPS. as the journey was on his behalf. Rm. | ||
| scan0071 | Parcel No.72 containing a list of prints for storage at Ashby. | ||
| View original record | To Mr Atkins. from Rm/EAG. c. to Mtn. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/HH. 1204 Rm/EAG.4/SW.7.1.41. ASHBY PRINTS. Please receive herewith Parcel No.72 containing the following prints for storage at Ashby:- RB.10000… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter to Diamond Motors Ltd. requesting a catalogue for 'Graiseley' trailers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Wym.3/ET. 30th January, 1941. Messrs. DIAMOND MOTORS Ltd., Upper Villiers Street, WOLVERHAMPTON. Dear Sirs, Will you please forward to us a catalogue of your "GRAISELEY" trailers. We are… | ||
| scan0073 | Request to issue a covering order for the repair of two stopwatches. | ||
| View original record | To Roy., from Rm/Col. 1204 Rm/Col.9/BT.31.1.41. Will you please issue a covering order to James Moore of Derby for the repair of two stop watches dispatched under cover of my letter Rm/Col.1/ML. dated… | ||
| scan0074 | Requesting to book in two stop watches that have been repaired. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. from Rm/Col. 1204 Rm/Col.10/ET.31.1.41. Will you please book in two stop watches which have been repaired by James Moore of Derby, and dispatched under wover of my letter Rm/Col.1/ML., dated… | ||
| scan0075 | The discontinuation of the L.M.S. train service between Belper and Derby for staff. | ||
| View original record | E. G/Rb. Wd. F. Lov. Cgh. Ml'. Da. WFH. Mt. Roy. MW. CH.(Clan Foundry) [Handwritten in red ink] PDSt D/BP.13/MM. 29.1.41. Re: Train Service, Belper - Derby. We have received a letter from the L.M.S.… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter from the London Midland and Scottish Railway Company regarding the discontinuation of train services for workpeople. | ||
| View original record | Copy. LONDON MIDLAND AND SCOTTISH RAILWAY COMPANY, District Goods and Passenger Manager's Office, DERBY. 27th January, 1941. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, Derby - Belper Services for… | ||
| scan0077 | Circular outlining the revised policy on the employment of aliens for contractors during a skilled labour shortage. | ||
| View original record | To:- All Officials. Hs.1/DK.9.2.41. I give below, for your information, a copy of a letter received from the Ministry of Aircraft Production, dated 29.1.41. reference S.B.11249/D.L. Hs. 1204… | ||
| scan0078 | Telephone message regarding strips ready for collection for Mr. Robotham from SUMMERS. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Taken over the telephone 2.30 p.m. 10.2.41. ET. From SUMMERS Connahs quay. ATTENTION MR. ROBOTHAM STRIPS READY FOR COLLECTION. SUMMERS. | ||
| scan0079 | Telegram received by telephone regarding strips ready for collection. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-10M 9-11-39 WHK Phoned to miss. Taylor. 2-12. 1204 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 2.5 Date: 10.2.41 To: Roycar By: MM from: Connahs Quay 12.5. 11 words att… | ||
| scan0080 | Telegram received by telephone advising that strips for Mr Robotham are ready for collection. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-10409 9-11-39 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 2 5 Date: 12 2 41 To: Roycar By: mn from: Connahsquay 25 11 hours att Mr Robotham Strips now ready for… | ||
| scan0081 | Telegram advising Mr Robotham that material strips are now ready for collection. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay: 1/6p RECEIVED Prefix: 75 Time handed in: 12.5 Office of Origin and Service Instructions: CONNAHSQUAY CS 11 Words: 10 No. 10 U OFFICE STAMP: CONFIRMATION OF B 338 2… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter to The Tempered Spring Co. Ltd. requesting four sample suspension springs based on their recommendations. | ||
| View original record | Copies to Rm & Ev. 1204 Ev/DB.2/SW. February 6th, 1941. The Tempered Spring Co., Ltd., Burton Weir Works, SHEFFIELD 4. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of January 18th last about our suspension… | ||
| scan0083 | The contents of a small crate received from Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To: The Central Stores from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.5/RH.6.2.41. 1204 ATTENTION OF MR. TAYLOR. As requested, I am sending herewith particulars of the contents of a small crate received from Messrs. Park… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Diamond Motors responding to an inquiry for trailers and promoting their 'Graiseley' electric truck. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Mr Whyman, Is this yours please, File, HC, 1764 MANUFACTURERS OF TELEPHONE 22951 The Graiseley Electric HAND TRUCK (PATENT NO. 503604) Diamond Motors (WOLVERHAMPTON) Ltd. UPPER… | ||
| scan0085 | Teleprinter message requesting travel and accommodation arrangements for Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | TELEPRINTER MESSAGE Time.................... Date...5.2.41... To............Hs/Gls. 1209 CREWE Would you please see that a sleeper is booked for Mr. Robotham, who is going to Glasgow with Mr. Hives,… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter confirming dispatch of an Instruction Book and diagrams for a Wraith car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm.8/ET. 7th February, 1941. Major FLETCHER, Commanding 56th Light Battery R.A., c/o 20th Guards Brigade, Home Forces. Dear Sir, In answer to your request of 13th January, we are sending you… | ||
| scan0087 | Dispatch of a Wraith Instruction Book with prints and diagrams. | ||
| View original record | Rm/ML. NW.2/VL.5.2.41. Referring to your memo of the 29th ultimo: we send herewith a Wraith Instruction Book together with a selection of prints and diagrams which might be found useful by the people… | ||
| scan0088 | Request from a Major in the Guards Brigade for diagrams to aid in teaching motor transport. | ||
| View original record | To:- The Publicity Manager, Rolls Royce Co.Ltd., Derby. I should be grateful for any charts, diagrams or pamphlets that you could spare to assist me in the teaching of principals of motor transport.… | ||
| scan0089 | Cover letter returning correspondence and providing a reply regarding the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Bs. 1204 Rm1/ET.10.2.41 We are returning herewith the letter you had sent us from Mr. A. Thom of Whitchurch, Glamorgan, together with copy of our reply to this gentleman, giving him the desired… | ||
| scan0090 | Forwarding a customer's technical questions about a Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. Bs5/KW5.2.41. Attached is a letter dated 1st February received from Mr. A. Thom of Whitchurch, Glamorgan, in which he requests certain information concerning the Bentley V. I think, as these… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from a motorist asking technical questions about the new Mark 5 model. | ||
| View original record | FILE COPY. Hillcrest, Greenclose, Whitchurch, Glamorgan. 1st February, 1941. Messrs. Bentley Motors, (1931) Ltd., 15, Conduit Street, LONDON. Dear Sirs, As an enthusiastic motorist who has just read… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter responding to queries about various car components including valve seats, flywheel mounting, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | Rm.12/SW. 9th February, 1941. Mr. A. Thom, Hillcrest, Greenclose, Whitchurch, GLAMORGAN. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of February 1st, addressed to Bentley Motors, Ltd. (1) Stellited Exhaust… | ||
| scan0093 | Supply of green folders for reports. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To - Rm. Lov/Cr.1/ET.10.2.41. I enclose herewith half a dozen of the green folders which you are anxious to have I believe for a report. Their capacity is about 30 sheets; should this not be… | ||
| scan0094 | Complaining about the inefficiency of the teleprinter service between Derby, Glasgow and Crewe. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry. from Rm. 1204 Rm.6/ET.11.2.41. TELEPRINTER MESSAGES. ------------------- We have been asked to use the teleprinter between Derby, Glasgow and Crewe. The Teleprinter Office will not accept… | ||
| scan0095 | The issuance of a new identity disc. | ||
| View original record | 1704 To Rm/FJH. from Rm/ET. Rm/ET.4/14.2.41. Herewith your new identity disc. Will you please return the receipt to me, duly signed, so that I can send it in with the others. ET. | ||
| scan0096 | Handling and distribution of identity discs for various personnel. | ||
| View original record | To G/Han. I received your note of 13th inst. in Miss Lander's absence and have handed the identity discs to Rm. and Rm/EAG. The signed counterfoils are attached hereto. As regards Mr. Sleator's disc I… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter of thanks to Mrs. G.H. Whyman for her help with a Model Demonstration. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm.7/ET. 19th February, 1941. Mrs. G.H. WHYMAN, 30 Mostyn Avenue, LITTLEOVER. Dear Mrs. Whyman, I want to thank you for your help on our Model Demonstration. It pleases me immensely to feel that… | ||
| scan0098 | Confirmation of despatch of parts to the Glasgow factory for special test purposes. | ||
| View original record | To: Mt/Mr. Holmes.from Rm/CTS. (Central Stores) c. to D/BP. Rm/CTS.1/RH.22.2.41. 1204 This is to confirm that you have despatched to Glasgow by passenger train : 12 pistons LM.319 1 Serck Oil cooler.… | ||
| scan0099 | Dispatch note listing prints sent in Parcel No. 73 for storage at Ashby. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Atkins from Rm/EAG. c.c. to Mtn. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Rm/HH. 1204 Rm/EAG.1/RH.22.2.41. ASHBY PRINTS Please receive herewith Parcel No. 73 containing the following prints for storage at Ashby :-… | ||
| scan0100 | Telegram from Wilks to Rowbotham to reschedule a meeting in Derby for the week after next. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED S 03 No. 0412 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY 22FEB41 Handwritten Reference: 1204 Prefix: 86 Time handed in: 4:15 Office of Origin and Service Instructions: KENILWORTH… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter from the Experimental Department to the Canadian M.T. Depot regarding a misdirected item. | ||
| View original record | 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT 22nd February, 1941. Rn.3/ET. Canadian M.T. Depot, BORDON, Hants. Dear Sirs, The attached has just reached us and does not concern our Department. Perhaps you would… | ||
| scan0102 | Short letter to S.B. Wilks regarding the arrangement of a meeting with Mr. Hives. | ||
| View original record | Rm.13/ET. 26th February, 1941. 1704 S.B. WILKS, Esq., Chesford Grange, KENILWORTH. Dear Wilks, I am sorry you could not manage Tuesday of this week. Next week seems to be rather inconvenient. Can you… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter arranging the collection of four Kestrel carburetters from 25 M.U., Hartlebury. | ||
| View original record | 1204 2nd March, 1941. Rm.6/ET. Flight Lieut. HEMMING, 25 M.U., HARTLEBURY, near Kidderminster. Dear Sir, The bearer is our Mr. R.G.V. Lewis, who is to collect four Kestrel carburetters from you, as… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter declining a request for drawings as none are available at the present moment. | ||
| View original record | Rm.7/ET. 27th February, 1941. 1704 2/Lt. E.W.S. GIBB, R.A., Officers' Mess, 232 S/L.T.R. - R.A. DEVIZES, Wilts. Dear Sir, In answer to your request of the 7th instant, we very much regret that we are… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter from a former employee, now an M.T. Instructor, requesting technical literature. | ||
| View original record | [Red Initials: HS] [Stamp: RECEIVED 10 FEB 1941] 2/Lt E.W.S. Gibb R.A. Officers Mess 232 S/L Trng Regt R.A. Devizes Wilts. 7th Feb. 1941. The Secretary, Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. [Green… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter requesting literature and drawings of car and aero engines and chassis for lecturing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 2/ official source. I should be extremely grateful if you could supply me with some technical literature, and arrangement drawings if possible, of car aero engines and chassis. Such drawings naturally… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter returning a borrowed blueprint that was used for lectures in the Auxiliary Fire Service. | ||
| View original record | RM/HH/NSW: TEL: WHITEHALL 4800. 1204 Rolls Royce Ltd. Relte do you remember where we filed the previous corres? I think it's faulty miscellaneous. H.F.S. h.qrs. 18, CARLTON HOUSE TERRACE, S.W.1. March… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter from a supplier offering to quote for the manufacture of oven door knobs for Army field kitchens. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1883. ON A. I. D. APPROVED LISTS. TELEPHONE: 2554 DUDLEY. MANUFACTURERS OF STAMPINGS IN BRASS, ALUM-BRONZE & DURALUMIN John Buckley (Dudley) Ltd. INCORPORATING H. TOWNSEND. Royal Works,… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter to Messrs J. Buckley (Dudley) & Co. Ltd., regarding an enquiry for Oven Door Knobs. | ||
| View original record | Miscellaneous Rm.2/ML. 28.3.41. Messrs J.Buckley (Dudley) & Co.Ltd., Royal Works, DUDLEY. Dear Sirs, With reference to your enquiry, dated March 27th, to the Clan Foundry, Belper, re Oven Door Knobs,… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter to Messrs Moore & Brook Ltd. returning an order as foundry work has been discontinued at the premises of the former Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | miscellaneous 1204 Rm.S/ML. 31.3.41. Messrs Moore & Brook Ltd., Barons Quay, NORTHWICH. Dear Sirs, With reference to your order, dated 26th. March, 1941, addressed to the Clan Foundry, Belper, for… | ||
| scan0111 | Poor storage conditions and corrosion of chassis parts at an outlying store in Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | Prof Hyman what about this 1204 Rm. Hl./EA. 9/JM. 25.3.41. Laboratory P During the last month or so we have been investigating the conditions of storage of spare parts at the various outlying stores.… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter advising of price alterations and the withdrawal of outstanding quotations due to war conditions. | ||
| View original record | Misc ? 1204 KETLEY, WELLINGTON, Shropshire. 31st March, 1941. Dear Sirs, ALTERATION IN PRICES We write to advise you that in view of increases in Costs of Production arising from war conditions, it… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Tanks & Drums, Ltd. inquiring about the purchase of scrap zinc. | ||
| View original record | ON ADMIRALTY LIST WAR OFFICE LIST INDIA OFFICE LIST AND OTHER GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT LISTS 1204 REGISTERED TRADE MARK PRIVATE SIDINGS: BOWLING STATION, L. & N.E.RLY.(G.N. SECTION) Telephone, Bradford,… | ||
| scan0114 | Confirming a mackintosh is not at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To LP/JL. from Rm/Wym. 1204 Rm/Wym.3/ET.10.4.41. The mackintosh you enquired about is not at the Clan Foundry. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0115 | The incorrect routing of an invoice from Park Ward Ltd for work on chassis B.22.AW. | ||
| View original record | To: G/JWH. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.1/RH.12.4.41. 120A The attached invoice from Park Ward Ltd., for work carried out on chassis B.22.AW., is no concern of ours. It should be sent to Mr. Lappin. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0116 | Instructing staff on the correct procedure for ordering stationery. | ||
| View original record | Rm/ML. Please note & inform others of staff Rm 1204 Rm To:- All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hs/GRS.7/JL. 7.4.41. ORDERING OF STATIONERY. To expedite delivery of stationery requisitioned… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter from Weatherhead Equipment following a visit, regarding flexible hose assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 231 WEATHERHEAD EQUIPMENT DIVISION AVIATION CORPORATES LTD. 50 PALL MALL . LONDON . S.W.1 Telephone: Abbey 5505.6 120A ? RMC/RH. 7TH MARCH, 1941. ROLLS ROYCE LTD., DERBY GENTLEMEN: FOR THE ATTENTION… | ||
| scan0118 | Request to the Tracing Office for 100 white prints each of two samples, instead of the previously supplied blue prints. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Mrs. Twidell Tracing Office, Belper. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.9/ET.18.4.41. Will you please print 100 off. each of the 2 samples herewith, in white, not a blue print as previously supplied. O/N.… | ||
| scan0119 | Enquiry from a builder's merchant for a side brick for a squat boiler, including a dimensional drawing. | ||
| View original record | ROOFING CONTRACTORS, WALL AND FLOOR TILERS. DISTRIBUTING AGENTS FOR SIRAPITE PLASTER ON ADMIRALTY & WAR OFFICE LISTS PARTNERS: W. R. DAVEY, Senr. W. R. DAVEY, Junr. F. A. DAVEY. W. R. DAVEY & SONS… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to W.R. Davey & Sons Ltd. regarding the status of the Clan Foundry in Belper. | ||
| View original record | Rm.2/ML. 19.4.41. W.R.Davey & Sons Ltd., 106 Victoria Street, BRISTOL.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your enquiry of the 17th. April, which we return herewith, on behalf of the above Company, we have… | ||
| scan0121 | Advertisement for a 1939 Wraith Sports Saloon in 'The Autocar', with a potential offer. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm.19/ML. 21.4.41. Box 5526, The "Autocar", Dorset House, Stamford Street, LONDON.S.E.1. Sir, With reference to your advertisement in the Autocar, of a 1939 Rolls Royce Wraith Sports Saloon, we… | ||
| scan0122 | Internal routing slip to the Mailing Department concerning correspondence with Messrs. Hark Ward. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To the Mailing Department from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.5/ET.24.4.41. The enclosed have been received by the undersigned, who has written to Messrs. Hark Ward on this matter, as per copy attached. (in file… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter from P.L.C. Baker offering improvement ideas for cars, suggesting they might suit a Bentley after being deemed unsuitable for Morris Motors. | ||
| View original record | 87.. 62 Kings Close, Hendon, London. N.W.4 7th May 1941.. Dear Sir, I have at your disposal one or two Ideas for the improvement of your now very popular car. The Ideas have been considered by Messrs… | ||
| scan0124 | Procedure for recording and assessing war damage to assets at Derby, Crewe, or sub-contractor locations. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Rm | TFF } Please note & return P To:- Officials Wyman, Moten Cockerham, Stans 1204. Rm Typed content: PROCEDURE RELATING TO WAR DAMAGE AT DERBY CREWE OR THEIR SUB-CONTRACTORS. In… | ||
| scan0125 | Procedural document outlining the steps and responsible parties for reporting damage to property and equipment. | ||
| View original record | -2- (c) The premises at which the damage occurred. (d) The time and date of damage. (e) The operation at which the damage occurred. (f) The Contract Number relating to the property. All… | ||
| scan0126 | Instructions for reporting damage to stores, specifically regarding items of a revenue nature. | ||
| View original record | -3- 3. ITEMS OF A REVENUE NATURE. The same information is required as detailed in 2 above. In the case of damage to Stores, Store-keepers should inform G. for Derby and Dispersal Premises, or G/WHW.… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter to P.L.C. Baker Esq. stating that car development work is suspended for the duration of the war. | ||
| View original record | 1204 12th May, 1941. Rm.14/ET. P.L.C. Baker Esq., 62, Kings Close, Hendon, LONDON. N.W. 4. Dear Sir, We are in receipt of your letter of the 7th instant, in reply to which we regret to inform you… | ||
| scan0128 | Attached to a letter from a Mr. Baker with instructions on how to reply during wartime. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm Original I attach a/letter from a Mr. Baker and shall be obliged if you will deal with it. I have not acknowledged it. Reply no car work being done during war. D. Rm | ||
| scan0129 | Providing guidance to officials on the Essential Work (General Provisions) Order 1941. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Rm. Noted H Fisher Rm / T.F.F } Please note 1204. Rm / Wyman } noted [Signature] Rm Typed: To:-All Officials. Hs.1/EEW.12:5:41. ESSENTIAL WORK (GENERAL PROVISIONS) ORDER 1941. I am… | ||
| scan0130 | Summary of the Emergency Powers (Defence) Act regarding Essential Work provisions for employees. | ||
| View original record | EMERGENCY POWERS (DEFENCE) ESSENTIAL WORK (GENERAL PROVISIONS) The Minister of Labour and National Service has made an Order applying to all undertakings engaged on Essential War Work which he… | ||
| scan0131 | Set of numbered regulations regarding employee absence, appeals, and compliance with Ministerial orders. | ||
| View original record | 13. If any employee is absent from work without leave or without reasonable excuse, that is in the absence of a Doctor's Certificate, or is persistently late we may report such absence or lateness to… | ||
| scan0132 | Forwarding a cable from America regarding the status of the first Packard-built engine. | ||
| View original record | To:- Sg, E, Sft, Lov, HPS, To:- Lov/Wst, Cgh/EM, Rm, TB, Mtn. C. to Hs. 1204 Hs/GB.4/DK.14.5.41. Given below is a copy of a cable which Hs. has received from America, and which I know will be of… | ||
| scan0133 | Letter suggesting Arthur Holden for the role of Transport Manager at the Crewe Works. | ||
| View original record | 1204 17th May, 1941. Rm/AA.3/ET. A. HOLDEN, Esq., 7, The Nork, Grange Road, Worsley, near Manchester. Dear Arthur, When in Glasgow last week, I met the Manager of our Crewe Works, Mr. J. Morris. He… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter from the Ministry of Aircraft Production regarding a revised schedule of reserved occupations and deferment procedures. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten notes at top] RM Rm / TFF. } Please note Rm / Wyman } Hs./Cry.4/T17.5.41. Smy To all Officials F Hochscher [Illegible signature] noted [Printed text] Herewith for your attention, copy of… | ||
| scan0135 | Recommending a candidate for the position of Transport Manager. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To JM. Crowe from Rm/AA. Re: TRANSPORT MANAGER. ----------------------- I have been trying to find a suitable person ever since you mentioned this matter to me at Glasgow, and enclose a copy of a… | ||
| scan0136 | Delay in sending a windscreen template to Perfecta Motor Equipments Ltd. until the body shell is made by Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy/AES. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.1/RH.19.5.41. 1204 Referring to the attached letter from Perfecta Motor Equipments Ltd., with reference to windscreen template, it will be some considerable time… | ||
| scan0137 | Holiday request which includes a request for the loan of a Works car, preferably a B.V. | ||
| View original record | Rm.....From BY. 1204 BY.10/HR.20.4.41. Wyman - See me please Pm I am taking my holidays from 3rd May until 12th May, and shall be glad if you will let me know whether you can fix me up with the loan… | ||
| scan0138 | Short internal message regarding the availability of a grinding machine in Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | 10.55 am. 21.5.41. M/K. 1204 With reference to your message dated 19th about grinding machine. Rm. informed me that Hs. had said there was a grinding machine available at Glasgow. Unfortunately, Rm.… | ||
| scan0139 | Teleprinter message requesting more details about a redundant grinding machine. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 367G. (144 Pads) 8/40. McC. TELEPRINTER MESSAGE (3228) Time.................. Date............. 19th May 1941. To..... Rm/AA ............. DERBY HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE OF REDUNDANT GRINDING MACHINE… | ||
| scan0140 | The despatch of 2 yards of Cheesecloth to the Research Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy/ERG. from Rm/Wym. c. G/JWh. c. G/Mt. Rm/Wym.2/RH.22.5.41. 1204 We have today despatched to HL/TFB, Research Laboratory, Osmaston Road, 2 yards of Cheese Cloth as requested in your… | ||
| scan0141 | Follow-up memo regarding an employment query for a labourer, E.A. Lowe, whose solicitors are pressing for a reply. | ||
| View original record | Hs/NS. c.to Rm. 120 4 D/L16/G23-5-41. RE: E.A.LOWE. - LABOURER. CHECK NO.9944. Referring to Hs/NS12/MC14-5-41 we note you referred this matter to Rm,but so far we have not been advised whether we can… | ||
| scan0142 | Lack of a suitable vacancy for an individual named E.A. Lowe. | ||
| View original record | To: Hs/NS. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.3/RH.23.5.41. 1204 With reference to your enquiries in D/L.12/G.28.4.41, we regret that we have no suitable vacancy to accomodate the man you mention E.A.Lowe, check… | ||
| scan0143 | Official order for work completed by Smedley Bros., Eagle Iron Works. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy from Rm/Wym. c. G/JWH. G/Mt. Rm/Wym.2/RH.23.5.41. 1204. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Smedley Bros., Eagle Iron Works, Belper, for work carried out for us at a total cost… | ||
| scan0144 | The employment status of E.A. Lowe, check number 9944. | ||
| View original record | To: D/L. from Rm. c. Hs/NS. 1204 Rm.3/RH.26.5.41. Re: E.A.Lowe. Check No.9944. We have no opening for this man at the moment. Rm. | ||
| scan0145 | Requesting a correction to an employee's clock card. | ||
| View original record | To G/ML. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.3/LT.28.4.41. 1204 Will you please correct clock card for Butler - 10881. He should have clocked out at 10.00 A.M. on Saturday morning, but owing to the cards being taken… | ||
| scan0146 | Clarifying the correct procedure for transferring employees between locations under the Essential Work Order, 1941. | ||
| View original record | Please note & return Mr.Sid. TFF 1204 Distribution List: Sft. Sft/Thn. TB/WV. G/Rb. Hs. Sft/RH. TB/WAS. G/Mt. Hy. Sft/CH. TB/CPJ. By. Sft. Sft/LA. TB/Pkm. Roy. TB. Sft/Pwll. TB/RDO. E. D. Sft/EG.… | ||
| scan0147 | Order regarding compulsory enrolment for civil defence duties. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/JGH This has been carried out To Official, superintendents and foremen. ------------------------- Hs/Mn.3/PS. 22.5.41 Rm/CP CIVIL DEFENCE DUTIES (COMPULSORY ENROLMENT) ORDER 1941 Herewith your… | ||
| scan0148 | To all chiefs of staff requesting the use of old envelopes with economy labels. | ||
| View original record | RM. CLAN FOUNDRY. 1204 D7/DJ 22/5/41 17. 14. 36/- TO ALL CHIEFS OF STAFF. USE OF OLD ENVELOPES. I am requested by the Managing Director to ask whether the members of your staff are using up old… | ||
| scan0149 | Personal letter to W.A. Robotham regarding a meeting with an officer cadet on leave in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1204 22 Palmerston Road. Coventry. 26.5.41. W. A. Robotham Esq Dear Mr Robotham. I have just to-day had a note from Son John who tells me he is "passing out" of the O.C.T.U. on Thursday next & first… | ||
| scan0150 | Brief letter to Mr. Daniell regarding a potential meeting with his son. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Rm.13/ET. 28th May, 1941. J.A. DANIELL Esq., 22, Palmerston Road, COVENTRY. Dear Mr Daniell, We shall be delighted to see your son if he contacts us. I do hope he will give us a ring. Yours… | ||
| scan0151 | Confirming the dispatch of a blueprint for a 3rd Motion Shaft. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To HPS/Mr. Johnson. (Clearing Centre). c. to Rm. Rm/HH.2/SW.29.5.41. Miscellaneous. We send you herewith one blueprint of the following as requested 28.5.41. RG.193/4 - 3rd Motion Shaft. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0152 | Internal memorandum detailing procedures for employee departures and enlistment under the Essential Work Order 1941. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Rm/TFF Rm/Hospman & return 1204. Noted TFF Please note - Noted GSW Rm Typed text: To:- All Officials. ESSENTIAL WORK (GENERAL PROVISIONS) ORDER 1941. With reference to… | ||
| scan0153 | Relaying a cable about the strip-down results of a Packard-built engine test. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To:- Sg, E, Sft, Lov, HPS, TB, Lov/Wst, Cgh, Cgh/BM, Fm. Ha/GB.1/DK.30.5.41. Given below is a copy of cable - Ellor 49 - which no doubt will be of great interest to you. Hs/CB. " HIVES. No.1.… | ||
| scan0154 | Appeal for labour dilution to replace skilled men with female workers to support the national effort. | ||
| View original record | ALL OFFICIALS, CHIEFS, SUPERINTENDENTS & FOREMEN. [Handwritten top left]: Rm [Handwritten top centre]: 12OH [Handwritten top centre signature]: RSH/FFP [Handwritten top right]: Noted Rm / TFF Ref: Hs.… | ||
| scan0155 | Inquiry regarding the B.HP produced by the Phantom II & III motors. | ||
| View original record | c/o Officers' mess. ROYAL AIR FORCE, NETHERAVON, WILTS # LOU PER ARDUA AD ASTRA 1204 6. June 1941. Dear Sir, I have been referred to you by the Editor of the Autocar. I wish to ascertain the B.H.P.… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter from G.R.N. Minchin of Peto & Radford to W.A. Robotham regarding a meeting and testing a Type 326 B.M.W. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON, MANCHESTER, GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0157 | The purchase of stenotype paper and ribbons for use at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Miss Openshaw from Rm. 1204 Rm.1/ET.7.6.41. Will you please order from The London School of Stenotype, 229, High Holborn, LONDON. 18 rolls of paper as per sample attached and 2 ribbons (Blue/red)… | ||
| scan0158 | Letter to G.R. Minchin, Esq. acknowledging receipt of his letter and advising Mr. Robotham is away. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH (handwritten in red) Rm/FJH.4/ST. 1204 9th June, 1941. G.R. MINCHIN, Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, L O N D O N, S.W. 1. Dear Sir, We are in receipt of your letter of 6th… | ||
| scan0159 | Correspondence concerning a private job for mending a brake cable and an enclosed advice note. | ||
| View original record | To: M/Hew (Glasgow) from Rm/MHR. 1204 Rm/MHR.1/RK.10.6.41. I enclose the advice note from Sanderson & Holmes for mending your brake cable. I hope the cable is quite satisfactory. We have informed the… | ||
| scan0160 | The transfer of employees from Clan Foundry to Derby under the Essential Work Order, 1941. | ||
| View original record | T.F.F Please note John o h/v 1768 To Rm. c/o Hs/NS. Noted HH AH HPS/CEP.16/EP.10.6.41. 1204. ESSENTIAL WORK (GENERAL PROVISIONS) ORDER, 1941. TRANSFER OF EMPLOYEES. Referring to the above circular… | ||
| scan0161 | Use of a car for company business, including a log of journeys and mileage for May 1941. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hs/GB. from Ev. c. to Rm. Ev.12/JH.10.6.41. re Use of Car on Company's Business. Below are details of journeys made on Company's Business during the Month of May, 1941. [Handwritten initials… | ||
| scan0162 | Registration instructions for men under the National Service (Armed Forces) Act of 1941. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: TO EV/JD To Ru/H.H. Ru/J.F.F. Ru/LEX Please note pass on R.M. CLAM FOUNDRY Hs/Mn.1/PS. 11.6.41 1206 Typed: To Officials, superintendents, foremen and all men concerned.… | ||
| scan0163 | Petrol rationing, detailing mileage and coupon usage for company business in May. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm/wym. from Rm/VL. c. Rm. 1204 Rm/VL.2/RH.11.6.41. PETROL RATIONING The total mileage covered by me on Company's business during May was 860. The 12 coupons received from you allowed a mileage of… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter from the Experimental Department certifying an employee's holiday leave and travel plans to Dublin. | ||
| View original record | 1204 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm.7/ET. 11th June, 1941. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. This is to certify that I.C. THOMPSON, of 4/20 Bass Street, Derby, who is employed in my Department, is having a week's… | ||
| scan0165 | Amendment to the Airraid Precautions Scheme regarding the use of hand-bells and whistles for warnings. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 1 Copy passed on to Halliday? Have we any handbells? Rn/RH. R- Clan Yardley- 1204 Typed: ROLLS ROYCE AIRRAID PRECAUTIONS SCHEME. AMMENDMENT NO.4 1. Hand-bells indicating "All Clear" will… | ||
| scan0166 | To secretarial staff about reusing envelopes with economy labels for both internal and outward mail. | ||
| View original record | 1206 To the Secretarial Staff. Es.1/ST.13.6.41. USE OF ECONOMY LABELS. -------------------------- Please note that used envelopes are to be used for outward as well as for internal mail, with the help… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter from a supplier explaining a delay in an order for Stenotype ribbons and paper due to a fire. | ||
| View original record | 1204. THE LONDON SCHOOL OF STENOTYPING PRINCIPAL: MISS C. PALANQUE, O.I., F.I.L. SHORTHAND by MACHINE SCHOOL ENTRANCE IN GATE STREET ADJOINING HOLBORN TUBE STATION 229/231 HIGH HOLBORN W.C.1… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter to G.R. Minchin of Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding a visit from Breeden. | ||
| View original record | 1204 16th June, 1941. Rm.1/RH. G.R. Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, L O N D O N. S.W.1. Dear Minchin, Breeden is coming on Wednesday, 18th inst. I rang up to find if he… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter to Mr. Breeden of Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. rearranging a meeting location and time. | ||
| View original record | 1204 16th June, 1941. Rm.2/RH. C.L. Breeden Esq., Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM. 1. Dear Breeden, I find that I shall be in Derby on Wednesday next, and should… | ||
| scan0170 | Telegram transcript confirming receipt of a message and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1204 4.20. 16.6.41. Minchin, Dagenite, Sowest, London. YOUR TELEGRAM RECEIVED STOP COULD SEE YOU AFTERNOON WEDNESDAY 25th. PRESUME YOU WILL CONTACT SIDGREAVES RE STAYING WITH HIM ROBOTHAM. PHONED | ||
| scan0171 | Postponing the Chassis Meeting from the 17th to the 24th of June. | ||
| View original record | To: Ev. from Rm/RH. c. Rm/MG. c. Rm/Wym. 1204 Rm/RH.16.6.41. Will you please note that the Chassis Meeting which was to have been held tomorrow afternoon, the 17th instant, has now been postponed… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter to The London School of Stenotyping confirming a further order of ribbons and paper for a stenotype machine. | ||
| View original record | 120H Rm.4/RH. 17th June, 1941. The London School of Stenotyping, 229/231, High Holborn, L O N D O N. W.C.1. Dear Sirs, You will note that we have recently ordered a further quantity of ribbons and… | ||
| scan0173 | Need for written instructions for watchmen to control employee movement during work hours. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/AA. 1204. Rm/AA.1/EH.17.6.41. The Watchmen here asked if you will them written instructions authorizing them to stop anyone going out of the gates during working hours, unless they… | ||
| scan0174 | Requesting written instructions for watchmen to control employees leaving the gates during working hours without a pass-out. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/AA. 1204 Rm/AA.1/RH.17.6.41. The Watchman here asked if you will give them written instructions authorizing them to stop anyone going out of the gates during working hours, unless they… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from Peto & Radford to W.A. Robotham arranging a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock. Essex 1204 DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over… | ||
| scan0176 | Instructing watchmen to prevent Clan Foundry employees from leaving the premises without a signed pass. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm/YFF, Rm/Wym, Rm/JD, Rm/HH, Rm/PJH. c. Watchmen. 120k It has been reported that employees of the Clan Foundry have been leaving the premises without authorization during working hours. The… | ||
| scan0177 | From 'Sg.' to 'Rm.' enclosing an extract from a letter to Mr. Minchin regarding travel arrangements for a meeting about a B.M.W. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. 1204 Sg.7/KW.19.6.41. As per telephone conversation, I enclose extract from letter to-day written to Mr. Minchin:- ".......I think it would be better if you could stay here on the… | ||
| scan0178 | Trying a Frazer-Nash car, with particular interest in its cheap and light radiator shutters. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Ev. Rm/RJH. Rm/GB. 1204 Rm.7/RH.20.6.41. Minchin is bringing a Frazer-Nash on Thursday of next week, and I think you might be interested in trying it. Attached is a description… | ||
| scan0179 | The correct procedure for watering rose trees in hot weather. | ||
| View original record | To: Hm/Wym. from Hm. 1209 Rm.2/RH.21.6.41. Watering Rose Trees. Please note that in hot weather, it is advisable to let water stand in the sun before applying it to the rose beds, otherwise the plants… | ||
| scan0180 | Typed telegram-style message from Robotham to Rupert Downing regarding a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 4 p.m. S. Whyman. 1204 22.6.41. Rupert Downing 120 Edith Road, FULHAM. IN LONDON TOMORROW MONDAY NIGHT HOSKINS FLAT SIX THIRTY STOP LEAVE MESSAGE IF YOU AND DEE CAN SUPPER WITH ME ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0181 | Letter arranging a meeting and car trial at the Works in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR, DERBY" TELEPHONES: DERBY 2424 (12 LINES) IN YOUR REPLY PLEASE QUOTE Rm.2/ET.22.6.41. 1204. 22nd June, 1941. G.R.N. MINCHIN Esq., Messrs. PETO & RADFORD,… | ||
| scan0182 | Telex message advising against a colleague taking leave to visit Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1204 23.6.41. BODDY 129 FLEET ROAD COVE SOUTH FARNBOROUGH WILL BE DERBY TUESDAY MIDDAY TILL FRIDAY NIGHT BUT DO NOT THINK VISIT WORTH TAKING OUT OF YOUR LEAVE WRITING ROBOTHAM ROYCAR | ||
| scan0183 | Clarifying bearing numbers for the 1st Motion Shaft on a Phantom III for Messrs. Inskips, New York. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hd/RP. from Rm/HH c. to Rm. Rm/HH.8/SW.24.6.41. Phantom 111 - 3-DH-7. Messrs. Inskips, New York. re 1st Motion Shaft Brgs. In reply to your memo reference Hd/RP.3/IM.23.6.41., we have… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter from Nash & Thompson Ltd. detailing a fix for an engine 'pinking' problem by modifying the spark plug holes. | ||
| View original record | 1204 NASH & THOMPSON LIMITED DIRECTORS A. FRAZER-NASH, M.I.A.E., A.M.I.MECH.E. E. GRATTAN THOMPSON C. B. LOWE ENGINEERS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT Telephones: ELMBRIDGE 5700/6 OAKCROFT ROAD… | ||
| scan0185 | Cover note for the third report dealing with major service defects. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204. BY.1/EIM.28.6.41. I am sending you as a matter of interest a copy of our third report dealing with the major Service defects, which may be used as a matter of reference. Rm (Signature) BY… | ||
| scan0186 | Analysis of major service failures on the Merlin XX engine, focusing on main bearings and over-revving issues. | ||
| View original record | BY/HB.5/EIM.24.6.41. THIRD ANALYSIS OF SERVICE FAILURES. ------------ Further to our BY/HB.5/EIM.21.3.41., we give below our analysis of major Service defects dealt with by this Department during the… | ||
| scan0187 | Modifications to engine lubrication and an investigation into connecting rod bolt failures. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY/HB.5/EIM.24.6.41. Continued : A modification has recently been put through by the Experimental Department to introduce continuous grooves on Nos. 3 & 5 main bearings in order to supply more… | ||
| scan0188 | Failures in connecting rods, reduction gears, and supercharger drives. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - BY/HB.5/EIM.24.6.41. Continued : not under-tightened as the bolts may be stretched plastically for a considerable amount without fear of failure and it is considered that failure is due purely… | ||
| scan0189 | Analysis of clutch-burning and moderate speed drive failures, focusing on grinding cracks and pinion misalignment. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - BY/HB.5/EIM.24.6.41. Continued: of aircraft controls could produce this condition. As a result of this steps are being taken to hasten the standardisation of a more positive change-over… | ||
| scan0190 | Faults and modifications related to grinding, pinion alignment, and supercharger failures. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Continued : side of the grinding wheel has been made clear. It has also been stated that the rim of the wheel should be "point ground" and not "line ground" so that the whole surface can be… | ||
| scan0191 | Failures and modifications related to magneto gears and the camshaft drive unit. | ||
| View original record | -6- BY/HB.5/EIM.24.6.41. Continued: Magneto Gears. A considerable number of engines are now in Service incorporating both parts of Mod.196 i.e. low pressure oil jet and an oil bath for the steel gear.… | ||
| scan0192 | Component failures, including camshaft bracket studs, a Merlin XX auxiliary driving bevel, and an I.A.E. pump drive. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - Continued: in No.6 journal where the bending moment would be most severe. Previous complaints have been received of camshaft bracket retaining studs pulling out of the block and a special point… | ||
| scan0193 | Confirming the return of G.P.T. plates to the Licensing Authorities. | ||
| View original record | To: D/L/AN. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.2/RH.30.6.41. 1207 In accordance with your request, we have today handed in to the Licensing Authorities, G.P.T. plates, 112 CH. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0194 | Short typed communication, formatted like a telegram, arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1204 1.7.41. COVERLEY ROTOL GLOUCESTER EXPECT TO ARRIVE ROTOLS NOON TOMORROW PLEASE CONFIRM YOU WILL BE THERE ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0195 | Letter to Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding the cost of replacing damaged parts. | ||
| View original record | 189 c. BP/CA. 4th July, 1941. Rm/Wym.4/RH. W. Watkins Esq., Commercial Manager, Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM. 1. Dear Sir, In reply to your letter of the 3rd… | ||
| scan0196 | Brief letter to Mr. Minchin regarding the performance of a B.M.W.'s weights and a car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 5th July, 1941. Rm.4/ET. G.R.N. MINCHIN Esq., Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co. Ltd., "Rundells", Latton, near HARLOW, Essex. Dear Minchin, Thank you for yours of the 1st. I agree that the B.M.W.'s… | ||
| scan0197 | From 'Rm.' to 'Hs.' recommending accommodation at Rossley Manor Country Club. | ||
| View original record | To: Hs. from Rm. 1204 Rm.1/RH.7.7.41. When I was at Rotol's the other day, I called in Rossley Manor Country Club. It is at Andoversford, just outside Cheltenham. For the payment of two shillings and… | ||
| scan0198 | Requesting the dispatch of a wooden former for front seats to an external company. | ||
| View original record | To: Hd/FC. from Rm/Wym. c. D/BP. 120h. Rm/Wym.1/RH.9.7.41. Will you please despatch to Messrs. Jackson, Millboard & Fibre Co., Ltd., Bourne End, Bucks, Wooden Former for front seats. O/N. 753. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0199 | Priority telegram from Coverley to W A Rowbotham regarding a delayed arrival at Rotol. | ||
| View original record | PRIORITY W A ROWBOTHAM ROYCAR BELPER = SORRY WILL NOT BE AT ROTOL UNTIL LATE WEDNESDAY BUT DO NOT POSTPONE VISIT AS I WILL MAKE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOU = COVERLEY | ||
| scan0200 | Letter concerning the receipt of blinds and ropes, but with missing rollers and pulleys. | ||
| View original record | 1204 8th July, 1941. Rm.3/ET. L. WISBY Esq., 110, Nothern Parade, Hilsea, PORTSMOUTH. Dear Sir, We have received the four blinds and some ropes, but no rollers or pulleys. We should be glad to know if… | ||
| scan0201 | Circulation time for technical journals and periodicals. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/FJH. from Rm. Rm/CTS. Rm/AA. Rm/EAG. Rm/Wym. Rm/Clm. Rm/TAS. Rm/RC. Rm/MHR. Rm/GB. Rm/Col. Rm/ET.8.7.41. It is sometimes as long as six weeks before a tech- nical journal completes its… | ||
| scan0202 | Personal memo regarding forwarding a letter via the Citizens' Advice Bureau and Red Cross. | ||
| View original record | PERSONAL. 1204 Rm.6/ET.8.7.41. To By/Dn. from Rm. I have had a note from Roy Hoskins, who says he cannot forward your letter to Sr., since he does not know his presend address. He suggests that you… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter to The Automobile Engineer regarding blocks for the Mark V chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Em.3/ET. 10th July, 1941. The Automobile Engineer, Dorset House, Stamford Street, LONDON, S.E. 1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 30th June, referring to the blocks of the Mark V… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter from 'The Automobile Engineer' offering printing blocks for an article on the 'Bentley Mark V Chassis'. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten Stamp: 23F] THE AUTOMOBILE ENGINEER INCORPORATING MOTOR BODY BUILDING Proprietors ILIFFE & SONS LTD DORSET HOUSE STAMFORD STREET LONDON. S.E.1 BIRMINGHAM, GUILDHALL BLDGS. NAVIGATION ST… | ||
| scan0205 | To all officials regarding the appointment of a new Resident Technical Officer. | ||
| View original record | RM / TFF 1204 To All Officials. HS.12/KW.14.7.41. Below, for your information, is given copy of a letter received from the M.A.P. (D.D/R.D.E.) concerning the appointment of a new Resident Technical… | ||
| scan0206 | The acceptance of standard No.726 Gauge for an order from Messrs. Buck & Hickman Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy/AK. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.1/RH.15.7.41 1204 With reference to the attached communication from Messrs. Buck & Hickman Ltd., re order No.42255. Please advise that we will accept the standard… | ||
| scan0207 | Requesting that an extension telephone for the design staff remain in its current position. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten]: Miss Taylor [Handwritten in red]: Please let Sn. know. Now [Handwritten]: 1904 Rm To Rm. c to Mr. Taylor. [note: 'c to' is struck through] Ev.12/JH.15.7.41. We have been told that you… | ||
| scan0208 | To Central Stores about collecting a Starter Motor and Bevel Gear Assembly from Clan Foundry and requesting the future invoice. | ||
| View original record | To: Central Stores. from Rm. Rm.11/RH.16.7.41. 1704 We collected by hand 1 Starter Motor and Bevel Gear Assembly for our test bed equipment at the Clan Foundry. We do not know what the charge will be,… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter to Thomas Robinson & Son, Ltd. acknowledging receipt of quotations and catalogues for woodworking machinery. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/EAG.6/SW. 17th July, 1941. Thomas Robinson & Son, Ltd., Railway Works, Rochdale. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your quotations and catalogues of Woodworking Machinery. This matter is having our… | ||
| scan0210 | Chasing a list of outstanding precision tools previously requested. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To Roy. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.6/JH.18.7.41. We note that the following precision tools requested in our memo. Rm/Wym.2/SW.7.2.41. are still outstanding - Combination set No.448. Inside micrometer… | ||
| scan0211 | Announcing the transfer of Mr. T. Thornton to a liaison role for carburetter supplies. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 TB. G. JM. M. JM/LS. Ryc. and all Superintendents. Sft.10/BH.18.7.41. Mr. T. Thornton has been transferred to my staff, and will, from Monday 21st July, 1941, be responsible for liaison work… | ||
| scan0212 | Employee's holiday dates. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To G/M1. from Rm/Wym. c. to Mr. Pettit. Rm/Wym.8/JH.21.7.41. Please note that E. Clements, Check No.10855 will take his holidays from 26th. July to 4th. Aug.1941. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0213 | Request for a supply of low tension black and white cable for production car wiring. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Birkett. Hythe Road, LONDON. c. to Rm/RC. 1204 Rm/Wym.5/JH.22.7.41. We are in need of some 20/36's low tension cable (Black & White) as used on the production car wiring. Can you spare a roll… | ||
| scan0214 | Remote delivery of precision tools and suggesting alternative suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Roy/JHA. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.6/JH.22.7.41. In reply to your memo. reference Roy/JHA.6/BJ.21.7.41. you state that delivery of the precision tools still outstanding on our order reference… | ||
| scan0215 | Industrial accident prevention bulletin detailing recent prosecutions, safety incentives, and best practices. | ||
| View original record | Page 33: 1209. INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION BULLETIN VOLUME 9, Number 97 MAY 1941 Issued by the Ministry of Labour & National Service Produced by The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents… | ||
| scan0216 | Industrial bulletin detailing factory accident case law and safety recommendations for benzene poisoning. | ||
| View original record | INDUSTRIAL BULLETIN—MAY 1941 VOLUME NINE—NUMBER NINETY-SEVEN PAGE 34 MARGIN FOR NOTES The Law—continued had been no time to think about it; (2) that the machine was not dangerous; (3) that the cutter… | ||
| scan0217 | Industrial bulletin page from 1941 covering health and safety, focusing on benzene poisoning and summaries of related literature. | ||
| View original record | [PAGE 38] INDUSTRIAL BULLETIN—MAY, 1941 MARGIN FOR NOTES Benzene Poisoning—continued INDUSTRIAL USES Commercial benzene (benzol) has been used in this country and abroad in very many branches of… | ||
| scan0218 | Industrial bulletin from May 1941 discussing workplace accidents, safety procedures, and chemical hazards. | ||
| View original record | INDUSTRIAL BULLETIN—MAY, 1941 MARGIN FOR NOTES Current Literature—continued Extracts Accidents in lumber manufacture—It is often claimed that, in general, the larger establishment has the better… | ||
| scan0219 | Requesting overtime payment for workers in department (181) who skipped their tea break for urgent work. | ||
| View original record | To: G/ML. from Rm/Wym. 1204 Rm/Wym.3/RH.24.7.41. This week (W.E.26.7.41) it was very necessary for men in this department (181) to work extra time on very urgent work. Will you please see that they… | ||
| scan0220 | Request to the insurance department to send a stamped Health & Pensions card to an employee. | ||
| View original record | To: Insurance Department from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.6/RH.28.8.41. 1209 Will you please send stamped 1/&1 Health & Pensions Card to :- A. Pym Esq., 5, Park Road, Mickleover, Derby. This man has been away… | ||
| scan0221 | Confirming the dispatch of requested 'Road Tests' for a Lagonda Rapier. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To M/Hew. B.3/ GLASGOW. Rm/EAG.9/SW.30.7.41. Herewith "Road Tests" for the Lagonda Rapier from the "Autocar" and "Motor", as requested. I shall be pleased to see you when you are in Derby.… | ||
| scan0222 | Clarifying that a letter intended for a Mr. Groves was misdelivered and should be directed to another Mr. Groves at the Derby Works. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Sanderson. from Rm/Wym. 1209 Rm/Wym.3/SW.31.7.41. The enclosed letter was handed to Mr. Whyman this morning by Mr. Sholliff to deliver to Mr. Groves, who was thought to be working at Belper.… | ||
| scan0223 | Notice to all officials regarding an amendment to the Essential Work Order, extending the validity of provisional certificates. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Rm Handwritten: Miss Taylor Handwritten: 1904 file Handwritten: Please arrange Rm To:- All Officials. Hs.4/JL.28.7.41. ESSENTIAL WORK (GENERAL PROVISIONS) (AMENDMENT) ORDER, 1941. We have… | ||
| scan0224 | Communication declining the use of a 39 HP Mercedes Benz for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To C. from Rm. 1204 Rm.1/CT.13.8.41. 39 H.P. MERCEDES BENZ. ------------------------ Thank you for your C.4/C.11.8.41. I am afraid that this car would not be of any use to us experimentally. Rm. | ||
| scan0225 | Cover note discussing an offer for a 1936 38 HP Mercedes-Benz Coupe. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm. C4/C11.8.41 I enclose copy of letter received from Mr. C.H. Fairbrother in regard to a 38 h.p. Mercedes-Benz Coupe. It is pretty ancient (1936) but I thought you had better see the offer… | ||
| scan0226 | Letter offering a 1936 Mercedes-Benz Coupe for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | COPY 23, Mount Pleasant Road, Chigwell, Essex. August 7th 1941 Dear Sir, I wish to bring toyour notice a 38 h.p. 1936 straight-8 super-charged streamlined Mercedes-Benz Coupe, imported into this… | ||
| scan0227 | Reorganisation of the Aero Production Drawing Office. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Ep Seen Fw. 1204 Barffitt Make Typed text: Rm. E.12/HP.11.8.41. REORGANISATION OF AERO PRODUCTION DRAWING OFFICE. -------------------------------------------------- Please note the… | ||
| scan0228 | Reorganisation of the Aero Production Drawing Office. | ||
| View original record | E.11/HP.11.8.41. REORGANISATION OF AERO PRODUCTION DRAWING OFFICE. Owing to the increasing volume of work passing through the Aero Production Drawing Office, it has been necessary to make some new… | ||
| scan0229 | Requesting an individual to deputise on the Selection Board. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EAG. from Rm. 1204 Rm.5/LT.1.9.41. SELECTION BOARD. ------------- As I shall be away from Derby most of this week, I shall be glad if you will deputise for me on the Selection Board. Rm. | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from the Ministry of Aircraft Production regarding a change of Overseer. | ||
| View original record | Rm To All Officials. 1204 Hs.15/KW.5.1.42. Below, for your information, is copy of a letter from M.A.P. regarding a change of Overseer at these Works :- MINISTRY OF AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION, P.S.4.(c),… | ||
| scan0231 | Capabilities and request process for a new Masseeley printing press at the Derby Factory. | ||
| View original record | To EV [struck through] Ru/C.E.W ✓ see E W ! Ru/H.H. Ru/PAA Ru/T.F.F. ✓ 1204 ALL OFFICIALS, SUPERINTENDENTS AND FOREMEN. MASSEELEY PRINTING PRESS. A Printing Press has been installed at the Derby… | ||
| scan0232 | Blank requisition form for Masseely printing services. | ||
| View original record | MASSEELY PRINTING. REQUISITION FROM .................... PROOF TO BE FORWARDED TO .................... PLEASE SUPPLY:- .................................... .................................... SIZE… | ||
| scan0233 | Request for copies of data sheets ADS.1 to ADS.22c and to be kept up to date with future modifications. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rbr/RRP. from Rm/RG (Clan Foundry) Rm/RG.4/ST.5.3.42. Will you please supply the undersigned with 4 copies of com- plete data sheets ADS.1 to ADS.22c inclusive. Will you please arrange to keep… | ||
| scan0234 | Copy of a telegram relaying a message from Bomber Command about a heavily damaged Lancaster that returned to base, praising its workmanship. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Clan Foundry +206 1204. COPY OF TELEGRAM FROM M.A.P. April 21st, 1942. AP.275. 21/4 NOT FOR PUBLICATION IN PRESS. FOR INFORMATION OF ALL WORKMEN ENGAGED ON LANCASTER. FOLLOWING MESSAGE RECEIVED… | ||
| scan0235 | To all officials regarding new payment procedures for the Directors' Dining Room. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: RM EO, Rm/Wyman / FHH. DH TD [crossed out] CTS / JNR / mrsed Penfwym. Handwritten: 1204 To:- All Officials. Hs.5/DK.9.5.42. Directors' Dining Room. It has become necessary to tighten up… | ||
| scan0236 | Report listing chassis and unit mileage up to 31st January 1944. | ||
| View original record | 1208 Chassis To Wym from Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm. Wym/C.Lee. 1/OH. 8.2.44. We give below the chassis and unit mileage up to and including 31st January, 1944. CHASSIS. CHASSIS MILEAGE UNIT NO. UNIT MILEAGE… | ||
| scan0237 | Status report on the progress of various components including gearboxes, an aluminium engine, and pendulum levers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 GEARBOXES. 7 modified Gearboxes were partly machined in the early days of the war, they were instructed for completion by February, 1941. At a meeting with Hs. in June 1941 these boxes were again… | ||
| scan0238 | List of drawing office equipment required for the P.W.C. Job. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Wym. c. to Rm. c. to Ev/JD. Wym.12/OH. 10.2.44. P.W.C. - Works Order No. 52400. Confirming our conversation this afternoon with regard to Drawing Office equipment for the P.W.C. Job,… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter discussing wartime production challenges, including requisitioned files and a Board of Trade license for prototype chassis materials. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - In the early days of the war when the chassis job was kicked out, nearly all our files and drawings were tied up in bundles and deposited in the Strong Room, and all the cabinets etc., were… | ||