Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Delays and costs related to the patterns and casting of 8-cylinder and 6-cylinder car engines. | ||
| View original record | 1260 also 1044 Mr. Walker (P.S.) c. HPS. c. RHC/Vs. Rml/R.17.11.38. PATTERNS - CAR ENGINES. A discussion took place between HPS., Mr. Walker, Mr. Vickers and Rm. to clear up the troubles which have… | ||
| scan0002 | Foundry pattern shrinkage issues and a proposal for a new car engine programme with 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder variants. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rml/R.17.11.38. The point was then raised by Mr. Walker that the trouble in the Foundry with the 8-cyl. pattern since its arrival was due to shrinkage of the original pattern, this pattern being… | ||
| scan0003 | List of questions regarding the costs, specifications, and delivery for new engine pattern equipment. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rml/R.17.11.38. (1) What new pattern equipment will be necessary to complete the range of engines specified.? (2) What will this equipment cost? (3) How will the cost be divided between the… | ||
| scan0004 | Progress report on the production of Crankcase and Cylinder components for Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Copies of this to be attached to Rm/R/17/11/38 BENTLEY 60 UNIT Crankcase and Cylinder. EB.3778 Print to Pattern Shop (Direct from D.O.) 6.5.38. First casting received 12.8.38. (Total 3) Pattern… | ||
| scan0005 | Defending against accusations of delay in producing B.80 castings by detailing issues with receiving prints and design instructions. | ||
| View original record | Rm. c. HPS. c. RHC/Vs. Sft/EW1/BH.21.11.38. CAR PATTERNS - EXPERIMENTAL. With reference to your memo' Rm1/R.17.11.38, re the delay in producing a B.80 casting, your remarks in paragraph 3 are entirely… | ||
| scan0006 | Casting patterns, shrinkage, and new equipment for experimental Bentley engine programmes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Sft/EW1/BH.21.11.38. castings, then because we make a 20% alteration, converting into the B.80, using the original parts etc., same is not correct. Our opinion is this; if our foundry had used… | ||
| scan0007 | Costing and timeline estimates for Bentley 80 and Bentley 60 engine castings and patterns. | ||
| View original record | -3- Sft/EW1/BH.21.11.38. (3) Bentley 80. Monoblock 3½" bore. As stated, probably 6 sets of castings now being produced, are all you require. If a production set is required the approximate… | ||
| scan0008 | Request for costs and delivery dates for various engine patterns. | ||
| View original record | 1260 To Roy/Les. from Rm. Rm.18/MH.24.11.38. PATTERNS. Costs and delivery dates required for patterns. (1) Repeat quotation for 4¼-litre 6-cyl. engine and delivery date. (2) Quotation for converting… | ||
| scan0009 | Recommending the Pattern & Model Co, Ltd. of Coventry as a potential supplier for patterns. | ||
| View original record | Miss Reece 1260. FILE WITH WACKERS QUOTATION ON PATTERNS To Rm. Rm Roy/Les 8/ER 20.1.39 Outside Patterns. Whilst in Coventry, we had a look over the Pattern & Model Co, Ltd., and find that these… | ||
| scan0010 | Copy of a letter received from Humber Ltd. regarding a reference for the Pattern Model Company Ltd. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER RECEIVED FROM Humber Ltd., For the attention of Mr Leslie, Dear Sirs, Your letter written for the attention of Mr Winter, of the 9th inst., has been passed over to us owing to out close… | ||
| scan0011 | Letter from a pattern maker regarding the conversion of a 6 cylinder block pattern to an 8 cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. quoting prices for interchangeable 6 and 8 cylinder casting patterns. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0013 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for cylinder block patterns and coreboxes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0014 | To the Pattern Shop regarding new 8-cylinder engine patterns and a request for a firm quotation. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Walker, (Pattern Shop) c. H.P.S. Rm2/R.26.1.39. PATTERN ABOUT TO BE INSTRUCTED FOR CONVENTIONAL LINE 8 ENGINE. Confirming our discussion on the subject, we hand you herewith drawings of the… | ||
| scan0015 | Time and cost estimate for producing a Cylinder Head pattern for a Conventional Line 8 Engine. | ||
| View original record | 1260 RM. G.HPS. Sft/EW/WP. 7.2.39. PATTERN - CONVENTIONAL LINE 8 ENGINE. With reference to your memo RM.2/R.26.1.39. re the above, it should be noted we have received Cylinder Head drawings complete,… | ||
| scan0016 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for a mahogany pattern and coreboxes for a cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0017 | Approximate working times and material costs to produce patterns for a Conventional Line 8 Engine crankcase. | ||
| View original record | 1260. RM. c.c HPS. [struck through] Sft/EW/WP. 14.2.39. PATTERN - CONVENTIONAL LINE 8 ENGINE. With further reference to your memo RM.2/R of 26.1.39 re the above, we have now received final drawings… | ||
| scan0018 | Querying a discrepancy in cost quotes for a Conventional Line 8 Engine. | ||
| View original record | 1260. Sft/EW. Rm1/R.17.2.39. PATTERN - CONVENTIONAL LINE 8 ENGINE. With reference to Sft/EW/WP.14.2.39. converting the 1,550 man hours which you mention as the time allowance for the Conventional… | ||
| scan0019 | Costs and construction of patterns for a Conventional Line 8 engine. | ||
| View original record | 1260. Rm. Sft/EW/WP. 20.2.39. PATTERN - CONVENTIONAL LINE 8 ENGINE. With reference to your memo Rm1/R.17.2.39 re the above costs. It should be noted that our memo Sft/EW1/BH.21.11.38 was for the… | ||
| scan0020 | Pattern instructions for an 8-cylinder engine with a high-power head and dry liner. | ||
| View original record | 1260. Da. from Rm. c. Da/Jnr. Rm10/R.21.2.39. We have just instructed a set of patterns for the 8-cyl. cast iron units. We want to instruct a high-power head to go on this crankcase as an alternative… | ||
| scan0021 | The collection and storage of experimental chassis unit patterns and castings for various engines. | ||
| View original record | 1260 To Sgt/EW. from Rm/Swdl. c. RHC/Vs. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.18.9.39. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS UNIT PATTERNS ETC. We wish to collect for storage at Shardlow all the patterns and castings apertaining to the above… | ||
| scan0022 | Status of 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder engine patterns for post-war production. | ||
| View original record | 1260 To RHC/Vs. from Rm. c. Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/CTS. PATTERNS. We are anxious to be sure that we have got the pattern situation straight on our new range of engines so that if we want to get into… | ||
| scan0023 | Production requirements for 6 and 8-cylinder engine castings and patterns. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.2/MH.25.9.39. We should also be glad to know how many castings you will be prepared to take off these patterns for 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder cast iron engines, and what additional equipment, if… | ||
| scan0024 | List of pattern and core boxes for an experimental Bentley V project. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Bentley V. 60, 80 Pattern & Core Boxes. EB.4934. EB.4963 DB.2451 EXS.1755. EB.4961 EB.4998 GB.4178 E.89432 EB.4594 GB.5198 EB.4922 EB.4595 DB.2451. EB.4444 EB.4593 GB.5089 EB.3856 EB.4596… | ||
| scan0025 | To the Glasgow Factory regarding the review and use of engine patterns for a post-war program. | ||
| View original record | 1260 TO Mr. Vickers (Foundry) at Glasgow Factory. Rm/CTS.2/JH.24.11.39. Patterns. Further to your last conversation with Rm. re the position of patterns for the cast iron 6 and 8 cylinder engines. We… | ||
| scan0026 | Confirming the transfer of an unfinished pattern and core boxes to the Glasgow Factory. | ||
| View original record | C.T.S. Have sent you a memo re drawings. Pm Rm. c to Rm/CTS. Vs/Mn. 6/SS. 28.11.39. Glasgow Factory - Foundry Section. To confirm that acting on an arrangement between yourself and Vs. and with the… | ||
| scan0027 | Pattern equipment for a 'Straight 8' engine and drawings for a new 4-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | C.G.T.W. C.T.S. Am relying on you to let them have necessary engine drawings Rm Rm/CTS. c. to Vs/Mn (292 Burton Road, Derby) x c. to Rm. x Vs. 6/St. 29.11.39. In reply to your memo Ref. Rm/CTS. 2/JH.… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter to Mr. Vickers at The Foundry, Glasgow, regarding drawings for 'Alum 8' patterns. | ||
| View original record | 1260 To Mr. Vickers. The Foundry, Glasgow. Rm/CTS.5/MH.29.11.39. With further reference to the "Alum 8" patterns with which you are dealing, and the detail drawings which you will require. In order to… | ||
| scan0029 | Acknowledging receipt of drawings for B.80 components and requesting drawing E.B. 4098. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W. Rm/CTS. Vs/Mn. 20/St. 13.12.39. We are in receipt of Drawings No. E.B. 5079, B.80 Crank Case and Cylinders, E.B. 5020, B.80 Breather Connection and E.B. 5100, B. 80 Cylinder Head. We need also… | ||
| scan0030 | Request for a detailed list of 'Alum 8' chassis patterns currently located at the Glasgow factory. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Vickers - Foundry Glasgow factory, Black 6. Hillington, Industrial Estate, GLASGOW. c. to Mr. Walker - Pattern Shop. Rm/CTS.9/JH.21.12.39. With reference to the patterns for the "Alum 8" now in… | ||
| scan0031 | The receipt of a Pattern and Core Box and a reminder about patterns for Aluminium Castings. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W. Vs/Mn. 4/St. 26.12.39. Rm/CTS. Derby. With reference to your memo RM/CTS 9/JH 21.12.39, we have to date received the Pattern and Core Box for E.B. 5079 only in "Alum. 8". We would take this… | ||
| scan0032 | Clarifying a misunderstanding regarding the storage and unauthorised movement of experimental chassis unit patterns. | ||
| View original record | C.T.S. Should like to discuss with you Sft/EW/WP.28.12.39. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS UNIT PATTERNS, ETC., With reference to our enquiries and Mr. Pegg's interview with you concerning the above, he has now… | ||
| scan0033 | To Mr. Vickers regarding future patterns and the storage of existing experimental car patterns. | ||
| View original record | W/G - To Mr. Vickers. I understand that for most of this week you will be celebrating the New Year in Scotland. When you have finished these festivities, we should like to have a talk with you about… | ||
| scan0034 | To Mr. Vickers confirming a telephone conversation to proceed with castings for B.40. | ||
| View original record | W/G. To Mr.Vickers. Rm/CTS.4/KP.4.1.40. This is to confirm Rm's Telephone coversation with you, asking that you should proceed with the castings for B.40. mentioned in our memo: Rm.2/MH.15.12.39.… | ||
| scan0035 | Proposing a visit to Derby to discuss future car patterns and their storage methods. | ||
| View original record | C.T.S. Please note Rm G.6/W. Rm. Vs. 4/St. 12.1.40. We are hoping to visit Derby towards the end of next week, ending 20th and will inform you later of the exact date of the visit. We propose to call… | ||
| scan0036 | To arrange a meeting in Derby to discuss the outstanding points on the new car engines. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W. To: Rm. Vs/C. 20.1.40. I shall be in Derby on Tuesday next the 23rd January and propose calling in to see you to discuss the outstanding points in connection with the new car engines. I propose… | ||
| scan0037 | Short memo to Vickers in Glasgow regarding a meeting in Derby to discuss pattern work. | ||
| View original record | VICKERS. Halfway 1719. Glasgow. WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO DERBY ANXIOUS TO DISCUSS PATTERN WORK WITH YOU. Robotham. | ||
| scan0038 | Letter to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. enclosing drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1246. Rm.3/JH. 25th. January, 1940. The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co., Harper Road, COVENTRY. Dear Sirs, We attach herewith drawings No.D.13069 Sheets 1 and 2. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE… | ||
| scan0039 | Chassis programme, foundry work, and a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | To Uo (Glasgow) c HPS/RH 1246 Rm/CTS.4/BA. 25.1.40 Chassis Programme Foundry Work re meeting at Derby. see file 1202. | ||
| scan0040 | Request to dispatch attached parts to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. in Coventry. | ||
| View original record | 1246. To D/BP. c.c. to Hd/FC. Rm.6/JH.25.1.40. Will you please despatche the attached parts to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. Harper Road, Coventry. Rm. | ||
| scan0041 | Listing promised delivery dates for Induction Pipes patterns. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. C.T.S. HPS/RH.6/BA.2.2.40. INDUCTION PIPES. We give herewith promised delivery dates for Induction Pipes patterns as requested. Part No. | Type. | bore. | Pattern Instd. | Pattern promised. |… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter to Mr. Goss, a Pattern and Model Maker, requesting an urgent estimate for a pattern and core boxes following a cancelled meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1246 File Rm/CTS.1/BA. 5th February, 1940. Mr. Goss, Patternaand Model Maker, Harper Road, COVENTRY. Dear Sir, A meeting was fixed for January 30th, between yourself and Mr. Vickers and the writer at… | ||
| scan0043 | Request to dispatch 7 half core boxes for an Alum '8' engine to The Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. in Coventry. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. G/Mt. c. GEA. (Glasgow). c. Vs. (Glasgow). Rm/Hm.1/BA.8.2.40. Will you please despatch 7 half core boxes, EB.4670 ( Alum '8' engine), Cylinder Block and Crankcase to, The Pattern and Model… | ||
| scan0044 | Confirmation note regarding the despatch of core boxes from stores in Shardlow to a manufacturing company in Coventry. | ||
| View original record | BLOCK 4./W. To:- RM/CTS. Ref. Vs/BM. 3/BW. 9.2.40. This is to confirm that 7-1/2 Core Boxes, EB.4670 have been taken from stores in Shardlow, and instructions issued to Mr Matthews, Central Stores,… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. regarding modifications and prints for engine components. | ||
| View original record | 1246 File Rm/CTS.2/BA. 9th. February, 1940. The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. Harper Road, COVENTRY. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter dated 7th. February, concerning the Induction Pipe… | ||
| scan0046 | The consolidation and organisation of chassis patterns at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | 12 46 To TB/EW. Rm/CTS.4/ML.14.2.40. Patterns at Shardlow. Further to your Memo. ref: Sft/EW/WP.28.12.39 we are anxious that the patterns for nationalised chassis should be stored in one place, in… | ||
| scan0047 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for a First Class mahogany Pattern & Coreboxes for an Induction Pipe. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR : W GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0048 | Request to issue an official order for a pattern and corebox for a relief valve casing. | ||
| View original record | 1246 G.6/W To: Rm (Derby) Vs/C. 8/MF. 21.2.40 Chassis Will you please issue official order on Messrs. Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. Harper Road, Coventry for the following Pattern and Corebox… | ||
| scan0049 | Request to issue an order to Messrs Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. for a pattern of corebox. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Roy. Rm.16./ML.23.2.40. Will you please issue an order to Messrs Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co., Harper Road, Coventry, for pattern of corebox for drawing RE. 137. Price = £6. 7. 6. Rm. | ||
| scan0050 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for patterns and coreboxes for an 'Exhaust Manifold Pipe'. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0051 | Poor storage conditions for patterns at Shardlow and recommending their relocation. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Sft/EW/WP.27.2.40. PATTERNS AT SHARDLOW. With reference to your memo Rm/CTS.4/ML.14.2.40 and our telephone conversations concerning the above, I have been along to Shardlow to inspect where these… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to The Pattern & Model Co. regarding a delay in sending a crankcase pattern. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Rm/OTS.9/NL. 28th. Feb: 1940. The Pattern & Model Co., Harper Street, Coventry. Dear Sirs, Herewith RE.112, the 3.500 bore version of the crankcase pattern, which you have in hand. The delay in… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. acknowledging a letter and enclosing drawings RE. 112. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. 1246. PROPRIETOR; W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter apologising for a missed meeting and seeking to rearrange it to discuss patterns for castings. | ||
| View original record | 1246. File (Foundry of Castings) Rm. TB/JWW. 13/AH. 8.3.40. I must apologise for not having called upon you during the week, in order to discuss the question of Patterns, but unfortunately I had to be… | ||
| scan0055 | Despatch of a pattern, proof casting, and coreboxes, and the forwarding of related drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1246 G.6/W To: RM/CTS (Derby) Vs/C. 4/MF. 12.3.40 We have to-day despatched to you one case containing one Pattern No.R.E. 132 (+ 5 Coreboxes and 1 Core Packing Frame) and 1 Proof Casting in… | ||
| scan0056 | History and unknown location of patterns for an 8-cylinder aluminium experimental car engine. | ||
| View original record | 1246 W/G. Vs. Rm.4/ML.13.3.40. PATTERNS FOR EXPERIMENTAL CAR ENGINES. We are concerned at the position in which we find ourselves with regard to the patterns of the 8-cylinder aluminium car engine. In… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter expressing frustration over delays and the unknown location of manufacturing patterns for chassis development. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.4/ML.13.3.40. You will therefore note that since your first statement that you were anxious to get in touch with development on the chassis side, and to do this would be willing to… | ||
| scan0058 | Confirming the despatch of a pattern and corebox for the arrangement of iron castings. | ||
| View original record | 1246 File. G.6/W. To: Rm/CTS (Derby) Vs/C. 13.3.40. Further to our Memo. ref. Vs/C. 4/MF. 12.3.40. we have today despatched one small parcel containing Pattern No. R.E. 137 and one Corebox and we… | ||
| scan0059 | Dispatch of core-boxes and questioning the billing responsibility with the Glasgow Factory. | ||
| View original record | 1246. D/BP10/M.14.3.40. RM. Re Core-boxes EB.4670 for the Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. Coventry. In accordance with instructions given in Rm/Hm.1/BA.8.2.40 we despatched 7 half core-boxes… | ||
| scan0060 | Advice note from a pattern maker detailing the despatch of patterns and coreboxes for an RE Engine. | ||
| View original record | 1246 ADVICE NOTE. File Pattern THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. 18th March 1940. M......essrs Rolls-Royce, Limited. Derby. Please note the following goods have… | ||
| scan0061 | Advice note detailing the dispatch of engine patterns, coreboxes, and moulding parts. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. 18th March 1943 Messrs Rolls-Royce, Limited. Derby. Please note the following goods have been despatched to you… | ||
| scan0062 | Advice note detailing the despatch of patterns, coreboxes, and gauges for engine components. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. 18th.March.1940.....193 Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited. Please note the following goods have been despatched to you… | ||
| scan0063 | Advice note detailing the dispatch of patterns, coreboxes, and gauges for an engine crankcase and cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. 18th March 1946 M......Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited................... Please note the following goods have been… | ||
| scan0064 | Advice note from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. listing despatched engine patterns and moulding parts. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. Derby. 18th March 1943 Please note the following goods have been despatched to you… | ||
| scan0065 | Advice note for the despatch of various crankcase and cylinder block/head patterns and coreboxes. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO., Phone 5124. HARPER ROAD, COVENTRY. 18th March. 1940......193 M...essrs Rolls-Royce, Limited.. Derby. Please note the following goods have been… | ||
| scan0066 | Payment for the transport of 7 half core boxes. | ||
| View original record | 1249 File To D/BP. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.3/SW.19.3.40. With reference to your memo D/BP.10/MM.14.3.40. We are sorry, that you have had some trouble in arrangeing payment for the transport of 7 half core… | ||
| scan0067 | Delivery of pattern equipment for experimental straight-8 and 4-bore car engines. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W. 124b Vs. 3/IA. 20.3.40. To:- Rm. PATTERNS FOR EXPERIMENTAL CAR ENGINES. In reply to your memo reference Rm. 4/ML. 13.3.40, we should like to inform you that the whole of the Pattern Equipment… | ||
| scan0068 | For the Pattern Department regarding received patterns and core boxes and advising of outstanding drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1246 File Rm/Mr. Salt Sft/EW/WP.20.3.40. PATTERN DEPT. Herewith, advice notes for Patterns and Core boxes received from Messrs. Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co., Coventry. It should be noted,… | ||
| scan0069 | Query regarding a charge for a mahogany pattern and corebox for a relief valve, and its incorrect delivery to Glasgow instead of Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Rm. G/WFH/AT.29/MM.21.3.40 We have received a charge from The Pattern & Model Manfg. Co. for one Mahogony Pattern and Corebox of Relief Valve, Drawing RE.137. Suppliers state that these patterns… | ||
| scan0070 | The B.40. Engine (75m/m), referencing file 1064. | ||
| View original record | To HPS HPS | RH Knagg Wheeler Walker 1246 Rm/CTS.11/JH. 27.3.40 B.40. Engine (75m/m) see file 1064 | ||
| scan0071 | Confirming the receipt of pattern RE.137 at Derby, which was supplied via Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | 1246 To G/WFH/AT. Rm/CTS.5/JH.28.3.40. With reference to your G/WFH/AT.29/MM.21.3.40. The pattern RE.137 has been supplied to us through Glasgow, and has been received at Derby. Rm/CTS. | ||
| scan0072 | New pattern required for the rationalised six-cylinder engine crank-case. | ||
| View original record | 1246 f 1117 To HPS. c.c. to RPS/RH. Rm/OT.6/JH.28.3.40. Chassis Division Six Cylinder Engine. Will you please note, that a new pattern is now required to produce the rationalised six cylinder… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter to The Pattern & Model Co. Ltd. authorising them to proceed with an order for an induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | 1246? Experimental Dept., Rm.S/ML./CTS 29.3.40. The Pattern & Model Co.Ltd., Harper Road, Coventry. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter dated 19th. February concerning an Induction Pipe RE.176.… | ||
| scan0074 | Request to issue a covering order for pattern and coreboxes for an induction pipe to a Coventry-based company. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Les. Rm/CTS/CK 5-4-40 Will you please issue a covering order to: The Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Harper Rd. Coventry For: Pattern and Coreboxes for Induction Pipe to drawing RE 176.… | ||
| scan0075 | Reports on B.40 proof castings, noting the cylinder head requires alteration. | ||
| View original record | 1246. File Rm/Mr. Salt. Sft/EW/WP.16.4.40. Re :- B.40. We attache herewith, reports received from our Experimental Dept. of Proof Castings as marked out by them. It should be noted that these Patterns… | ||
| scan0076 | Requesting the rectification of faults found during the proof inspection of B.40 patterns. | ||
| View original record | 1246 To Sft/EW. Rm/CTS.1/JH.18.4.40. B.40 Patterns. We will be much obliged if you will rectify the faults shown up b the proof inspection in your memo. Sft/EW/WP.16.4.40. and the report is returned… | ||
| scan0077 | List of 18 observed defects or measurement discrepancies on a cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | 137. Mr.Walker. Mr.Edwards. RE.109. CYLINDER HEAD. 10.4.40. A/C. (1) Profile of cyl. block joint face should have .100 rad. all round. It is now sharp cornered. (2) 2.125 cored dia. inside water… | ||
| scan0078 | Casting defects and dimensional inconsistencies for a lower half crankcase. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Walker. Mr. Edwards. 116 3.4.40. Crankcase - lower half - RE.108. A/C. (1) The casting appears to have shrunk too much lengthways, it is now - .040 on the overall length. (2) The core is .075 to… | ||
| scan0079 | Faults and required corrections for an exhaust manifold, crankcase, and cylinders. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Walker. Mr. Knagg. 107 2.4.40. RE 132 EXHAUST MANIFOLD 1/C. (1) The outlet branch core is .150 small on the diameter. (2) There is .050 surplus round the four faces. (3) The flanges of the four… | ||
| scan0080 | Modifications to engine patterns for the E.83 Alum Unit. | ||
| View original record | 1246 & 1044 To STS/EF. c. to HFS. c. to KP/ML. Rm/CRS.17/JH.19.4.40. E.83 Alum Unit. With reference to the above unit. STS/EF has stated, that there is 200 hours work necessary to complete the… | ||
| scan0081 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for engine patterns and coreboxes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0082 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for engine cylinder head and crankcase patterns. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0083 | Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for aluminium moulding box parts. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 5124. PROPRIETOR: W. GOSS. THE PATTERN & MODEL MANUFACTURING CO. MAKERS OF HIGH-CLASS PATTERNS & MODELS FOR THE MOTOR AND GENERAL ENGINEERING TRADES. SPECIALISTS IN PATTERNS FOR AIR-COOLED &… | ||
| scan0084 | Clarifying the order of priority for chassis and engine pattern work. | ||
| View original record | 1246 MCR/BN. from Rm. c. HPS. n. HPS/RH. Ra/CTS.2./JS.23.4.40. CHASSIS PATTERN WORK. In order to clarify the position of pattern work regarding order of priority on the engine section, we would like… | ||
| scan0085 | Request for a set of prints for the 'Aluminium 's'' unit, as the pattern shop has no drawings to proceed. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Ev/HH. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.3/JS.25.4.40. Aluminium 's'. Will you please supply a set of prints to the pattern shop, necessary to complete the above unit. At the present time they have no drawings… | ||
| scan0086 | Official order request for patterns and coreboxes for R.E. engines to be delivered to Derby. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W To: Rm (Derby) Vs. 10/MF. 26.4.40 Will you please issue official order on Messrs. Pattern and Model Mfg. Co. Harper Road, Coventry, for the undernoted Patterns and Coreboxes delivered to Messrs.… | ||
| scan0087 | Priced list of Honduras Mahogany patterns and Aluminium moulding box parts for R.E. engines. | ||
| View original record | Brought Forward £ 772. 7. 6 1 First Class Honduras Mahogany Pattern of Engine Crankcase Power Half mounted on Special Built Up Plywood Pattern Plates . Steelfaced to suit Moulding Box Parts 1 Main… | ||
| scan0088 | Request to issue an official order for the transport of patterns from Coventry to Derby. | ||
| View original record | G.6/W To: Rm (Derby) Vs. 9/MF. 26.4.40 Will you please issue official order on Messrs. Pattern and Model Mfg. Co., Harper Road, Coventry, for the undernoted Transport:- Transport on Patterns to Derby… | ||
| scan0089 | Request to issue an order for pattern and corebox manufacturing for an exhaust manifold pipe. | ||
| View original record | C.T.S. 1246 G.6/W. To: Rm (Derby). Please make sure these are satisfactory. They are satisfactory. f.ff Vs/C. 1/IA. 2.5.40. Will you please issue official order on Messrs. Pattern & Model… | ||
| scan0090 | Status report on the casting and material composition of four experimental cylinder blocks. | ||
| View original record | X Rm. c to HPS. (Exp. Dept.) c to Mr. Hollingworth. (Exp. Dept.) 1246 File CTS ? what about this? JRD/KNG.2/JT.3.5.40. Iron Foundry. Experimental Cylinder Blocks B.40 - RE.107. The position of the… | ||
| scan0091 | Request for performance and wear data on engine blocks after testing to be recorded. | ||
| View original record | analyses after they have undergone their test, and it will be of interest to keep records of the performance of these blocks, expedially the wearing property of the bores, and we should be pleased to… | ||
| scan0092 | Request to issue an official order for exhaust pipe patterns and coreboxes to a supplier. | ||
| View original record | Les from Rm. Rm.6/ML.16.5.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co., Harper Road, Coventry, for the following pattern and corebox delivered to Vs. at… | ||
| scan0093 | Questioning the price discrepancy for a 4-cylinder engine pattern quotation. | ||
| View original record | To Vs. from Rm. Rm.3/JMc.21.5.40. 4-Cyl. Engine Patterns. Vs.10/MF.26.4.40. We are somewhat disconcerted by the price which we are asked to approve for the 4-cyl. engine pattern. On Dec. 14th, 1938,… | ||
| scan0094 | Brief internal memo requesting a reply to a previous letter regarding 4-cylinder engine patterns. | ||
| View original record | To Vs. from Rm. Rm.10/JMS.8.6.40. 4-Cyl. Engine Patterns. Vs.10/MF.26.4.40. Will you please reply to our letter reference Rm.3/JMc. of 21.5.40. Rm. | ||
| scan0095 | Chasing a reply to previous correspondence regarding 4-cylinder engine patterns. | ||
| View original record | To Vs. from Rm. Rm.6/JMS.29.6.40. 4-cyl. engine patterns. Vs.10/MF.26.4.40. We have received no reply to our letters dated 21.5.40 or to Rm.10/JMS.8.6.40. Will you please give this matter your… | ||
| scan0096 | Explaining delays and increased costs for 4-cylinder engine patterns, and proposing a meeting to discuss the details. | ||
| View original record | 1246 G6/ W. Vs. 1/HM. 1. 7. 40. To: Rm. 4-Cyl. Engine Patterns. I regret the delay in replying to your memos in connection with the above parts owing to pressure of work in connection with the… | ||
| scan0097 | To arrange a meeting in Derby to discuss 4-cylinder engine patterns and wooden car models. | ||
| View original record | 1246 W/G. Vs. from Rm. Rm.15/ML.10.7.40. 4 CYLINDER ENGINE PATTERNS. Vs/1/HM/4.7.40. Thank you for your Memo. Monday or Tuesday are the best days as I am at this time in Derby most weeks. Will you let… | ||
| scan0098 | Acknowledging a previous memo and arranging a meeting in Derby regarding 4 cylinder engine patterns. | ||
| View original record | 1246 G6/W. Vs. 8/HM. 15. 7. 40. To: Rm. 4 CYLINDER ENGINE PATTERNS. I am in receipt of your memo of the 10th instant in connection with the above, and would advise you that I shall be in Derby on… | ||
| scan0099 | Request for an estimate for alterations made to a 4-cylinder crankcase and cylinder pattern, RE.107. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Walker. Pattern Shop. c. Mr. Nagg. Iron Foundry. Rm.11/ML.8.8.40. We are being pressed to release payment for the 4-cylinder crankcase and cylinder pattern RE.107, which was completed on 12.4.40.… | ||
| scan0100 | List of modifications for patterns of an exhaust manifold and crankcase/cylinders. | ||
| View original record | Rm.11/ML.8.8.40. MODIFICATIONS TO PATTERNS. RE. 132 EXHAUST MANIFOLD. 1/C. (1) The outlet branch core is .150 small on the diameter. (2) There is .050 surplus round the four faces. (3) The flanges of… | ||
| scan0101 | From the Pattern Department regarding the approximate time for alterations to patterns RE.107 and RE.132. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Sft/EW/WP.16.8.40. PATTERN DEPT. Re your memo Rm.11/ML.8.8.40. The approximate time for alterations to patterns RE.107 and RE.132, is 14 hours, which covers alterations as on report of 8.8.40.… | ||
| scan0102 | Instruction to issue an order to the Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. with a deduction for alterations. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.18.8.40. Will you please issue an order to the Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co., Coventry. for the sum of £772. 7s. 6d. less £4. 10s. being the sum charged for alterations… | ||
| scan0103 | Responding to a request, stating that a covering order cannot be sent due to missing piece, pattern, or order numbers. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Sft/Les.2/B.22.8.40. Re: Rm.13/ML.18.8.40. We attach your memo to Roy. asking for a covering order to be sent to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co., Coventry. This note, however, gives no… | ||
| scan0104 | Requesting an order to be issued for pattern alterations and transport costs. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm. Will you please issue an order to the Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co., Coventry, for the sum of £976. 17s. 6d. less £4. 10s. being the sum charged for alterations which had to be… | ||
| scan0105 | List of patterns and coreboxes for RE engines, delivered to the Derby works, with associated costs. | ||
| View original record | COPY. G.G./W. To Mr. Derby. Vs. 10/MF.26.4.40. List of Patterns and Coreboxes delivered to Messrs Rolls Royce Derby, and for which we have asked you to issue an official order in our Memo. attached.… | ||
| scan0106 | Costed list of patterns and moulding parts for an engine crankcase and cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Vs. 10/MF.26.4.40. Brought Forward £ 772. 7. 6. 1 First Class Honduras Mahogany Pattern of Engine Crankcase Power Half mounted on Special Built Up Plywood Pattern Plates Steelfaced to… | ||
| scan0107 | To the Pattern Shop requesting the status of various car engine patterns for crankcases. | ||
| View original record | 12446 To Mr. Walker. (Pattern Shop). Rm/CTS.9/ET.9.10.40. CAR ENGINE PATTERNS. -------------------- Further to my conversation with Mr. Bradley, will you kindly let us know the true position of the… | ||
| scan0108 | Confirming the production of a pattern and 6 aluminium castings for Chassis Cam Wheel RE.1624. | ||
| View original record | 1246 Patterns To Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) from Rm/CTS. Copy to Mr. Wheeler (Aluminium Foundry) Rm/CTS.3/ET.22.10.40. CHASSIS CAM WHEEL - RE.1624. --------------------------------------- This is to… | ||
| scan0109 | To the Pattern Shop regarding new and modified patterns for a water pump. | ||
| View original record | 1246 To Mr. Walker.(Pattern Shop). Rm/CTS.8/ET.3.1.41. B.60 and B.80 Water pump. Some time ago we handed you the drawing RE.1989 for a pattern to suit a new water pump casing. We attach hereto… | ||
| scan0110 | To the Pattern Shop regarding modifications for casting the B.40 Inlet Pipe. | ||
| View original record | 1246 To Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop). Rm/CTS.5/ET.21.1.41 B.40 Inlet Pipe. This is to confirm that we have handed to your Mr. Bradley RR.2050 Inlet Pipe for the above. The main bore is shown as 1.1875… | ||
| scan0111 | Request sent to the Pattern Shop for patterns to be made for a B.M.40 Distributor Housing, for the purpose of creating aluminium castings. | ||
| View original record | 1246 To Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) Experimental Dept. Rm/CTS.2/ET.22.1.41. B.M.40. Distributor We send you herewith:- RE.1907 - Distributor Housing. Will you please have the necessary patterns made, so… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter confirming a visit to Clan Foundry Belper regarding the production of a Supercharger Pattern and small vanes. | ||
| View original record | File Patterns 1246. Rm. Clan Foundry Belper. TB/JWW. 4/AH. 25.3.41. This is to confirm your visit to the Foundry of to-day's date, and to state that we will contact Mr. Walker of the Pattern Shop… | ||
| scan0113 | Completing a universal pattern for various 6-cylinder engines and ensuring it is up-to-date. | ||
| View original record | Rm/HH. from Rm. Patterns Rm.2/ML.9.5.41. 1246 We are now about to get the universal pattern completed from which we shall make 3 1/4, 3 1/2, 3 3/4, and 75 mm. bore 6-cylinder engines. Will you please… | ||
| scan0114 | Universal pattern for the production of various 6-cylinder engines. | ||
| View original record | Sft/EW. from Rm. c. Hs. Patterns Rm.4/MI.9.5.41. 1296 UNIVERSAL PATTERN FOR THE PRODUCTION OF S2, S3, S4, and 75 mm. BORE - 6-CYLINDER ENGINES. Drawings : RE.269. RE.106. RE.693. RE.136. It has been… | ||
| scan0115 | Alteration of universal patterns for six-cylinder engine production. | ||
| View original record | 1296 To TB/EW. from Rm. Rm.12/BT.14.5.41. UNIVERSAL PATTERNS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES ------------------------- Thank you for TB/EW/WB.12.5.41. We note your remarks about altering… | ||
| scan0116 | To the Pattern Shop requesting the production of patterns for experimental brake components. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr. Walker, Pattern Shop. c. Mr. Wheeler. Mr. Edwards. Mr. Knagg. 1296 Rm/MHR.2/RH.4.7.41. Will you please produce patterns for the following experimental pieces : RG.2597 Brake Shoe. RG.2598… | ||
| scan0117 | Request to obtain and deliver casting patterns for brake shoes and drums. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) Rm/MHR.1/RH.15.7.41. 1246 Will you please obtain pattern No.GB.4178 and hand it to Mr. Edwards to cast 4 off in A/C 403., at the same time as you hand him the new brake… | ||
| scan0118 | Message to W. Sleator at the British Embassy in Madrid regarding a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 3.50 p.m. Rm/h. 1245. Rm/h. 21.2.44. W. SLEATOR. BRITISH EMBASSY. MADRID. MEETING WILL PROBABLY BE HELD IN DERBY MARCH SIXTH SUGGEST YOU COME STRAIGHT TO DERBY OR TELEPHONE DUFFIELD 2394. ROBOTHAM.… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from the British Embassy in Madrid arranging travel to London for a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1245. British Embassy, Madrid. 14th February 1944. Dear Rm., As you will have seen my telegram - at least I hope so - it is hardly necessary for me to tell you that the powers that be have granted me… | ||
| scan0120 | Telegram received by telephone from Madrid concerning a reply to a letter. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (15595 10.42) WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. cew. 1245 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 10-15. Date 26/1/44 To F.R. Robotham R-R Ltd. Derby D.Rds. B.Wks By MTT from Madrid Your letter… | ||
| scan0121 | Confirmation of a telegram sent to W. Sleator at the British Embassy in Madrid regarding a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams: 'ROYCAR, DERBY' To District 1245 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM SENT TO YOU THIS DAYh. BY ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED 3.50 p.m. NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY TO W. SLEATOR. BRITISH EMBASSY. MADRID. MEETING… | ||
| scan0122 | Telegram promising a favourable reply within ten days regarding a letter from the twelfth of January. | ||
| View original record | ROBOTHAM ROLLS ROYCE LIMITED DERBYENGLAND = YOUR LETTER TWELFTH JANUARY EXPECT TO BE ABLE GIVE YOU FAVOURABLE REPLY WITHIN TEN DAYS REGARDS = SLEATOR ✠ | ||
| scan0123 | Telegram received by telephone from Madrid regarding a reply to a letter. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (15595 10.42) WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. COW .1245 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-15 Date: 26/1/44 By: MTT To: F.R. Robotham, PRR Ltd. Derby from: Madrid 22wds. 15wds. Your… | ||
| scan0124 | Dictated cable from Madrid regarding a forthcoming reply to a letter. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Cable dictated over the telephone 10.25 a.m. 26.1.44. by Mailing Dept. DERBY. FROM MADRID. YOUR LETTER TWELFTH JANUARY EXPECT TO BE ABLE GIVE YOU FAVOURABLE REPLY WITHIN TEN DAYS REGARDS.… | ||
| scan0125 | Vanvooren body shell destroyed by a bomb and clarifying the status of other experimental bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Hn. from Rm. Rm.1/ET.23.11.40. EXPERIMENTAL BODY. We have had a communication from Bs. asking us for information concerning a Vanvooren body shell which was destroyed by a bomb at Lillie Hall.… | ||
| scan0126 | Typed transcript of a cabled message to Sleator concerning news from Francois Lang. | ||
| View original record | 1245 SLEATOR 48 ERESBY HOUSE RUTLAND GATE LONDON S.W. FRANCOIS LANG CARLTON CANNES CABLES AS FOLLOWS ANXIOUS GET NEWS YOU ALL AND SLEATOR AMITIES ROBOTHAM 18.11.40. | ||
| scan0127 | Typed copy of a cable message regarding an anxious request for news. | ||
| View original record | 1245 18.11.40. SLEATOR 48 ERESBY HOUSE RUTLAND GATE LONDON S.W. FRANCOIS LANG CARLTON CANNES CABLES AS FOLLOWS ANXIOUS GET NEWS YOU ALL AND SLEATOR AMITIES ROBOTHAM CANCELLED (Stamped) | ||
| scan0128 | Requesting the issue of a pink, Fourth Issue, permanent pass for Mr. Walter Sleator (Sr.). | ||
| View original record | 1245 Miss Hanlon. Unity Mill. from Rm/ML. Rm/ML.1/25.10.40. Hs/Mn. has advised me to get in touch with you regarding the issue of the pink, Fourth Issue, permanent pass, to Mr. Walter Sleator. (Sr.)… | ||
| scan0129 | Typed letter to 'Sr' arranging a visit to the Derby works. | ||
| View original record | No 245 DERBY, 23rd Septr 1940. Dear "Sr", I have received many enquiries as to when you are coming to Derby from "Sg", "Hs", etc. "Hs" is always at the Works, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. I suggest,… | ||
| scan0130 | Telex message regarding arrangements to send a qualified man to Francobrit Levallois Perret. | ||
| View original record | Su file 6/3/40 FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS PERRET HAVE MADE ARRANGEMENTS WITH ROTOLS SEND QUALIFIED MAN TO DEWOITINES AS SOON AS PASSPORT FORMALITIES CAN BE OVERCOME SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0131 | Brief typed message detailing arrival arrangements in Paris. | ||
| View original record | SW 6/3/40 I JAQUENEAU. 45, AVENUE PAUL DOUMER. PARIS. ARRIVING LE BOURGET 12.45 P.M. SATURDAY. LOVE. SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0132 | Urgent parts and information requests following a telephone call from Paris. | ||
| View original record | 12. File 27/2/40 Telephone from Sr. in Paris. (1) Amiot Aeroplane. Urgently required: (a) Carburettor hot-spot pipe. D 6373. (complete with drain-cap.) (b) Earth-wire, nuts, and collars for B.T.H.… | ||
| scan0133 | Confirming the dispatch of seven fibre washers for Amiot and Dewoitine header tanks. | ||
| View original record | 13 To: Sr. TB/GJ.4/IB. 9. 2. 40. We enclose herewith seven Fibre Washers for the Header Tanks, as requested in your Sr.8/ET.23/1/40., four for Amiot and three for Dewoitine. TB/GJ.f | ||
| scan0134 | Telegram confirming a telephone request for the despatch of two D.H. Constant Speed Units. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED 3.30m Srs file Phoned. No. 9 OFFICE STAMP Prefix: Ws Time handed in: C 16.30 Office of Origin and Service Instructions: S Levalloisperretseine Words: 28… | ||
| scan0135 | Requesting an attached document be forwarded by King's Messenger. | ||
| View original record | Srs file To Rm. from Lp. Lp.2/AP.7.2.40 Would you be good enough to forward the attached memo to Sr. by King's Messenger. 8/2/40. Lp. | ||
| scan0136 | The dispatch of a parcel of samples to Mr. Sleator. | ||
| View original record | Srs file To Hd/FC. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. Rm/FJH.1/MH.6.2.40. Will you please despatch to Mr. Sleator, c/o Capt. Blythe, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, LONDON, S.W.1 the small parcel of samples… | ||
| scan0137 | Notification regarding parts dispatched to Sleator Francobrit in Paris. | ||
| View original record | Srs file. Rm/NH. 6/2/40. SLEATOR FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS PERRET PARIS PARTS REQUESTED DESPATCHED YESTERDAY HARDY ROYCAR | ||
| scan0138 | Telegram from Sleator confirming a telephone conversation to despatch two DH constant speed limit quill drives. | ||
| View original record | D/s file. TELEGRAM FROM SLEATOR. AK. 6.2.40. RM/HARDY CONFIRM TELEPHONE CONVERSATION REQUESTING YOU DESPATCH TWO MORE DH CONSTANT SPEED LIMIT QUILL DRIVE THROUGH SPECIAL LIASON SERVICE. SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0139 | To the cashier requesting a refund for an expense payment to be debited to F.B.A. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 12 To Mr. Scott (Cashier) Rm.1/JH.19.1.40. Will you please refund me £5.0.0d. This amount was given to Sr. by me personally during his last visit to Derby on account of his expenses. It should be… | ||
| scan0140 | Telegram advising travel plans for an arrival in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Roborvham Rolls Royce Nightingale Rd Derby leaving Saturday arriving Derby Sunday thirteen forty will be works monday please advise HS. SFT LP etc Sleator | ||
| scan0141 | Typed message regarding an arrival at Bourget, Paris. | ||
| View original record | 12 17.1.40. SLEATOR. Hotel Jubile, 125 Champs Elysees. Paris. HOPING ARRIVE BOURGET FRIDAY ONE P.M. PLEASE MEET ME STOP LOVE Sleator. | ||
| scan0142 | Telex-style message to Sleator in Paris enquiring about their arrival in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 9.1.40. SLEATOR FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS PERRET PARIS. WHEN ARE YOU COMING DERBY. W. A. Robotham | ||
| scan0143 | Short internal communication regarding an order for Danby Francobrit in Paris. | ||
| View original record | 13/12/39. DANBY FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS-PERRET PARIS RING UP AUTIER INFORM HIM FIRST ORDER [REDACTED] READY FORD DESPATCH [illegible] SLEATOR | ||
| scan0144 | Typed message confirming arrival details at Le Bourget, Paris. | ||
| View original record | Kcy/H.W. 13/12/39. SCHOOFS 67 BD DE COURCELLES PARIS UNLESS ANYTHING UNFORSEEN OCCURS SHOULD ARRIVE LE BOURGET FRIDAY ONE P.M. SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0145 | Authorising a £10 cash advance to Mr. Sleator to be debited to the account of F.B.A. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Scott (Cashier). Rm.8/MH.12.12.39. Will you please advance £10 to Mr. Sleator and debit to the account of F.B.A. Ltd. Rm. | ||
| scan0146 | Short communication to Paris confirming that arrangements for the following week are satisfactory. | ||
| View original record | 6/12/39. SLEATOR FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS PERRET PARIS YOUR ARRANGEMENTS NEXT WEEK QUITE SATISFACTORY FOR ALL CONCERNED W A Robotham ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0147 | The arrangement of a visit from Amiot representatives to Hucknall, Derby Works, and Rotol's. | ||
| View original record | To Hs & RM. C to E. " Lr. " Lp. Dor/Hny.6/MNH. 5.12.39. Amiot Visit. We have received a telegram from Sr. stating that the Amiot representatives Messrs. Girodin, Maurice and Dutartre will arrive in… | ||
| scan0148 | Post Office telegram concerning upcoming travel arrangements to Derby, Hucknall, and Gloucester. | ||
| View original record | Charges to pay Langley #46 Mills Stockport / Fairway No. POST OFFICE TELEGRAM OFFICE STAMP 0003 DERBY RECEIVED 5/50 Am Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 26… | ||
| scan0149 | Confirmation of a telegram sent regarding a visit from Amiot's to Derby, Hucknall, and Gloucester. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby......... Rm. Levallois Re: VISIT FROM AMIOT'S TO DERBY I confirm the telegram I sent you to-day, reading as under: ROBOTHAM ROLLS ROYCE NIGHTINGALE ROAD DERBY PLEASE INFORM… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter regarding an application for an Exit Permit, requesting the signing of additional forms. | ||
| View original record | 12 S/W. Sr. c/o Rm. Tr/GST3/D29.11.39. Dear Sr., This morning I had to fill up a further two forms in respect of your application for an Exit Permit. Apparently the Authorities now require this form… | ||
| scan0151 | Telegram requesting passport photos be brought for military permits. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM. Charges to pay. RECEIVED. From. Prefix: 31. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words: 131 C 1050 16 LEVALLOISPERETSEINE 28 CHOV39. No. OFFICE STAMP: DERBY… | ||
| scan0152 | Typed message slip regarding a delayed return to Paris. | ||
| View original record | 10/11/39. DANBY 25 RUE GIDE LEVALLOIS-PERRET PARIS DO NOT EXPECT TO BE BACK UNTIL EARLY NEXT WEEK STOP PLEASE ADVISE LA BAULE SLEATOR | ||
| scan0153 | Telegram about a delayed trip to France due to passport difficulties. | ||
| View original record | 3/11/39. SLEATOR FRANCO BRETANNIC AUTOS 25 RUE GIDE LEVALLOIS PERRET PARIS HENRY WILL NOT CROSS TO FRANCE UNTIL THURSDAY NOVEMBER NINTH OWING TO PASSPORT DIFFICULTIES W. A. Robotham ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0154 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a delay in the arrival of Merlin engines and the urgent need for an export license. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 8-23 Date: 3/11/39 To: Rolls Royce By: DB from: Levallois Morel 2nd 18-20 26wds Hives amiot definately being held up by none arrival of… | ||
| scan0155 | Brief memo acknowledging a previous correspondence and advising that a 'Rent question' will be handled upon 'Br's' return. | ||
| View original record | To "Rm" Derby Levallois -Sr is absent- DnI/MLG.26.IO.39 Your RmI4/MH.18.IO/39 has been received and on the return of "Br" he will attend to the Rent question. "Dn" [STAMP] RECEIVED WN 31 OCT 1939 | ||
| scan0156 | Short note regarding an enclosed letter and application form for an Exit Permit to be left at the Park Lane Hotel. | ||
| View original record | To Tr/Ro. from Sr. Sr.14/MH.24.10.39. Dear Ro., Enclosed please find letter and Application Form for Exit Permit. Please have these documents left at the Park Lane Hotel as usual. Thanking you again,… | ||
| scan0157 | Letter authorising G.S. Townsend to present a passport for endorsement for an exit permit. | ||
| View original record | Sr.13/MH. 24th. October, 1939. G.S.Townsend, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., The Sports Ground, Preston Hill, Preston Road, HARROW, MIDDX. Dear Mr. Townsend, The object of this letter is to authorise… | ||
| scan0158 | Short memo or telegram regarding instructions for a car sent to Franco Brittannic Autos Limited in Paris. | ||
| View original record | 24/10/39 FRANCO BRITTANNIC AUTOS LIMITED 25 RUE GIDE LEVALLOIS-PERRET PARIS RE MY CAR SIMPLY CARRY OUT INSTRUCTIONS AS PER Rm/CTS.9/JH. h SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0159 | Letter to Mr. A.W. Sleator regarding an application form for an Exit Permit. | ||
| View original record | Mr. A.W. Sleator, c/o Rm. at W. Tr/Ro1/D23.10.39. Dear Sr., Re: Exit Permit. As arranged, I attach an Application Form for the above. Will you kindly complete and return this to me as soon as… | ||
| scan0160 | Telex message in French from Autier of S.N.C.A.M. concerning Toulouse and a dispatch to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 12. 23/10/39. AUTIER S.N.C.A.M. 32 Bd. DE LA SAUSSAYE NEUILLY SEINE FRANCE MILLWEL DEVRAIT ETRE TOULOUSE STOP VEUILLEZ ME FAIRE SAVOIR PAR DÈPECHE A DERBY SI IL EST BIEN ARRIVER SLEATOR | ||
| scan0161 | Outlining a meeting with Dollfus regarding a sub-contract arrangement with Fordair for Merlin engine production. | ||
| View original record | 12 W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.15/MH.18.10.39. MEETING WITH DOLLFUS. I can give you a brief outline of our meeting with Dollfus, though naturally, certain items are best discussed verbally. Hs. emphasised… | ||
| scan0162 | Agreeing to handle the rental of the Chateauroux Depot premises. | ||
| View original record | 12 W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.14/MH.18.10.39. With reference to the Chateauroux Depot and your note Sr.21/Dn.11.10.39, we agree to your handling the matter and getting the lowest rent you can for the… | ||
| scan0163 | Arranging transport for a car and samples from Folkestone to Derby, noting their potential scarcity. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.8/MH.17.10.39. Dear Sr., Many thanks for your note. If you can get a car to Folkestone I will see that it gets to Derby. Please select any samples you may put in it with great… | ||
| scan0164 | Telegram instructing a representative in Paris to contact Amiot and Dewoitine regarding flight trials. | ||
| View original record | SLEATOR ROLLS ROYCE 12 AVENUE GEORGE FIFTH PARIS CONTACT AMIOT DEWOITINE AND ROLLS ROYCE REPRESENTATIVE THERE IMMEDIATELY AND ASCERTAIN GENERAL POSITION STOP INFORMATION REQUIRED RE EARLIEST DATE… | ||
| scan0165 | Typed message, likely a telegram, concerning engine trials and potential production for France. | ||
| View original record | -2- ENGINES REQUIRED FOR PRODUCTION IF TRIALS SUCCESSFUL STOP RETURN DERBY PERSONALLY . WITH INFORMATION STOP ENGINES AVAILABLE FOR FRANCE IF THEY CAN GET THEM IN THE AIR W. A. Robotham ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0166 | Letter from Paris concerning the travel of two individuals, their worker's cards, and updates on work during the war. | ||
| View original record | 12 Dear "Rm", PARIS Sr21/Dnl2.10.39 I received your telegram last night, and at once replied to same re Don and Punt. If they have not been able to leave France yet, it is because unforeseen… | ||
| scan0167 | Typed letter discussing travel arrangements in Europe, spotting mines, and the logistics of moving cars to England. | ||
| View original record | To: "Rm" No 2. Sr21/Dn12.10.39 This gave me an opportunity of meeting the Southern Railway agent now in charge, and other people. Don will bring this information over to you, so that if any of the… | ||
| scan0168 | Telegram sent from France regarding a departure delay due to unforeseen visa issues. | ||
| View original record | From: TS71 CCC 1803 11 TH LEVALLOISPERRET 17 To: ROBOTHAM ROLLSROYCE DERBY = PUNT ET DON PARTIRONT INCESSAMMENT DATE DEPART IMPREVISIBLE CAUSE DELAI VISA = SLEATOR FRANCO BRITANNIC | ||
| scan0169 | Message urging that two men be sent to a school for training. | ||
| View original record | 10/10/39. SLEATOR, ROLLS ROYCE AVENUE GEORGE FIFTH PARIS. IT IS MOST IMPORTANT TWO OF YOUR MEN COME OVER AND ATTEND THE SEHOOL SO THEY WILL BE AU COURAINT WITH JOB WHEN YOUR ACTIVITIES | ||
| scan0170 | Commencement of liaison with the Amiot company. | ||
| View original record | -2- COMMENCE STOP IT IS EXPECTED LIASON WILL SHORTLY BE REQUIRED WITH AMIOT COMPANY ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0171 | The urgent need for French personnel from the Amiot company to attend engine training. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.5/MH.10.10.39. We are concerned because nobody has arrived from Paris to be trained at the School. I have cabled you as follows:- "IT IS MOST IMPORTANT TWO OF YOUR MEN COME… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter appointing a Technical Representative in France during a period of hostilities. | ||
| View original record | Hs.6/MH. 10th. October, 1939. W.Sleator, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 12, Avenue George V., Paris,8. FRANCE. Dear Sleator, During the period of hostilities we propose to appoint you as our… | ||
| scan0173 | Telegram in French sent from Paris to Derby regarding a memo and Mr Sleator's location. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED No. OFFICE STAMP 0008 DERBY 1/15A m Prefix Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. From JSA 44 SC 1636 25 PARIS 20 To… | ||
| scan0174 | Telex-style message regarding personnel movements and arrangements. | ||
| View original record | 25/9/39. GOLLAVINE HAWK READING SLEATOR IS IN ENGLAND CONTACT HIM BEFORE YOU GO TO FRANCE STOP WILL KET YOU KNOW IF HE ARRIVES IN DERBY WE EXPECT HIM TOMORROW [Handwritten Signature: Robotham]… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter discussing the Ford Air job, issues with French partners, and the logistics of spare parts. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.2/MH.21.9.39. Dear Sr., We are wondering what you are doing. Golovine has been over here on the Ford Air job in which Dollfussis involved, whom I believe you know well. Hs. is… | ||