Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Letter detailing the investigation into a faulty Boyce Electric Clock No. 696, which intermittently stops and can be restarted by shaking. | ||
| View original record | .X6022. Copy to :- The English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. Holyhead Rd. Coventry. EFC1/AD. 8th January, 1931. Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. Dear… | ||
| img002 | Page 2 of a letter to Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd regarding a faulty clock being returned to the manufacturer. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. 8th January, 1931. -2- It went for 10 minutes in all but after the first three minutes no wind took place as it should have done. The… | ||
| img003 | Instructions for the despatch of a Boyce Electric Clock No. 696 for inspection. | ||
| View original record | X6022 D/BP. from EFC. C. Despatch Stores. EFC2/ADS.1.31. X.6022. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK NO.696. We are sending the above clock into the Stores. Will you please arrange for its despatch to The English… | ||
| img004 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding a faulty clock, number 696. | ||
| View original record | X. 6022 SCOTTISH BRANCH: 32, WEST NILE ST. GLASGOW. IRISH BRANCH: "LUCKINGTON" DALKEY. Co. DUBLIN. FACTORY & STORES: GOSWELL ST. N.7. CODES A. B. C. 5TH, 6TH EDITIONS & BENTLEY'S Boyce MOTOR… | ||
| img005 | Letter from Gent & Co. Ltd. discussing technical modifications to car electric clock model 301. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. X. 6024 Branches:— LONDON: 25, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img006 | Diagram illustrating the operation of a contact breaker mechanism in two states. | ||
| View original record | DRIVING CATCH., ARMATURE, DRIVING SPRING, BREAKING PUSH., CONTACT., CONTACT BROKEN | ||
| img007 | Letter detailing the operating principles of a clock's contact and winding mechanism, referencing the 'PUL-SYN-ETIC' system. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. -2- 20th January 1931. device used has not been fully appreciated, as the contact is made by the greatest power available within the Clock, that is to say, the driving… | ||
| img008 | Letter from Gent & Co. Ltd. concerning a delay with the modification of a clock. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. -3- 20th January 1931. We have been rather busy in our Experimental Department, but are now able to push forward with the modification and will let you have the Clock… | ||
| img009 | Letter from English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. regarding the return of a tested 'Empire' Electric Car clock. | ||
| View original record | X.6022 TELEGRAMS: TEMPUS, COVENTRY. TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 4311. English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd, Holyhead Road. Coventry. TRADE MARKS ASTRAL EMPIRE NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN Messrs… | ||
| img010 | Debit note from English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. for a Boyce Empire Electric Car Clock. | ||
| View original record | Telephone : COVENTRY 4311. Tel. Address : “ TEMPUS, COVENTRY.” ADVICE NOTE DEBIT NOTE No. 1561 English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. HOLYHEAD ROAD, COVENTRY. To Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., D E R B Y.… | ||
| img011 | Letter to The English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. regarding the testing and fitting of Boyce Electric Clock No. 696. | ||
| View original record | X6022. Copy to :- Messrs. Royce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. EFC4/AD. 22nd January, 1931. The English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. Holyhead Rd. Coventry. Dear… | ||
| img012 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd confirming the return of Clock No. 696. | ||
| View original record | X. 6022 SCOTTISH BRANCH- 132, WEST NILE ST. GLASGOW. IRISH BRANCH- 'LUCKINGTON' DALKEY. Co. DUBLIN. FACTORY & STORES: DIGSWELL ST., N.7. CODES A. B. C. 5th. EDITIONS & BENTLEYS TELEPHONES: NORTH 2974… | ||
| img013 | The status of Boyce Electric Clock no. 696 following a repair by the makers. | ||
| View original record | X. 6022. C.7.6. J.D.111 29-1-31 X6022 Boyce Electric Clock no 696. The above clock was received from the makers after repair on 23-1-31. This has now been running satisfactorily since that date. 47. | ||
| img014 | Letter from Gent & Co. Ltd. regarding the development and testing of a Motor Car Clock following an enquiry from Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. Branches: LONDON: 25, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img015 | Typed letter to Messrs. Gent & Co. Ltd of Leicester regarding a lost letter and expecting the return of a clock. | ||
| View original record | X6024 EFCL/AD. 9th March, 1931. Messrs. Gent & Co.Ltd. Faraday Works, Leicester. Dear Sirs, Dated January 22nd we wrote you a letter thanking you for yours ref. AEB. of the 20th January with the very… | ||
| img016 | Test report on the performance of a Seth Thomas clock after three months of use in a car. | ||
| View original record | X6030. 10.3.31. X.6030. SETH THOMAS CLOCK. This clock has now been run about three months on EFC's car. It failed once early on, stopping for no apparent reason and when subsequently tested on bench… | ||
| img017 | Letter from Gent & Co. Ltd. regarding a motor car clock they have had under observation. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. [Handwritten Number: X6024] Branches:- LONDON: 25, VICTORIA… | ||
| img018 | The status of the new standard instrument patch for fitting experimental car electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | Y6022 Ry. from EFC. C. Hs. EFC5/AM 2.3.31. X.6026. CAR ELECTRIC CLOCKS. X.6022. Would you please say what the position is with regard to the new standard instrument patch. As you may recall a number… | ||
| img019 | Fitting of electric clocks to experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED 19 MAR 1931 Y6026. EFC. BY/RD/W.19-3-31. Re :- Electric Clocks. With reference to your memo querying the fitting of the Electric Clocks in your possession to Patches on experimental cars ; we… | ||
| img020 | Examination and faults of a Boyce Electric Clock. | ||
| View original record | X6022 To Sg. from EFC. EFC3/AD27.3.31. X.6022. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK NO.601 ex 58-GN. We duly received this instrument and I instructed an examination to be made. Having done this my assistant reports… | ||
| img021 | Faulty Boyce Electric Clock, detailing its performance and how it broke. | ||
| View original record | S/W X6022 To EFC from Sg. X.6022. Boyce Electric Clock No.601 ex-58-GN. Sgl6/E30.3.31 Replying to EFC3/AD27.3.31 I gave all available information about this when I handed it over to Hy. at Derby. From… | ||
| img022 | Letter of complaint regarding the performance and failure of a Boyce Electric Clock No. 601. | ||
| View original record | X6022 Copy to :- The English Clock & Watch Manufacturers Ltd. Coventry. EFC4/AD. 31st March, 1931. Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. Dear Sirs, Boyce… | ||
| img023 | Letter detailing the results of an examination of a faulty clock, being the second page of the correspondence. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. London, N.7. 31st March, 1931. -2- and that it was when he went to alter the hands that this knob came off". Following this an examination of the… | ||
| img024 | Letter to Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding the testing of clocks. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. London, N.7. 31st March, 1931. -3- With regard to the other three clocks Nos. 619, 662 and 696, we have not yet been able to make very much further… | ||
| img025 | Arranging for a Boyce Electric Clock to be despatched for repair. | ||
| View original record | X6022 Roy.from EFC. c. Despatch Stores. EFC1/ADL.4.31. X.6022. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK NO. 601. We are sending the above electric clock into the Stores. Will you please arrange for it to be despatched to… | ||
| img026 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd regarding the failure of an electric clock, model 601, due to a broken hand setting knob. | ||
| View original record | Y 6022 IRISH BRANCH 'LUCKINGTON' DALKEY, Co. DUBLIN CODES: A. B. C. 5th, 6th EDITIONS & BENTLEY'S TELEPHONES: NORTH 2974 & 5560. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. TELEGRAMS: BOYCE NORTH 2974. CABLEGRAMS:… | ||
| img027 | Letter from a supplier regarding a faulty and potentially tampered-with electric clock. | ||
| View original record | X6022 IRISH BRANCH: LUCKINGTON, DALKEY, Co. DUBLIN DIRECTORS D. HEPBURN G. R. BOYLE H. B. WHALL CODES A. B. C. 5TH, 6TH EDITIONS & BENTLEY'S. Boyce MOTOR ACCESSORIES LTD REGISTERED OFFICE. 3, FURLONG… | ||
| img028 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding the inspection and return of an instrument. | ||
| View original record | ..2.. 27th April, 1931. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., been taken to pieces and inspected previous to being received by them. We trust, however, that other than the breaking of the spindle no actual fault… | ||
| img029 | Letter from Gent & Co. Ltd. regarding improvements and testing of a Motor Car Clock, model no. 301. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. X6024 Branches: LONDON: 25, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img030 | Technical notes on the Car Electric Clock No. 301. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. -1- 1st May 1931. CAR ELECTRIC CLOCK NO. 301. TECHNICAL NOTES. 1. A new large Magnet has been fitted which will not burn out on 12 Volt Supply, this if the contacts… | ||
| img031 | The current taken by a clock at different voltages. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. -2- 1st May 1931. 11. The current taken by the Clock is only 0.13 amp at 6 Volts and 0.24 at 12 Volts and this, of course, is only momentary. On the Voltage falling… | ||
| img032 | Letter to Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. detailing the history and testing of electric clock No. 601. | ||
| View original record | X6022. Hs/GJL/AD. 5th May, 1931. Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter ref. GRB/LDR/4. of the 27th ult, referring to the… | ||
| img033 | Letter to Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding a fault with a clock. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. London, N.7. -2- We are not clear what you mean by the contact spring being missing, does this mean the clock contact spring or the fuse contact spring? If it is… | ||
| img034 | Letter to Messrs. Gent & Co. Ltd. concerning modifications and testing of a Car Electric Clock, model No. 301. | ||
| View original record | . X6024 . Hs/GJl/AD. 7th May, 1931. Messrs. Gent & Co.Ltd. Faraday Works, Leicester. Dear Sirs, Car Electric Clock No. 301. We thank you for your letter ref. AEB. of the 1st inst. with enclosed… | ||
| img035 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd regarding the re-testing of an instrument, possibly a clock. | ||
| View original record | X6022 IRISH BRANCH- 'LUCKINGTON' DALKEY, Co. DUBLIN DIRECTORS D. HEPBURN G. R. BOYLE H. B. WHALL CODES A. B. C. 5TH. 6TH. EDITIONS & BENTLEY'S. TELEPHONES: NORTH 2974 & 5560. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE.… | ||
| img036 | The failure and testing of a Boyce Electric Clock No. 601. | ||
| View original record | X6029. Sg. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW3/ADL1.5.31. X.6022. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK NO.601 ex 58-GN We have now received this clock from the makers who state that the cause of failure was due to the contact… | ||
| img037 | Requesting the fitting of two Boyce electric clocks to experimental cars 18-GIV and 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6022 By/RD. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW4/AD1.5.31. ELECTRIC CLOCKS. With reference to your note By/RD/W19.3.31 regarding alteration to existing instrument patches on our experimental cars to suit the Boyce… | ||
| img038 | Return of Boyce Electric Clock No.601 for testing. | ||
| View original record | S/W X6022. To Hs/HEW from Sg. X.6022. Boyce Electric Clock No.601 ex 58-GN. Sg2/E12.5.31 Replying to Hs/HEW3/AD11.5.31 I think it would be as well if you returned this clock to me so that its test… | ||
| img039 | Request to fit a Boyce Electric Clock to car 25-EX for a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X6029 By. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEWl/ADL 7.6.31. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK. We wish to fit one of these clocks, of which we have three in the electrical laboratory, to 25-EX for the 10,000 mile test. Will you… | ||
| img040 | Returning a Gent electric clock to the makers as it is unsuitable for testing on the chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6024. Roy. from Hs/HEW. c. Despatch Stores. Hs/HEW./AEL 2.8.31. GENT ELECTRIC CLOCK. We are sending into the Stores the Gent electric clock we have had for test. Will you please arrange for this to… | ||
| img041 | Complaints with the standard Watford instrument clock and the testing of alternative electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. Wor. E. c. Ds. EV. X6022 X6026 Hs/Wst.4/AD28.9.31. INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS. A certain amount of complainthas been registered against the present standard Watford clock in… | ||
| img042 | Recommendation to produce a sample batch of 24 Boyce clocks for evaluation and cost comparison. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.4/AD28.9.31 contd. We recommend that a sample batch of say 24 of these Boyce clocks be put through on production in order to gain a general opinion of them as compared with the manual wound… | ||
| img043 | Performance and potential wider use of a Boyce electric clock fitted to car 58-GN. | ||
| View original record | WST X6022. To Hs. from Sg. Copy to R. Wor. E. DA. BY. C/Cx. Re Instrument Board Clocks. Sg36/Ez29.9.31 RECEIVED 30 SEP 30 Referring to Hs/Wst.4/AD28.9.31 the Boyce electric clock fitted to 58-GN has… | ||
| img044 | Requesting the fitting of a Boyce electric clock to the instrument board of vehicle 27-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6022 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/AD29.9.31. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK Will you please have one of these clocks No.662 which we have in the laboratory fitted to the instrument board on 27-EX. Coarse winding… | ||
| img045 | Inquiring about the Boyce electric clock for the instrument board of the 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | X6022 HS. FROM DA/EV. DA/EVL/M14.10.31. Copy - SG. INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS. We note with interest the correspondence which has taken place concerning the Boyce electric clock. We have never seen one… | ||
| img046 | Ordering and fitting Boyce electric clocks for Phantom II and 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Sg. c. Cx. c. Dv c. Hs. X6022 BY./Cgh.3/G.15.10.31. X6022 X6026 RE INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS. With reference to Sg.36/E.29.9.31. since R. has not raised any objection to ordering Boyce electric clocks,… | ||
| img047 | Fitting of a Boyce Electric Clock to the instrument patch on car 25-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6022 To RIC. from Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/Ltd. Hs/Wst.S/KT.23.10.31. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK. Will you please have one of these clocks No. 619 fitted to the instrument patch on 25-EX. This clock has previously… | ||
| img048 | Acquiring a sample of an electrical self-winding Boyce clock, possibly made by Ferranti's. | ||
| View original record | COPY. HS/WST. FROM R. x6022 R2/M27.10.31. X6022 X6026 C. to SG. WOR. BY. re. BOYCE CLOCK. ELECTRICAL SELF WINDING. I think this is probably made in U. S. A. I understand that Ferranti's make one and… | ||
| img049 | Agreeing to an order for instrument board clocks for the Phantom II and 20/25 models, while considering future proposals. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X6135 S/W. BY/Ogh. cc to Sg, Dd, Hs, Hn. Cx7/K28.10.31. re- INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS. X6026 X6024 Sg has asked me to write to you in reply to your BY/Ogh3/G15.10.31 am to say that we agree to your… | ||
| img050 | Inquiring about the availability of electric instrument board clocks from Ferranti and Gent Co. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c.c. Ev. X6024 Hs/Wst.3/AD30.10.31. X6026 X6024 ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS. We understand from R. that Ferranti's make an electric car clock. Will you kindly ascertain if this… | ||
| img051 | Sourcing of British-made electric clocks for an instrument board. | ||
| View original record | Y6022 To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. Wor. EV. Hs/Wst.6/AD30.10.31. Y6026 Y6022 ELECTRIC CLOCK FOR INSTRUMENT BOARD. Answering your R2/M27.10.31 we have ascertained that the Boyce clock is entirely… | ||
| img052 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. requesting a Smith electric clock for examination and testing. | ||
| View original record | X6135. Hs/Wst.5/AD. October 30th, 1931. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons,Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Sirs, During conversation with your Mr. Nicholls at Olympia, the undersigned requested that… | ||
| img053 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd confirming a sample of an Electric Clock will be despatched. | ||
| View original record | X6133 OUR NEW TELEPHONE NUMBER IS GLADSTONE 3333. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [Logo: ALLIED BRITISH NATIONAL FEDERATION] TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2335 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img054 | Testing of a sample electric instrument board clock from Gent & Co. | ||
| View original record | X6024 To Hs/Wst from ROY. c.c. to BY. ROY5/MG2.11.31 ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCKS Hs/Wst.3/AD30.10.31 - Kindly note Messrs. Gent & Co. of Leicester, are sending forward a sample Instrument Board… | ||
| img055 | Letter to Gent Co. Ltd. concerning a sample electric instrument clock that lacks external hand adjustment. | ||
| View original record | X6024 c. to Roy/MS. Hs/Wst.7/KT. 3rd.November 1931. Gent Co. Ltd., Faraday Works, Leicester. Dear Sirs, Gent Electric Instrument Board Clock. We have received the sample clock from you made up into… | ||
| img056 | Letter regarding the modification of an electric instrument board clock to allow for external time adjustment. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. Branches:- LONDON: 47, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img057 | Following up on a conversation about sourcing electric instrument board clocks from the company Ferrantis. | ||
| View original record | Y6026 To Hs/Wst from ROY. ROY9/MG4.11.31 Electric Instrument Board Clocks Hs/Wst.3/AD30.10.31 - With reference to our recent conversation regarding Electric Clocks and the suggestion that Ferrantis… | ||
| img058 | Requesting the despatch of a Gent electric instrument board clock to the manufacturer to have a knurled knob fitted. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c. D/BP. c. Despatch Stores. V6024. Hs/Wst.3/AW.11.31. GENT ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCK. We are sending into the Stores one of the above clocks. Will you please arrange for it to… | ||
| img059 | Enquiries made to Ferranti about the availability of electric instrument board clocks. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. WGT. Ev. X6026 Hs/Wst.4/AD7.11.31. ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCK. With reference to our Hs/Wst.6/AD30.10.31 we have made enquiries respecting Ferranti electric clocks… | ||
| img060 | Letter to Cent & Co. Ltd. regarding the modification of an electric instrument board clock. | ||
| View original record | Y6024. Hg/Wst.2/AD. November 7th, 1931. Messrs. Cent & Co.Ltd. Faraday Works, Leicester. Dear Sirs, Cent electric instrument board clock. ref. AEB. We thank you for your letter of the 4th inst. We are… | ||
| img061 | Letter regarding modifications to an electric instrument board clock, including fitting a knurled knob and addressing holes in the case. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. Branches:- LONDON: 47, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img062 | Letter discussing the design, performance, and issues with specimen and previously supplied dashboard clocks. | ||
| View original record | Copy to CC. FCR. HS. ✓ PY. WST X6026 XXXXXXXXX "ELMSTEAD" WEST WITTERING. CHICHESTER. 14th. November 1931. C. H. Kirby Esq., Messrs North & Sons Ltd. Whippendell Road. WATFORD. re. DASHBOARD CLOCKS.… | ||
| img063 | Letter from F. H. Royce detailing an idea for a clock rewinding principle based on large turret clocks. | ||
| View original record | (2) The idea that occurred to me for this work was that it should be on the rewinding principle used in large turret clocks, but in which case the rewinding need only take place at long intervals of 5… | ||
| img064 | Letter regarding modifications made to an electrically operated car clock. | ||
| View original record | LETTERHEAD ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM & NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. ON BRITISH ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & POST OFFICE LISTS. Branches:- LONDON: 47, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1… | ||
| img065 | Request to fit a Gent electric instrument board clock to chassis 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6024. RHC. from Hs/Wst. c. Hs/Ltd. Hs/Wst.2/AM 9.11.31. GENT ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCK. Will you please arrange for this clock to be fitted to the instrument patch on chassis 19-EX. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img066 | Standardisation report for a Boyce electric instrument board clock. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10M) (8459, 24-10-30) 6/3185. COMPLETED. 25.11.31. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date: 15.10.31 X No. 6022 Description of Parts. BOYCE ELECTRIC INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCK. Origin. To obviate… | ||
| img067 | Form for the standardisation of chassis parts, detailing changes, costs, and approvals. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS ONLY TO obviate necessity for fitting at considerable charge one part to existing chassis and tools board. Experimental Report. Road Test Report. The number of the… | ||
| img068 | Selection of ammeters and self-winding clocks for cars. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to SG. WOR. BY. N0027 R2/M28.11.31. Sent off 30.11.31. X6132 X6022 INSTRUMENTS FOR THE CARS. (re. VISIT OF HS. AND WST.) AMMETER. The price we pay and the delicacy of the ammeter makes… | ||
| img069 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the testing of an electric clock and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | V 6/35 COPY. Hs/Wst.1/AD. December 1st, 1931. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons,Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Nicholls Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 27th… | ||
| img070 | Return of a Smith electric clock to the Stores for despatch after an approval test. | ||
| View original record | X6135 D/BP.from Hs/Wst. c. Despatch Stores. Hs/Wst.2/ADL.12.31. We are sending into the Stores a Smith electric clock.for despatch to Messrs.S.Smith & Sons,Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. This… | ||
| img071 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a proposed visit to discuss electric clocks and a sample instrument panel. | ||
| View original record | X 6135 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES). TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img072 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding arrangements for a visit from Mr. Watson. | ||
| View original record | X6135 HS/Wst.1/AD. December 7th, 1931. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London. N.W.2. Dear Sirs, With reference to yours of the 3rd inst. ref. S.l. regarding the visit of Mr. Watson,… | ||
| img073 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons arranging a visit for Mr. Watson. | ||
| View original record | 105 X6135 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY. BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1918 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES)… | ||
| img074 | Returned sample Smith electric clock and a disputed invoice. | ||
| View original record | X 6135 Roy, from Hs/Wst c. G/Cn. Hs/Wst.5/ADL8.12.31. With reference to C/Cn/CAL1/NL17.12.31 regarding the sample Smith electric clock. This clock was returned to Messrs. Smith & Sons as not being… | ||
| img075 | Letter to Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. detailing failures and suggesting improvements for their electric clock. | ||
| View original record | X6022 c. Roy. Hs/wst.1/AD. December 31st, 1931. Messrs. Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. 3, Furlong Rd. Holloway Rd. London, N.7. Dear Sirs, Boyce Electric Clock. We have had a failure of one of these… | ||
| img076 | Despatch of Boyce Electric Clock No. 662 for repair. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c. D/EP. c. Despatch Stores. X6022 Hs/Wst.2/AD31.12.31. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK NO.662 We are sending the above clock into the Stores. Will you please arrange for it to be despatched to… | ||
| img077 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd regarding the repair of clock number 662. | ||
| View original record | X6622 IRISH BRANCH:- LUCKINGTON, DALKEY. Co. DUBLIN DIRECTORS D. HEPBURN G. R. BOYLE H. B. WHALL CODES A. B. C. 5TH, 6TH EDITIONS & BENTLEY'S. Boyce MOTOR ACCESSORIES LTD REGISTERED OFFICE. 3 FURLONG… | ||
| img078 | Request to fit a Boyce Electric Clock No.696 to chassis 19-EX for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6022 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/AD4.1.32. BOYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK Will you please have one of these clocks No.696 fitted to chassis 19-EX for test. The clock is in the laboratory when required. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img079 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd regarding issues found with the Empire Electric Clock No. 662. | ||
| View original record | X6022 IRISH BRANCH LUCKINGTON DALKEY Co. DUBLIN DIRECTORS D. HEPBURN G. R. BOYLE H. B. WHALL (Logo: A.A. MOTOR UNION THE BADGE OF A MEMBER) OUR REF. GRB/LDR/4/1164 YOUR REF.......................… | ||
| img080 | Letter from Boyce Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding the repair of a clock, suggestions for replacement fuses, and the return of an order receipt. | ||
| View original record | ..2.. 20th January, 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., (Contd.) "come into operation so very infrequently, " we suggest that it should then be returned "to us for repair or replacement. "Alternatively… | ||
| img081 | Faulty Boyce electric clock being sent to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c. D/EP. c. G.M. X6022 Hs/Wst.6/AD3b.3.32. ROYCE ELECTRIC CLOCK We are sending into the stores a Boyce clock which has begun to function erratically due, we think, to the contacts… | ||
| img082 | Requesting the return and overhaul of a Boyce Empire electric clock, No. 696, for chassis 20-EX. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c. G/Mt. XG022 431508. Hs/Wst.1/AD20.5.32. EMPIRE ELECTRIC CLOCK Will you please arrange to return to Messrs. Smiths a Boyce Empire electric clock No.696. We require this clock… | ||
| img083 | Return of a sample Gent electric clock and a request for the return of parts from a Watford clock. | ||
| View original record | X6024 Roy. from Hs/Wst. HS/Wst.2/AD20.5.32. GENT ELECTRIC CLOCK We are handing you herewith the sample electric clock received from Messrs. Gent. As we have not found this clock to be superior to the… | ||
| img084 | Handover of a sample Watford electric clock after testing. | ||
| View original record | X6026. Roy/MS. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.5/MA.31.5.32. We handed to Messrs. North's representative yesterday the sample Watford electric clock we have been testing. Will you please book this out… | ||
| img085 | Request to despatch one Boyce Empire Electric clock on loan to Messrs. Smith & Sons Cricklewood for examination. | ||
| View original record | X6022 D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.1/MA.7.6.32 Will you please despatch on loan to Messrs. Smith & Sons Cricklewood, one Boyce Empire Electric clock. This is being sent for their examination… | ||
| img086 | Querying an invoice from S. Smith & Sons for two clocks received without a prior order. | ||
| View original record | X6135 WST Roy. G/Gn/CA15/MG.6.7.32. We have received an invoice from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd. dated the 4th inst., on which we are charged 45/-d each nett for 2 - X.2790H E.Blk Dial.… | ||
| img087 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd concerning the windings on electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | X6135 HS/Wst.2/MA.7 July 7th, 1932. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd, Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Electric Clocks. Dear Sirs, With reference to our conversation with your MR. Nicholls regarding the… | ||
| img088 | The performance, failures, and repairs of specific Empire Electric Clocks. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR FILES. X6026 7.7.32. EMPIRE ELECTRIC CLOCKS. --------------------- Nos. 601 and 619 have the makers std winding. 601 failed on SG's car due to a part coming adrift inside the clock. Has been… | ||
| img089 | Price discrepancy for Smith Electric Clocks submitted for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6135 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. G/Gn. Hs/Wst. 8/MA. 8. 7. 32. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. With reference to G/Gn/CA15/MG. 6. 7. 32., regarding the two Electric Clocks we have had submitted to us for test by… | ||
| img090 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a returned BOYCE Electric Clock and a misunderstanding about its altered winding mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 105 x6022 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. Smith &… | ||
| img091 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding a modified Boyce clock and a request for its return. | ||
| View original record | X6022 Hs/Wst.1/AD. August 2nd, 1932. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. C.W.Nicholls. Dear Sirs, We apologise for the delay in replying to your… | ||
| img092 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging a letter regarding the return of a Boyce Clock for further investigation. | ||
| View original record | 105 X6022. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD ALLIED IN INDUSTRY NATIONAL IN POLICY FEDERAL IN AIM TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10… | ||
| img093 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons chasing the despatch of a further Boyce Clock. | ||
| View original record | X6022 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING. ENGINEERING & ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img094 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the delayed return of a Boyce clock from a car. | ||
| View original record | X6022 Hs/Wst.6/AD. August 24th, 1932. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons,Ltd. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 23rd inst. ref. S.1 and note that you are asking for… | ||
| img095 | Price reduction for Smiths' Electric Clocks. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. WST XG135 ROY/GEA.8/EB.26.8.32. SMITHS' ELECTRIC CLOCKS. Referring to your memo Hs/Wst.8/MA.8.7.32. Will you kindly note, Messrs. Smiths, have now reduced the price of their Electric Clock… | ||
| img096 | Decision to keep one Smith electric clock and return another to Messrs. Smiths. | ||
| View original record | Roy/GEA. from Hs/Wst. c. D/SP. c. G/Gn. c. Despatch Stores. (X6135) Hs/Wst.3/AD27.8.32. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS We have your memo Roy/GEA8/ER26.8.32 referring to the above. We have decided to keep one… | ||
| img097 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the satisfactory testing of a sample electric car clock and a forthcoming order for more. | ||
| View original record | X6135 Hs/Wst.4/KT. Sept 21st.1932. Messrs S.Smith & Sons, Cricklewood Works, London. N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.C.W.Nichols. Dear Mr.Nichols, Many thanks for yours of the 20th inst. Regarding your… | ||
| img098 | The failure of two Smith 20/25 type car clocks on experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. c.c. Ev. c.c. C/Mt. c.c. D/BP. X6135 Hs/Wst.1/ATB.10.32. [STAMP: RECEIVED 12 OCT 1932] SMITH CAR CLOCKS We have had two standard 20/25 type Smith hand wound clocks fail on… | ||
| img099 | Recommending the adoption of the Smith Empire Electric Clock on production models following successful testing. | ||
| View original record | Y6135 To By. from Hs/Wst. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.10/KT.9.1.33. SMITH EMPIRE ELECTRIC CLOCK. We have previously issued a standardisation sheet for the Empire Electric Clock when this was marketed by the… | ||
| img100 | Requesting the repair of a failed Smith Instrument Board Clock from an experimental chassis, 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6135 Roy/Ms. from Hs/Wst. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.11/KT.9.1.33. SMITH INSTRUMENT BOARD CLOCK. One of these has failed on one of our Expl. chassis, 19-EX. Will you please arrange for this clock… | ||
| img101 | Two faulty Smiths clocks from a 20/25HP chassis that will not work after being wound up. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst from Mx. x6135 Mx7/T21.3.33. re. 20/25HP Chassis - Smiths Clocks. We send you herewith two Smiths Clocks Nos. 440191 and 684832 - these are the two Clocks I spoke to you about over the… | ||
| img102 | Return of two faulty Smiths clocks to the manufacturer. | ||
| View original record | x 6136 ROY/Ms. from Hs/Wst. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Wst.7/KT.23.3.33. SMITHS CLOCKS. R2755 We have today handed to Mr. Manwaring, Smith's represent-ative, two faulty clocks which he is personally taking back… | ||
| img103 | The cause of failure in Smiths clocks for the 20/25 chassis as a broken balance wheel spindle. | ||
| View original record | x6135 To Mx. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/KT.23.3.33. 20/25 CHASSIS - SMITHS CLOCKS. With reference to Mx7/T21.3.33. we have examined these two clocks and we are of the opinion that the trouble is not due to… | ||
| img104 | Requesting the return of a Smith electric clock to Messrs Smith & Sons for the attention of Mr. C.W. Nichols. | ||
| View original record | x6135'. To D/BP. from Hs/Wst. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Wst.7/KT.6.4.33. Will you please return to Messrs Smith & Sons , Cricklewood, one Smith electric clock, for the attention of Mr.C.W.Nichols. No charge.… | ||
| img105 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons confirming instructions to hand-paint a red danger mark on a special Bentley Revolution Counter Clock. | ||
| View original record | 105 x6138 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC.PHONE.LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC.LONDON.… | ||
| img106 | Two invoices from S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. for instruments supplied on approval. | ||
| View original record | Royce c. to Hs/Wst. x 6135 G/Gn/CA11/DN 6.7.33. We have received two invoices from S.Smith & Sons (M.A.)Ltd.,dated the 4th inst., details of which are shown below. As the instruments charged for… | ||
| img107 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the testing of a combined revolution indicator and clock. | ||
| View original record | 86138' Hs/Wst.2/MA. July 10th., 1933. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. C.W. Nichols. Dear Sir, We have now had an opportunity of making an… | ||
| img108 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging an enquiry about a combined revolution indicator and clock. | ||
| View original record | 105 86138 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON.… | ||
| img109 | Follow-up letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a combined Rev Indicator and Clock and arranging a technical visit. | ||
| View original record | S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| img110 | Complaint letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the failure of clocks on new Bentley A.T. combined instruments. | ||
| View original record | 86135 Hs/Wst.3/MA. July 17th., 1933. Messrs.S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.C.W.Nichols. Dear Sir, We view with some alarm the failure of clocks on the… | ||
| img111 | Page 2 of a letter discussing the required standard of accessory parts for the chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- In view of our generous comprehensive guarantee on the Bentley and Rolls-Royce chassis, the same rigid high standard of efficiency and reliability is obviously required with accessory parts as… | ||
| img112 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons responding to a complaint about clock failures in a combined Rev Indicator. | ||
| View original record | 105 86138 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (10 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE,… | ||
| img113 | Transfer of a Smith Electric Clock to production. | ||
| View original record | 86135 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to GMT. Hs/Wst.7/MA 21.7.33. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. We are sending into the stores one of the above clocks. Will you please arrange for this clock to be handed over to… | ||
| img114 | Modification of a Smith Electric Clock sent to stores to make it suitable for production. | ||
| View original record | 86135! Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.2/MA.6.9.33. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. We sent into the stores one Smith Electric Clock under cover of Hs/Wst.7/MA.21.7.33. Will you please cancel this memo as… | ||
| img115 | Arranging the despatch of a returned electric clock to Messrs. Smith & Sons. | ||
| View original record | 86135 D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.1/MA.30.11.33. Will you please arrange to despatch to Messrs. Smith & Sons one electric clock. This is being returned by Mr.Hives and should be addressed… | ||
| img116 | Sending a failed Smith electric clock from an experimental chassis for repair. | ||
| View original record | x6135. Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.8/MA.26.5.34. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCK. We are sending into the Stores one Smith electric clock No.1004 which has failed on Experimental Chassis… | ||
| img117 | Requesting the replacement of a faulty revolution clock on 3.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 86135 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.16.6.34. REV-CLOCK ON 3.B.IV. Will you please arrange to change the faulty instrument on 3.B.IV for a satisfactory replacement we can supply. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img118 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding sending a Synchronous Electric Clock Movement for experiments. | ||
| View original record | S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL,… | ||
| img119 | Requesting the return of a loaned synchronos electric clock movement to Messrs S. Smith & Sons Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6135 D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.6/MA.30.10.34. Please return to Messrs.S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood marked for the attention of M.C.W.Nichols, one synchronos electric clock movement… | ||
| img120 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the return of an unsuitable loaned electric clock movement. | ||
| View original record | r6138. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 30th October, 1934. C. W. Nichols, Esq., Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Mr. Nichols, Many thanks for the loan of the synchronos electric… | ||
| img121 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an unsuitable Electric Clock Movement sample. | ||
| View original record | 8613 S. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| img122 | Faulty Smith Electric Clock to be returned for rectification free of charge. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to O/MT. c. to D/BP. Y6138 Hs/Wst.6/MA.5.11.34. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCK. We are sending into the stores a Smith Empire electric clock No.1140 removed from the Spectre chassis. The… | ||
| img123 | Request to attend to a clock and replace experimental headlamps on a chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86135. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.4.1.35. B.23.AE. Will you please have the clock attended to on this chassis and if found necessary changed for a new one. Also will you please have the… | ||
| img124 | Sales letter from S. Smith & Sons recommending their EMPIRE Electric Clock for 20/25 HP and 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | H6026 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S. S.… | ||
| img125 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons offering a special price for the 'EMPIRE' electric type part to standardise on 20/25 RR and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | S.F.81 S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD., CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO. 1. Handwritten Note: 33/9d 16/9 As an inducement we are prepared to quote you the special nett… | ||
| img126 | Proposal to fit an electrically wound clock on the 20/25 chassis, detailing its reliability and cost. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Sg. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.17.9.35. CHASSIS ELECTRIC CLOCKS. We should like to have your views regarding the proposal to fit an electrically wound clock on the 20/25 chassis. Apart from the… | ||
| img127 | Potential fitting of an electrically wound clock on the 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | √6026. S/W To Wst. from Sg. Chassis Electric Clocks. Sg2/E24.9.35 Referring to Hs/Wst.4/MA.17.9.35 we should like to have an electrically wound clock on the 20/25 chassis if the extra cost per clock… | ||
| img128 | Letter of complaint to a supplier about a faulty electric wall clock and a request for a replacement. | ||
| View original record | 86026 Hs/Wst.14/MA. 24th December, 1935. Mr. C. W. Nichols, Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Nichols, Some time ago you supplied Mr. Hives with a wall type Smith… | ||
| img129 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a faulty clock due to electricity supply issues and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Y6026 105 ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 lines)… | ||
| img130 | Failure and replacement of an electric clock from vehicle 21-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. C. to G/Mt. 86026 Hs/Wst.1/JH.10.2.36. Electric Clock off 21-G-IV. The above clock failed in service and was removed. A spare clock was available, but it was without a fuse. Consequently the… | ||
| img131 | Arranging the return of a faulty Smith electric clock for repair due to intermittent running and a stripped hand-setting knob. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. r 6026. Hs/Wst.3/JH.3.3.36. Faulty Smith Electric Clock. Will you please arrange for the return to Messrs. Smith, for repair, of one of their 25 H.P. type chassis… | ||
| img132 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. ordering a 'Roma' type electric clock. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Expl. Dept. Ha/Wst.6/MJ. 11th. June, 1936. C.W. Nichols, Esq., Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London. N.W.2. Dear Nichols, I want to order another electric clock and the type I… | ||
| img133 | Failed electric clock from car 36-AX, found with a blown fuse and broken mainspring. | ||
| View original record | 86026 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. HS/Wst.25/JH.19.6.36. Electric Clock off Car 36-AX. The Ph.111 type smith electric clock, belonging to the above car, has failed. The fuse was found to be blown,… | ||
| img134 | The replacement of a clock due to a design complaint. | ||
| View original record | 86026 EJJ. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/CAM. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.4/MA.18.8.36. With reference to G/CAM/AA.39/IL.4.6.36 attached, this clock was delivered to Hs. as a result of a verbal complain made by him to… | ||
| img135 | Faulty Smith Electric Clock removed from car 21-G-IV to be returned for repair. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Mt. 6026. Hs/Wst.18/JH. 7. 8. 36. Smith Electric Clock Off 21-G-IV. The electric clock, No.3II, has been removed from the ab ove car, on account of faulty operation. It appears that… | ||
| img136 | Removal of a faulty Smith mechanical clock from a car for repair. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Mt. 6026 Rm/Wst.1/JH.4.11.36. Smith Clock off 21-E-IV. A Smith mechanical clock, No.550872, has been removed from car 21-G-IV, owing to its failure to work. Will you please arrange for… | ||
| img137 | Faulty Smith Electric Clock from Phantom III car 36-EX, requesting it be returned for correction. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Wst.22/JH.24.11.36. Mr Joplin Smith Electric Clock Off Car 36-EX. 36 Some time ago, a Phantom III type clock, number E.119 was removed from the above chassis, and returned… | ||
| img138 | Failures of Smith electric clocks and a proposed new testing procedure. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To By. from Rm/Wst. c. to Hs. Sg. Hx. c. to EF. Roy. Hd. Rm/Wst.18/AP.4.12.36. FAILURES OF SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. In connection with the trouble that has arisen with electric clocks fitted to… | ||
| img139 | Failures of Smith Electric Clocks, specifically concerning the blowing of fuses. | ||
| View original record | 6026. S/W. Wst. c. to Sg. c. " Hs. c. " Mx. c. " BP. c. " ROY. C. " Hd. Cx5/KW8.12.36. Failures of Smith Electric Clocks. I have read your Rm/Wst.18/AP4.12.36 with interest. I understood that one of… | ||
| img140 | Failed Smith Phantom III electric clock from car 35-EX being returned to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. from Rm/Wst. 6026 Rm/Wst.13/AP.14.1.37. Smith Phantom III. type Electric Clock The clock, of the above type, has been removed from car 35-EX. having failed in service. Will you please… | ||
| img141 | Inquiring if the issues causing failures in Smith Electric Clocks have been resolved. | ||
| View original record | 6026 S/W. Rm/Wst. Failures of Smith Electric Clocks. Will you please let me know if you are now satisfied that Smiths have overcome the troubles giving rise to failures with their electric clocks. Cx.… | ||
| img142 | Replying to a query about obtaining information from Messrs Smiths regarding an issue with their Electric Clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 W/S. To Cx. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.2/AP.21.1.37. In reply to your memo regarding Electric Clocks, we are not yet in possession of final information from Messrs Smiths as to whether they have… | ||
| img143 | Visit to Smiths of Cricklewood regarding failures of electric clocks and the development of new speedometers. | ||
| View original record | (Sab.) CAP Please note and return 6026 WHF To Hs. from Rm/wst. c. to Sg. c. to M. c. to Sy. c. to Gx. c. to RHC. c. to Roy. Rm/wst.3/AP.28.1.37. We visited Messrs Smiths, Cricklewood, on Monday last… | ||
| img144 | The investigation and comparison of speedometers and rev counters from various suppliers. | ||
| View original record | Cap -2- to our speedometer has to be of fairly heavy construction and there is always much more chance of noise developing due to any parts being slack as a result of wear. We pointed out to them that… | ||
| img145 | Accuracy and inspection of Smith's Electric Clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 W/S Cx. c to Hs. c to Sg. c to By. c to RHC. c to ROY. c to B. Rm/Wst.3/W.27.2.37. Smith's Electric Clocks. Replying to your memo Cxi4/KW.26.2.37, we have no further information to give you on… | ||
| img146 | Further information on the accuracy and reliability of Smith's Electric Clocks. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm/Wst. c. to Hs. c. " Sg. c. " BY. c. " RHC c. " ROY. c. " E. Cx14/KW26.2.37. Smith's Electric Clocks. Reference Rm/Wst3/AP28.1.37, have you any further information on this subject, please,… | ||
| img147 | Proposed new bi-metal fuse for Smith's electric clocks and recurring faults. | ||
| View original record | WST 6026 W/S. c. Hs. C.E. BY/RD.2/B.5.3.37. Smith's Electric Clocks. With reference to the proposed new fuse on the Smith's electric clock, they write as follows, dated March 3rd. 1937. "Regarding the… | ||
| img148 | Letter requesting two electric clocks for experimental testing of a new bi-metal fuse and enquiring about a new clock design. | ||
| View original record | 6026 6th March 1937. Rm/Wst.4/AP. Messrs Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.Dorer. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 3rd.… | ||
| img149 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a bi-metal fuse and a new type of electric clock. | ||
| View original record | 105 6026 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE,… | ||
| img150 | The return of a faulty clock to the manufacturer for repair. | ||
| View original record | 46026, To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. Wst/RC.8/JH.19.3.37. * Re Clock (S.Smith & Sons) off 22-G-V. Will you please arrange for the 25/30 type, mechanical Clock No.551546 to be returned to the makers for… | ||
| img151 | Instruction to return a faulty mechanical clock, removed from a chassis, to S. Smith and Sons for repair. | ||
| View original record | To B/SS. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Wst. 6026. HPS/WSC.9/BA.20.3.37. 0/54105. 25/30. H.P. 22-G-V Instrument Board. We hand you herewith:- 1 Mechanical Clock No.551546, removed from the above Chassis. Will… | ||
| img152 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the functionality and cost of a new electric clock design. | ||
| View original record | 105 6026. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY THE ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S.… | ||
| img153 | Letter from supplier S. Smith & Sons discussing Bentley instrument illumination and appearance. | ||
| View original record | 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON.… | ||
| img154 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to R. Davis regarding the price of a new electric clock and components for a petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD., CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. Continuation No. RP81 R. Davis, Esq. 19th April 1937. I am pleased to learn from Mr. Manwaring that the new Electric Clock… | ||
| img155 | Investigation into noisy speedometers, faulty clocks, and rev drives on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm/GWH. Rm. RmC. Br Dy wsc 6026 Kingsbury 10.5.37. Bentley Rev: & Speedometers. Clocks. I have interviewed Mr. Arrow Smith of the A.T. Speedometer Co. with regard to noisy speedometer and… | ||
| img156 | Comparing factory procedures at Hoopers & Co. and Park Wards, and noting issues with faulty clocks. | ||
| View original record | -2- 10.5.37. It is quite possible for parts of the kit to fall on to the instruments, which we pointed out. We suggested that a cardboard box for the instrument patch would both keep them clean and… | ||
| img157 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. requesting two Jaeger electric clocks for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 6026. 11th June 1937 Rm/Wst.7/AP. The A.T.Speedometer Co., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.H.R.Buckland. Dear Sirs, We would like to try an experiment of… | ||
| img158 | Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and specification of Jaeger Electric Clocks for a Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | 6026 The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. A.T. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon Smith. H. R. Buckland. YOUR REF. Rm/Wst. 7/AP. PLEASE QUOTE OUR REF. HRB/EL MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS… | ||
| img159 | Letter from a supplier confirming the dispatch of two sample Electric Clocks for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6026. The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A.… | ||
| img160 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding a faulty clock being returned for examination. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Wst/RC.5/JH. 24th June, 1937. The A.T. Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.H.R.Buckland. Dear Sirs, One of the two clocks mentioned in… | ||
| img161 | New electric clock for a 33-Ex chassis that failed to operate and is being returned to the makers for examination. | ||
| View original record | To [illegible] from HPS/WSC. Rm/Wst. 6026. HPS/WSC.25/BA.25.6.37. O/54117. Electric Clock on 33-Ex Chassis We hand you herewith:- 1 new Electric Clock, which on being fitted to the above Chassis… | ||
| img162 | Returning a faulty A.T. Electric Clock from chassis 33-EX to the manufacturer for examination. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. 6026 Wst/RC.7/JH.24.6.37. re A.T. Electric Clock off 33-EX Chassis. This is a new clock which on being fitted to the above chassis failed to operate. Will you please arrange… | ||
| img163 | Instruction to arrange for a Smith's Jaeger electric clock to be fitted to the instrument board of chassis 6.B.1V. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To HPS. from Rm/Wst. c. Wst/CAP. Rm/Wst.13/AP.9.7.37 Re. Electric Clock for 6.B.1V. Will you please arrange for a Smith's Jaeger Clock to be fitted on the instrument board of the above chassis.… | ||
| img164 | Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the return of an electric clock. | ||
| View original record | 6026 The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| img165 | Requesting the return of a faulty Smith Electric Clock to its makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. Rm/Wst.1/JH, 13.7.37. re Smith Electric Clock No.R.27. Will you please arrange for the above instrument to be returned to the makers for repair. The winding mechanism… | ||
| img166 | Return of a faulty Wraith Electrical Clock for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To Haynes from HPS/WSC. Roy Rm/Wst. HPS/WSC.1/BA.14.7.37. O/54127 Wraith Electrical Clock. We hand you herewith:- 1 Smiths Electric Clock No.27, which has been removed from Wraith Chassis No.… | ||
| img167 | Covering order request for two electric clocks despatched to S.Smith & Sons (MA) Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To HPS/CEP. Rm/Wst.7/JH.2.8.37. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be sent to S.Smith & Sons (MA) Ltd. for two X50281/EB.B.D. electric clocks. These were despatched by the makers to… | ||
| img168 | Faulty Smith electric clock from car 26-G-VI to be returned for repair due to damaged insulation. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6026. Rm/RC.7/MH.6.10.37. RE FAULTY ELECTRIC CLOCK. The Smith electric clock belonging to car 26-G-VI has been removed, as it is faulty. Our bench test indicates… | ||
| img169 | Request to arrange the fitting of a Smith Impulse type Electric Clock No.2. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. 6026. Rm/RC.4/JH.8.9.37. re Impulse type Electric Clock. We have another Smith Electric Clock No.2. of the above type. Will you please arrange to have this instrument fitted on… | ||
| img170 | Faulty Smith Electric Clock from chassis No.26-G-VI to be sent for repair. | ||
| View original record | To [REDACTED] RM/RC. G.W. from HPS/WSC. 6026. HPS/WSC.8/BA.7.10.37. 0/54127 Electrical Clock. We hand you herewith:- 1 Smith Electric Clock, removed from Chassis No.26-G-VI, which is faulty. Our bench… | ||
| img171 | Following up on a Combined Revolution Counter and Clock from S. Smith & Sons still on test and its outstanding invoice. | ||
| View original record | RM/RC 6026 RM/W G/WFH/CA.48/MV.12.11.37. On the 2nd April 1937 S.Smith & Sons (M.A.)Ltd. despatched for your attention 1 42760/1 All Black Combined Revolution Counter and Clock U.82 for which they… | ||
| img172 | Return of a combined revolution-counter and clock to Smiths after testing. | ||
| View original record | 6026 G/WPH. Rm/RC.11/JH.18.11.37. re 1.42760/1 all black combined revolution-counter and clock U.82. With ref. to your memo. G/WPH/CA.48/MV.12.11.37. we are returning the mentioned instrument to… | ||
| img173 | The completion of tests on a Smiths Combined Revolution-Counter and Clock, arranging for its return. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. C.G/WFH. RC/CAP. 6026. Rm/RC.10/JH.18.11.37. re Smiths Combined Revolution-Counter and Clock. We have now completed our tests on the above instrument No.42760/1, clock U.82. Will you please… | ||
| img174 | Request to return a Smiths Combined Revolution-Counter and Clock after test completion. | ||
| View original record | 6026 HPC/SEP. CTG/FWH. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.10/JH.18.11.37. re Smiths Combined Revolution-Counter and Clock. We have now completed our tests on the above instrument No.42760/1, clock U.82. Will you please… | ||
| img175 | Packing note from Smith's English Clocks Ltd. regarding an inspected clock. | ||
| View original record | E.C.110 SMITH'S ENGLISH CLOCKS LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2. PACKING NOTE Always quote this reference 25689 No claim will be entertained unless made within 3 days of delivery of goods. If… | ||
| img176 | Packing note from Smith's English Clocks Ltd. to W.A. Robotham of Rolls Royce for a 'Takelite wal'. | ||
| View original record | E.C.110 SMITH'S ENGLISH CLOCKS LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W. 2 RC 26 25689 Always quote this reference PACKING NOTE No claim will be entertained unless made within 3 days of delivery of goods.… | ||
| img177 | Failure of three Smith Electric Clocks on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. c. to RC/CAP. 6026 Rm/RC.9/JH.22.12.37. re Smith Electric Clocks. We have had three cases of electric clock failure on experimental cars. These are :- (1) An experimental clock of the impulse… | ||
| img178 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W. A. Robotham regarding the return of a defective instrument. | ||
| View original record | 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY Miss Reco. 6026. ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| img179 | Requesting the return of a failed Smith electric clock from an experimental car for repair. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. 6026. Rm/RC.8/JH.17.3.38. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCK. A standard type Smith clock has failed in service, on experimental car 6.B.IV. and has been removed. Will you please arrange for… | ||
| img180 | Damaged Smith electric clock from car 25.G.VI, requesting its return to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 602 Rm/RC.9/MH.25.3.38. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCK. A standard Smith electric clock has been removed from car 25.G.VI and handed to us, with the complaint that it is damaged.… | ||
| img181 | Ordering nine 12v clocks from S. Smith & Sons for fitting into experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To RDY. [struck through] c. HPS. c. Rm/RC. 6026 BY/RD.4/B.25.3.38. Will you please order from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., 9 All Blk. 12 v. Clocks, fitted with 38 m/m movements. Code No:… | ||
| img182 | Requesting to forward a faulty Smith's Electric Clock, removed from a Wraith car, to the supplier for repair. | ||
| View original record | To B.F.P. from HPS/WSC. Hd/WSC. Svyrs. Regy. Rm/EC. 6026 HPS/WSC.9/BA.26.3.38. O/52435. Smith Electric Clock. We hand you herewith:- 1 Smith's Electric Clock, removed from Wraith car 25-G-VI. Will you… | ||
| img183 | Return of two Smith electric clocks to production stock. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/MS. 6026 Rm/RC.8/JH.2.4.38. re SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. We received on 31.3.38. for the attention of Rm/Child. 2 electric clocks to DB.1462. These were marked BA.66 and were obtained on… | ||
| img184 | The failure of a Smith electric motor type clock during experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.1/JH.5.4.38. Smith Motor Type Clock. We recently had three Smith electric motor type clocks submitted by the makers for experimental tests. One of these, marked I… | ||
| img185 | Failure of a Smith's Motor Type Clock during experimental testing and its return to the manufacturer. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To. Boy, from HPS/WSC. GZHD. SDCDE. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.22/BA.6.4.38. Re: Smith's Motor Type Clocks. The above firm recently submitted to us for experimental test 3 of the above clocks. One of these… | ||
| img186 | Preliminary test report on a Smith Motor Type clock, which is not recommended for fitment due to reliability issues. | ||
| View original record | File To By C. to By/RD. 602-6. Rm/RC.16/JH.8.4.38. Attached is a report of a preliminary test carried out on the Smith Motor Type clock. This type has the advantage of (1) Simplicity of construction… | ||
| img187 | Test report on two Smith motor-type electrical clocks proposed for standardisation. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/RC. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.9/JH.7.4.38. SMITH MOTOR-TYPE ELECTRICAL CLOCK. Two Smith clocks of the impulse motor type have been submitted for test by the makers as samples of a cheaper type… | ||
| img188 | The performance, failure, and cost of car clocks under testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- Third Week. Voltage constant between 14.15 and 14.1 volts. Time Variation :- No.1 clock gained 2.0 minutes. No.2. clock lost 4.0 minutes. Sum variation over three weeks - No.1 gained 1.0 minutes.… | ||
| img189 | Letter concerning the timing issues and repair of two clocks returned for service. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS. Directors: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND, SIR ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L RALPH GORDON SMITH, H. R. BUCKLAND.… | ||
| img190 | The continual failure of electric clocks, its causes, and a proposal to revert to reliable hand-wound clocks. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Hs. Rm. Der. R.C. 6026 BY.1/B.26.5.38. ELECTRIC CLOCKS. Owing to the continual failure of electric clocks and our investigation as to the cause, we find that the majority of failures are due to… | ||
| img191 | Agreeing with a recommendation to revert from problematic electric clocks back to reliable hand-wound clocks. | ||
| View original record | S/W....HY? c. to Sg. Hs. -> Rm. Dr. ----- 6026. C1/C2.8.38 Re ELECTRIC CLOCKS. HY1/B26.5.38 ----- We absolutely agree with your recommendation that we should go back to the reliable hand-wound clock.… | ||
| img192 | Requesting the purchase of a clock for the Conference Room. | ||
| View original record | 6026 RC. from Rm. Rm5/R.14.6.38. Will you please order a clock for the Conference Room. This can be similar to the clock in my Office, but should not be fitted high up on the wall to prevent of it… | ||
| img193 | Request to obtain a Smith's 'Derby' synchronous electric clock for the Conference Room. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/Ms. from Rm/RC. 6026 Rm/RC.1/MH.17.6.38. Will you please obtain for use in Rm's Conference Room a Smith's sychronous electric clock. Type: "Derby". Walnut finis for use on 200 volt mains.… | ||
| img194 | Internal order for a Smith's 'Derby' model electric clock for the conference room. | ||
| View original record | Roy from EJJ/JV c to Rm/RC 6026 53/718 EJJ/JV17/MM24.6.38. RE: ELECTRIC CLOCK FOR CONFERENCE ROOM. Please order:- 1 - Smith's Electric Clock, "Derby" Model, 6" diameter dial. Walnut finish. To be… | ||
| img195 | Requesting the exchange of clocks on chassis B.56.BN for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.27.6.38. Smith Motor Type clock. (Chassis B.56.BN). In connection with our experiments on this type of clock, will you please arrange for No.2 clock to be… | ||
| img196 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding sample clocks and a mechanical wiper. | ||
| View original record | 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S. S.… | ||
| img197 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the cost and availability of a new Stem Wind Clock and a new design Electric Clock. | ||
| View original record | 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. Please quote our reference: S.1. SALES DIRECTOR'S OFFICE. 30th June,… | ||
| img198 | Two sample electric clocks received from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons for testing. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To Rm/RC. BY/RD.7/B.28.2.38. ELECTRIC CLOCKS. Please receive herewith two clocks received from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., These are representative samples of what they propose to supply… | ||
| img199 | The road testing of two Smith Motor Type Clocks on specific cars. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. 6026 Rm/RC.15/JH.6.7.38. SMITH MOTOR TYPE CLOCK. We have two clocks of the above type ready for road test. Will you please issue the necessary instructions for the one marked… | ||
| img200 | Requesting instructions to fit two Smith Motor Type Clocks onto specific cars for road testing. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. 6026 Rm/RC.15/JH.6.7.38. SMITH MOTOR TYPE CLOCK. We have two clocks of the above type ready for road test. Will you please issue the necessary instructions for the one marked… | ||
| img201 | Fitting of experimental Smith motor-type clocks to various test cars. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6026 Rm/RC.7/MH.13.7.38. EXPERIMENTAL SMITH MOTOR-TYPE CLOCKS. We have now received four more clocks of the Smith motor type for test on cars. Will you please… | ||
| img202 | Two faulty Smith electric clocks removed from experimental cars and a request for their return. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To Order Office. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.6/JH.1.9.38. SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. We have received two standard type Smith electrical clocks, which have been removed from experimental cars on account of… | ||
| img203 | Internal request to order 12v Impulse Type Clocks from S. Smith & Sons for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To. Buyg c. HPG c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.2/B.16.9.38. Will you please order from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (MA) Ltd., :- 12 All Black 12v. Impulse Type Clocks, fitted with 38 m/m Electric Movements. Code… | ||
| img204 | Requesting the return of a damaged Smith Impulse type clock for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6026. To Roy/Ms. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.2/JH.23.9.38. Smith Impulse type clock. The impulse type electric clock No.IV. belonging to car 27.G.VI, has been damaged, the stem of the hand-setting device… | ||
| img205 | Production and supply of Impulse Type Electric Clocks with A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS - see me To BY. Rm. Rm BY/RD.1/B.27.10.38. ELECTRIC CLOCKS. 6026. Mr. Arrowsmith of The A.T. Speedometer Co., called here yesterday to discuss queries relative to the production of the Impulse… | ||
| img206 | Supply, cost, and ordering of clocks for various car models, including a proposal for a new fuse. | ||
| View original record | -2- In order that the clock may be made on an economical basis, they are seeking permission to manufacture 1000, to be delivered to us as and when we require them. We have not yet ordered :- 2nd. half… | ||
| img208 | Report summarizing the testing and performance of Smith Motor Type Electric Clocks for potential standardisation. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To By. c. to G. c. to Hs. c. to M. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.10/JH.28.10.38. SMITH MOTOR TYPE ELECTRIC CLOCKS. In order to get an idea of the progress of the new type of electric clock, and whether it… | ||
| img209 | Test results and mileage data for several instruments, concluding with a recommendation to standardize the impulse type clock. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.10/JH.28.10.38. No.5. Fitted on 35.EX and has run 3,710 miles. No.6. Bench starting and stopping tests, 56 starts without missing. Fitted on 25.G.VI and has run 145 miles. No.7. Fitted on… | ||
| img210 | Confirming quantities of electric clocks to be ordered for various car series and the supply of fuses. | ||
| View original record | 602.6 BY/RD c. Rm. BY.9/N.3.11.38. Electric Clocks. ----------------- Referring to your memo BY/RD.1/B.27.10.38, standardisation sheets have been issued covering the Motor Type Electric Clock. In… | ||
| img211 | Proposals for a new Impulse Clock and the replacement of faulty Empire Clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 - To EY. c. Rm. BY/RD.8/B.10.11.38. R.C. ELECTRIC CLOCKS. Further to BY/RD.1/B.27.10.38., Mr. Arrowsmith of the A.T. Speedometer Co.Ltd., has today shown us their proposals for building up the… | ||
| img212 | Faulty experimental Smith Impulse type electric clock and a request for its return to the makers. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To Roy. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.3.4.39. Smith Impulse type electric clock. Experimental clock of the impulse type No. IV has been removed from car 27.G.VI. owing to report of failure. On… | ||
| img213 | The failure, testing, and history of an impulse-type clock from car 27.G.VI. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To By, from Rm/RC. c. By/RD. Rm/RC.2/MH.5.4.39. FAILURE OF IMPULSE TYPE CLOCK. The first serious failure of this type of clock has occurred with No.IV unit, fitted on car 27.G.VI. It was reported… | ||
| img214 | Correspondence from S. Smith & Sons regarding the replacement of a faulty electric clock due to a blown fuse. | ||
| View original record | 105 Electric Clock. 6026. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333… | ||
| img215 | Internal memorandum detailing the investigation into the failure of an impulse type clock, its subsequent lubrication, and test results. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To By. from Rm/RC. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.8/JH.27.4.39. FAILURE OF IMPULSE TYPE CLOCK. With reference to our report of 29.3.39. on the failure of one of the impulse type clocks, it was stated that… | ||
| img216 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. concerning the noisy feature of an electrical clock and confirming car work will continue during hostilities. | ||
| View original record | Elec 6026- Rm.7/JH. 2nd. February, 1940. C.W.Nichols Esq., S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Mr.Nichols, Thank you for your letter dated 30th. January. We are now keeping a… | ||
| img217 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the performance and noise issues of various electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| img218 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the performance and investigation of clocks for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | P 81 S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO. 1 As you know, I have had this particular type of clock on my Bentleys with entirely satisfactory… | ||
| img219 | Letter to Smith & Sons Ltd. discussing issues with impulse clocks and potential modifications to speedometer and tachometer drives. | ||
| View original record | RC 6026 Rm/RC.1/JH. 10th. February, 1940. Messrs.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, During the recent visit paid us by your… | ||
| img220 | Page 2 of a letter confirming the dispatch of an eight-feet length drive for modification. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.1/JH. 10th. February, 1940. send you one of our eight-feet length drives for modification. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| img221 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the regulation of impulse clocks and modifications to drive cables. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L RALPH GORDON-SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img222 | Continuation page of a letter from A. T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | A. T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CONTINUATION. 2 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Always at your service. We beg to remain, Yours faithfully, pp. A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., [Signature] A.V. Arrowsmith | ||
| img223 | Instruction to all testers regarding the observation of car clocks for irregularities in running and time-keeping. | ||
| View original record | 6026 TO ALL TESTERS. Rm/RC.12/ML.15.3.40. All clocks on cars are under observation with a view to ascertaining what irregularities occur, in running and time-keeping. Will all concerned, therefore,… | ||
| img224 | Request for a record of the behaviour of electric clocks on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To Rm/RC. from Rm. Rm.1/MH.18.3.40. Will you please let me have a record of the behaviour of the electric clocks on experimental cars. [Signature] Rm See - RM R/MLF29 | ||
| img225 | The bench and accuracy testing of Smith's motor-type electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 file elec Rm.9/ML.29.3.40. SMITH MOTOR-TYPE ELECTRIC CLOCKS. The motor-type electric clock was submitted by Messrs Smith's in 1938, as a cheaper instrument than the existing standard. Bench tests… | ||
| img226 | Procedure for observing and rectifying the accuracy of clocks in experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.9/ML.29.3.40. this had been rectified by the Makers. Recently the question of accuracy again arose and the matter was discussed with the Makers. As a result the following procedure… | ||
| img227 | Daily gain or loss in minutes for instruments on various identified cars. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. Rm.9/ML.29.3.40. | Car. | Gain or Loss in Minutes per day | Remarks. | |---|---|---| | 11.B.V. | 0 to -.11 | Maximum variation not more than .50 minutes per day. | | 12.B.V. | +.21 to… | ||
| img228 | Replacement of a faulty clock on car 4.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To HPS/RH. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.3/JH.30.3.40. Faulty Clock on car 4.B.50. The clock on car 4.B.50. badly needs adjusting and is to be returned to the makers for this purpose. Will you therefore… | ||
| img229 | Internal memorandum regarding the return of two faulty Smiths car clocks for examination. | ||
| View original record | Elect 6026 To HPS/RH. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RE.10/JH.9.4.40. Faulty Car Clocks (Smiths). We have an arrangement with the makers of our clocks whereby all instruments which do not keep good time are to… | ||
| img230 | Letter to Messrs. Smith & Sons regarding the examination of two faulty clocks that are consistently losing time. | ||
| View original record | Elect 6026 Rm/RC.9/JH. 9th. April, 1940. Messrs. Smith & Sons, Cricklewood Works, LONDON. N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are forwarding to you, under separate cover, two… | ||
| img231 | Arranging the despatch of two clocks to A.T. Speedometer Co. for examination and adjustment. | ||
| View original record | 6026 To PTBP. from HPS/CP. c.c. Mr/RC. c.c. Rm/RC. HPS/CP.2/SW.10.4.40. O/52444. We hand you herewith :- 1-DB.2322 Clock - marked No. 264. 1 Clock - Early type marked No.4 Will you please despatch… | ||
| img232 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. discussing the performance of and supplying new instrument cables. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. SIR ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 1136… | ||
| img233 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the cause of a waving speedometer needle due to faulty inner drive cables. | ||
| View original record | -2- inner strands of the inner drive were allowed to spring back a little and when, after running for a little time on the car gradually become worse, therefore, instead of being a solid cable became… | ||
| img234 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons expressing disappointment over samples brought back from America, highlighting a plastic part and a clock. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Elect S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:… | ||
| img235 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding instrument samples, drawings for speedometers and gauges, and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET. W.A.Robotham, Esq., 1. These are the only samples which are worth while submitting to you and you will, I am afraid, be equally… | ||
| img236 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an instrument panel design, a wireless control unit, and an electric clock. | ||
| View original record | Elect. 6026 S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI. COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON. N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:… | ||
| img237 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing the accuracy of an instrument, comparing an electric design to a stem-wind job. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET. 1. article and that we can give you one which will not have a greater variation than five minutes per week under normal running conditions.… | ||
| img238 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing proposals for testing electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Fleet S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:… | ||
| img239 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. discussing the acceptable performance and accuracy for electrical clocks before batch testing. | ||
| View original record | Rm.S/ML. 3.7.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, London.N.W.2. Dear Mr. Nicholls, Thank you for your letter of July 1st. re electrical clocks. I am… | ||
| img240 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the trial of electric clocks on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS - See me Rm S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333… | ||
| img241 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons requesting a sketch for mounting clocks onto panels. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET. 1. W.A. Robotham, Esq., 6.7.40. Will you kindly let me know where these Clocks will be fitted and, if possible, let me have a sketch of the… | ||
| img242 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the supply and arrangement of clocks for cars. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Elet Rm.9/ML. 12.7.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., S.Smith & Sons.Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, N.W.2. Dear Mr. Nicholls, Thank you for your letter of July 6th. Send us the clocks independently… | ||
| img243 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the supply and fitting of six electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Elect S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams:… | ||
| img244 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of six electric clocks for mounting and inspection. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img245 | The performance testing of clocks from Arrowsmith. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. from Rm. c. Rm/Wym. Rm.9/ML.13.9.40. Clocks With reference to this letter from Arrowsmith, will you please arrange to put three of these clocks on 9.B.V. and three in your Laboratory. We will… | ||
| img246 | Requesting the placement of clocks on a 9.B.V. test rig and in the Laboratory for performance recording. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. from Rm. c.c. Rm/Wym. Rm.9/ML.13.9.40. With reference to this letter from Arrowsmith, will you please arrange to put three of these clocks on 9.B.V. and three in your Laboratory. We will keep… | ||
| img247 | Confirming clocks from A.T. Speedometer Co. are for free-of-charge experimental and test purposes. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Know Steel Cabinet Roy/AES. from Rm/ML. Rm/ML.2/19.9.40. Further to our telephone conversation this afternoon with regard to the attached slip from the A.T.Speedometer Co., Rm. states… | ||
| img248 | Mounting of special clocks in the laboratory and the start of record keeping. | ||
| View original record | P DRAWER elec file To Rm. for Rm/RC. C. Rm/Wym. Rm/RC.3/ET.20.10.40. Re: CLOCKS. -------- With reference to your Rm.9/ML.13.9.40, we have now mounted three of the special clocks in 9.B.V. and the… | ||
| img249 | Request to obtain a Sectric clock plug and flex for an electric clock in Mr. Robotham's Derby Office. | ||
| View original record | 26 To EHJ/HG. From Rm/RC. (The Grange) Rm/RC.3/LT.6.11.40. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs. Batterby & Heford Ltd., 1 - Sectric Clock plug (with two fuses) and 16 ft. of twin flex suitable… | ||
| img250 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham regarding the safe arrival of a clock and a Dickinson Pump report. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img251 | Enquiry from S. Smith & Sons regarding the position of six electric clocks and heaters on test. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img252 | Requesting a report and photograph regarding the performance of Smith Electric Clocks on 9.B.V. | ||
| View original record | To: Childs. 6119 SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS. Will you please let me have a report of exactly how long the electric clocks on 9.B.V. have been running. Will you also have a photograph of the clocks taken to… | ||
| img253 | Letter discussing the testing of electric clocks and the development of car heating systems. | ||
| View original record | File Clocks (elec) Rm.1/ML. 6.1.41. C.W.Nicholls, Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, To reply to your letter of the 13th. December. I… | ||
| img254 | The 70-day test of six special motor type electric clocks provided by Messrs S. Smith & Sons. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.2/AL.6.1.41. MOTOR TYPE ELECTRIC CLOCK. Last October, Messrs S.Smith & Sons., submitted six special motor type clocks for testing on our cars. Three of these were mounted on an… | ||
| img255 | The accuracy and reliability of various types of car clocks. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm/RC.247.6.1.41. 8.B.V. . . . . . .+5 mins. per week. 9.B.V. . . . . . .+2 1/2 " " " 10.B.V. . . . . . +2 1/2 " " " 12.B.V. . . . . . .+4 1/2 mins. per week. 4.B.30. . . . . .+3 1/2 " "… | ||
| img256 | Performance chart showing the daily error of Smith Motor Type Electric Clocks on car 9 B V over approximately 65 days. | ||
| View original record | SMITH MOTOR TYPE ELECTRIC CLOCKS ON CAR 9 B V MINS ERROR PER DAY DAYS 440 MILES RUN DAY VOLTS LOW STANDING BATT CHARGED 270 MILES 8K RUNNING 217 MILES 12.2V STANDING RUNNING 500 MILES RUN DAY & NIGHT… | ||
| img257 | Graph charting the performance and timekeeping accuracy of Smith Electric Clocks over approximately 75 days. | ||
| View original record | MINUTES +8 +6 +4 +2 0 -2 -4 -6 -8 -10 SMITH ELECTRIC CLOCKS ON 98 SY LONG RUNNING BATT CHARGE BATT LOW CAR STANDING IN SHOP FOR EXAMINATION SMALL MILEAGE. BATT VOLTS NOT ABOVE 12 V. ANY LONG PERIOD.… | ||
| img258 | Graph plotting minutes lost over a period of days for a Smith Motor Type electric clock operating at 12 volts. | ||
| View original record | SMITH MOTOR TYPE ELECTRIC CLOCK AT 12 VOLTS. MINUTES LOST- DAYS:- AT 9 AT 10 AT 6 | ||
| img259 | Performance graph showing the daily accuracy error for Smith Motor Type Clocks tested in a lab. | ||
| View original record | SMITH MOTOR TYPE CLOCKS IN LAB AT 12V MINUTES ERROR PER DAY DAYS +5 0 -5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 AT 9V R 30-1-39 | ||
| img260 | Photograph of a vehicle's instrument panel and dashboard layout. | ||
| View original record | CENTRE LAMP H.S.&T. S.&T. STARTER PL. OFF N LOCK | ||
| img262 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing the performance and design of electric clocks and heaters. | ||
| View original record | S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. The Clocks Telephone: Gladstone 3333 Telegraphic Address: Speedofac, Phone, London. Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. 11th January, 1940 W.A. Robotham, Esq., Rolls-Royce… | ||
| img263 | Letter responding to requirements for a modified heater unit and arranging for a sample to be sent. | ||
| View original record | We readily admit that your requirements call for special consideration and we are prepared to take care of same with a unit designed accordingly. May I suggest that just as soon as a sample of our… | ||
| img264 | Letter to a motor accessories supplier regarding the performance of clocks and heaters. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/ML. 21.1.41. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, Thanks for your letter of the 11th. January. I note… | ||
| img265 | Requesting the return of a Smith's car clock from a Studebaker to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6026 Elec To Roy/TT. Rm/RC.10/JH.18.7.41. Will you please arrange for one Smith's car clock to be returned to the makers for repair. This clock is off our Studebaker and has lost both the hand setter… | ||
| img266 | Results of a battery life test. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.4/LT.7.11.40 - 2 - LIFE TEST: This test consisted of repeatedly discharging and charging the battery at the rate of one cycle per day for 5 days per week, until it was worn out; the number of… | ||
| img267 | Letter from a supplier confirming a battery order error and arranging replacements. | ||
| View original record | 6021 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… | ||
| img268 | Details and specifications of a Heinkel bomber battery seen at R.A.E. South Farnborough. | ||
| View original record | DETAILS OF HEINKEL BOMBER BATTERY SEEN AT R.A.E. SOUTH FARNBOROUGH 9th FEBRUARY 1940. Make: Varta Type: Lead-Acid Voltage: 12 Capacity: 30 a.h. at 10-hr. rate. Weight: 17.5 Kg. (38 1/2 lbs.) Fully… | ||
| img269 | Blueprint showing the wiring layout for a battery and main switch. | ||
| View original record | MAIN SWITCH BATTERY ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. PRINT ROOM 18 MAY 1940 DERBY. 30 GVI - 6 Scale TR-I Blue - 9B-V Black - 33-GVI-5 6'-6 6'-5 | ||