Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Short typed memo responding to two paragraphs from a previous note regarding a bonus and claim involving 'EP senior' and 'EP junior'. | ||
| View original record | Miss England II. Sg2/S10.11.31. TO: HG. D1/DL11.11.31. Your first paragraph: This was made with the knowledge throughout of EP senior. With reference to your second paragraph; your note is the first… | ||
| img002 | Letter regarding an insurance claim for a son's medical condition, mentioning Lord Wakefield and Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | c. D. EP12/H11.11.31. re. MISS ENGLAND II. With reference to yours Sg2/E10.11.31. Naturally, I was alarmed at my son's condition when he arrived home, and immediately put him under medical attention,… | ||
| img003 | Suggestion for payment to Lord Wakefield and a bonus received by EP Junior. | ||
| View original record | To D. from Sg. Copy to EP. re Miss England II. Sg2/E10.11.31 I have noted the information given in your D /DL9.11.31. I presume that the suggestion of our writing to Lord Wakefield or EP Senior doing… | ||
| img004 | Expenses and disability claim for Eric Royce Platford following an accident during the 'Miss England II in America' event. | ||
| View original record | Miss England II in America TO: Sg. D4/DL9.11.31. (1) You will remember that Mr.Platford's son (Eric Royce Platford) was thrown out of the boat in consequence of which he was disabled. (2) This event… | ||
| img005 | Expense claim for personal damages following an accident involving Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | TEL: MICKLEOVER 136. Hesleyside, Uttoxeter Road, Mickleover, Derby. 4/11/31. To Mr De Looze. Re accident - Miss England II Expenses incurred due to personal damage Date of accident Sep 7th 1931… | ||
| img006 | Containing four handwritten names or signatures. | ||
| View original record | Lorne Charlton Sydney Jules L | ||
| img007 | Medical certificate for Mr Roy Phelford, who is unable to work due to a shoulder contusion. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 255 46, FRIAR GATE, DERBY. 24/ix/31 This is to certify that Mr Roy Phelford is suffering from a Contusion of the Shoulder & is unable to work. Hugh Barber M.D. Lond. | ||
| img008 | Short typed memo providing an instruction. | ||
| View original record | Wn. Tell L. not to do anything except on D's instructions. | ||
| img009 | Extracting a medical update on a shoulder injury and required massage treatment. | ||
| View original record | 5/10/31 RECEIVED 5 OCT 1931 Re Mr C.R. Platford + Miss Inglord Dam Accident Further my report re above - the following is extract of report my son the above sent to Mr Hives whilst at rest. "I am… | ||
| img010 | Internal note concerning an injury sustained by E.R. Platford. | ||
| View original record | EP. Re. E.R.Platford Injury. Will wait until the end and see what it costs and then deal with it altogether. | ||
| img011 | Employee's arm injury which has disabled him from employment. | ||
| View original record | 24th September, 1931. D14/DL.10831. EP reports that E. R. Platford arrived home last night and is found to be suffering from injuries to right arm which disable him from following employment. Matter… | ||
| img012 | Memo regarding an employee's medical examination, treatment, and insurance claim. | ||
| View original record | Min from EP 25/9/31 Have taken Roy. to Doctor (Dr Barker) Enclose certificate. Thorough examination - Father has ordered complete massage treatment for at least a fortnight & arm not to be used. Will… | ||
| img013 | Letter responding to a previous communication regarding an appeal to the Chairman. | ||
| View original record | The Homestead Nr Portishead Som. 31st Jany 1931 RECEIVED 9 FEB 1931 Dear Mr Deforce, I duly received your letter of the 26th inst in reply to mine addressed to your Chairman the Right Honble Lord… | ||
| img014 | The second page of a letter from a father regarding a provision for his late son's family and an application made to the company. | ||
| View original record | 2. notice of the provision made for my son's widow and child, not having been taken into confidence by her, about which, as the father of her late husband I feel I have a right to expect. Not that I… | ||
| img015 | Letter clarifying a misunderstanding and expressing gratitude for support offered after a disaster. | ||
| View original record | 3 I feel convinced that a wrong impression exists as to my attitude in this matter. restive, I am very anxious to remove it. (how comes?) Your Directors may think me lacking in appreciation of the… | ||
| img016 | Letter discussing personal matters and arrangements following a death and inquest. | ||
| View original record | 42 by your Director, Mr. Wormell, remains of your Executorship, & the hospitality, received while there, & also your kindness in allowing me to accompany you to Windsmore and Frogpool, on the occasion… | ||
| img017 | Excerpt of a letter discussing the welfare of a bereaved family and the offer of counsel. | ||
| View original record | recently (5) would be expect, or desire, that he, & his Co-Directors, would deal with the matter in a precisely similar manner to that which they would desire & expect, under similar circumstances,… | ||
| img018 | Letter discussing the funding and design for a memorial stone for the author's son. | ||
| View original record | 6 I am very pleased to say that Lord Wakefield of Hythe has very kindly asked to be permitted to defray the Cost of erecting an appropriate Memorial to my son, to which I have had pleasure in… | ||
| img019 | Suggestion to the drawing office to pay tribute to a deceased colleague by sending a suitable sketch or design. | ||
| View original record | y my con both of which he was identified with, providing would enable visitors to his grave-side to correctly identify him. I trust it may not be too much to again suggest that some of his late… | ||
| img020 | Letter to H. Halliwell, Esq. regarding the fitting of an H.S. Carburettor to a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | CV/HS. H. Halliwell, Esq., The Pavement, Crewkerne, Somerset. 26th January 1931. Dear Sir, Your letter to hand with enclosed references to the suggestion of fitting the H.S. Carburettor on a 20 H.P.… | ||
| img021 | Letter to Lord Wargrave regarding a deceased employee who made the supreme sacrifice. | ||
| View original record | The Homestead Pottershead Soms 20/1/31 To the Right Honourable Lord Wargrave P.C. My Lord, I regret to have to take the liberty of writing you but in justice to the memory of one of the late employees… | ||
| img022 | Letter from the father of the engineer who perished with Sir Henry Segrave discussing a suitable memorial. | ||
| View original record | only a fitting tribute to his memory. I write as the father of the young Engineer who perished with Sir Henry Segrave in 'Miss England II' on Lake Windermere in June last while in charge of… | ||
| img023 | Letter from W.H. Halliwell requesting reconsideration of a decision regarding the cost of a grave and memorial for his son. | ||
| View original record | The decision of the Administrative Board in this matter is the more surprising seeing that the Company through a responsible official, agreed (as witnessed by the Rev Prebendary, see his M.S.) - that… | ||
| img024 | Letter of condolence from Portishead Church Council regarding the death of a son and waiving interment fees. | ||
| View original record | (Copy) Portishead Church Council 18th June 1930 Dear Sir, I am requested to convey to you and your family this Council's deepest sympathy in the irreparable loss you have sustained by the death of… | ||
| img025 | Page featuring a biblical quote from John and a poem by Emerson. | ||
| View original record | "WHAT I DO THOU KNOWEST NOT NOW; BUT THOU SHALT KNOW HEREAFTER."—JOHN xiii. 7. The wings of Time are black and white, Pied with morning and with night. Mountain tall and ocean deep Trembling balance… | ||
| img026 | Bereavement thank you card from the Halliwell family. | ||
| View original record | Mrs. F. V. C. Halliwell Mr. & Mrs. W. H. Halliwell and Family desire to return their sincere thanks for the many tokens of sympathy received during the time of their great sorrow. "THE HOMESTEAD,"… | ||
| img027 | 'In Loving Memory' notice for Percival Victor C. Halliwell, B.Sc. | ||
| View original record | IN LOVING MEMORY OF Percival Victor C. Halliwell, B.Sc. AGED 31 YEARS who passed away on Friday, June 13th, 1930 at Windermere, Westmoreland, when upholding the honour and prestige of his Country, and… | ||
| img028 | Letter regarding the drowning of Percy Halliwell and a refused request for mourning expenses. | ||
| View original record | TO: Sg. I beg to enclose you herewith letter from Mr. Halliwell, the father of Percy Halliwell who was drowned on Windermere. I have submitted this to Mr Dad and he is of the opinion (with which I… | ||
| img029 | Appropriate response to a letter from a Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | To D. from Sg. re Halliwell. Thanks for D9/DL8.12.30. I agree with your and Wor's views and I leave it to you to write to Halliwell pers suitably. Sg. Enc. Letter from W.H.Halliwell dated 8.12.30… | ||
| img030 | Letter requesting a contribution towards a gravestone for a deceased employee. | ||
| View original record | "The Homestead", Redcliffe Bay, Portishead, Som... Dec 6th 1930. [STAMP: RECEIVED 8 DEC 1930] [STAMP: J. De Looze Esq.] [STAMP: Circular clock stamp with 8 DEC 1930] Secretary, Messrs. Rolls-Royce… | ||
| img031 | Suggestion for a memorial stone design for Sir Henry Segrave following his death. | ||
| View original record | his life in the "Miss England" speed-boat, with Sir Henry Segrave, on Lake Windermere, in June last. May I also suggest that an appropriate design for our stone be supplied by his late co-workers in… | ||
| img032 | Letter declining further payments in connection with an accident at Windermere. | ||
| View original record | BL6/DL. 10th December 1930. W.H. Halliwell, Esq., "The Homestead" Redcliffe Bay, Portishead, Somerset. Dear Sir, Your letter of the 6th instant has been submitted to the Administration and we are… | ||
| img033 | Midland Bank credit slip for a payment from Rolls-Royce Ltd. | ||
| View original record | B. F. 423 It is particularly requested that the Person paying in fill up this Memorandum, which is to be returned to him initialled by the Cashier. MIDLAND BANK LIMITED ST. PETER'S STREET, DERBY. 6th… | ||
| img034 | Letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt concerning the deceased P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT. SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. Peters Chambers, Derby. AVN/WS. 5th September 1930. RECEIVED 6 SEP 1930 Dear Sir, P.V.C. Halliwell deceased. I thank you for your letter of the 4th inst… | ||
| img035 | Letter to a solicitor denying liability for expenses concerning the late P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | D16/DL. 4th September 1930. A.V. Nutt, Esq., Solicitor, St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Sir, P.V.C. Halliwell, decd. We thank you for your letter of the 3rd inst., enclosing copy of letter from Mr.… | ||
| img036 | Letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt to Mr. De Looze, enclosing a letter from Mr. Halliwell and asking when to inform him that Rolls-Royce denies responsibility for expenses. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. St. James's Chambers, Derby. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/MS. 3rd. September 1930. Dear Mr De Looze, I enclose for your information copy of letter received… | ||
| img037 | Follow-up letter to Mr. Nutt regarding a discussion about expenses and a recommendation for a son's estate. | ||
| View original record | Copy. The Homestead, Nr Portishead Sept 2 /30 Dear Mr Nutt, I shall be glad to hear if you have discussed the matter of the expenses with Mr DeLooze as per my interview with you when at Derby. Since… | ||
| img038 | Letter confirming a change of name on Saving Certificates has been completed. | ||
| View original record | 83 Woodland Rd Tyndalls Park. Bristol. Aug: 29th /30. Dear Mr De Looze, Thank you for your letter & the enclosure from Captain Irving. With regard to the change of name on those Saving Certificates… | ||
| img039 | Letter to Mrs. Halliwell enclosing a copy of a letter from Capt. Irving regarding a £10 investment. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell D12/DL. 25th August 1930. Mrs. Halliwell, 83, Woodland Road, Tindalls Park, Bristol. Dear Mrs. Halliwell, As promised, I send you herewith copy of letter from Capt. Irving, with which he… | ||
| img040 | Letter from Captain J.S. Irving enclosing a £10 donation for a fund to support Mrs. Halliwell, the widow of a former employee. | ||
| View original record | COPY Devonshire House, Piccadilly, London. W.1. July 9th, 1923. A.Wormald, Esq., Works Manager, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Mr.Wormald, I was very pleased to hear that your Company are taking steps… | ||
| img041 | Letter from Gertrude M. Halliwell regarding the receipt of a cash box and administrative forms. | ||
| View original record | 83 Woodland Rd. Tyndall's Park. Bristol. Aug: 24th /30. [STAMP] RECEIVED 25 AUG 1930 Dear Mr De Loose, Thank you for the cash box which I received quite safely. I am sorry I did not let you know… | ||
| img042 | Letter to Mrs. Halliwell regarding the return of her cash box and papers. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vite, Littleover, Derby. 22nd August 1930. Mrs. Halliwell, "Cranmere", Chain Lane, Littleover, Derby. Dear Mrs. Halliwell, (1) Your letter of August 21st to hand. (2) I am sending with this… | ||
| img043 | List of War Savings Certificates purchased by Mrs. Halliwell, detailing dates, quantities, and serial numbers from 1921 to 1923. | ||
| View original record | Mrs. Halliwell War Savings Certificates. 24th March 1921 4 cert. Nos. E/76 827640 to E/76 827643 30th April 1921 4 " F/18 835091 " F/18 835094 28th May 1921 4 " F/20 013202 " F/20 013205 8th Oct. 1921… | ||
| img044 | List of certificates with corresponding dates, reference numbers, and prices. | ||
| View original record | -2- 29th Sept. 1923 2 certs. Nos. J 925719 & J 925720 each for £20. 27th June 1924 1 cert. AA 329042 for £8. 13th Oct. 1924 2 certs. AA 384705 & AA 437725 each for £8. 29th Oct. 1924 1 cert. AA 468031… | ||
| img045 | List of War Savings Certificates purchased by Mrs. Halliwell, detailing dates, quantities, and serial numbers from 1921 to 1923. | ||
| View original record | Mrs. Halliwell War Savings Certificates. 24th March 1921 4 cert. Nos. E/76 827640 to E/76 827643 30th April 1921 4 " F/18 835091 * F/18 835094 28th May 1921 4 " F/20 013202 " F/20 013205 8th Oct. 1921… | ||
| img046 | List of certificates with corresponding dates, reference numbers, and prices from 1923-1924. | ||
| View original record | -2- 29th Sept. 1923 2 certs. Nos. J 925719 & J 925720 each for £20. 27th June 1924 1 cert. AA 329046 for £8. 13th Oct. 1924 2 certs. AA 364705 & AA 437725 each for £8. 29th Oct. 1924 1 cert. AA 458031… | ||
| img047 | Log of War Savings Certificates for Mrs Helliwell, detailing issue dates, amounts, and serial numbers from 1921 to 1924. | ||
| View original record | Mrs Helliwell "War Savings Certificates" Date Issued Amnt 2nd March 1921 4 L/18 827640 to L/18 827643 30th April 1921 4 L/18 835091 to L/18 835094 28th May 1921 4 E/20 013202 to E/20 013205 8th Oct… | ||
| img048 | Letter confirming receipt of a car insurance policy and making arrangements for a cash box. | ||
| View original record | "Halliwell" "Crammers," Chain Lane. Littleover. Derby. Aug: 21st 1930. [STAMP: 21 AUG 1930 RECEIVED] Dear Mr DeLoore, Thank you for sending me the Insurance Policy for the car, also for the letter… | ||
| img049 | Letter concerning the handover of a car insurance policy to a new owner. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 20th August 1930. Mrs. Halliwell, "Cranmers" Chain Lane, Littleover, Derby. Dear Mrs. Halliwell, I understand that you want to hand over to the person who bought your… | ||
| img050 | Letter to Mrs. Halliwell regarding her late husband's Savings Certificates and Birth Certificate. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 19th August 1930. Mrs. Halliwell, Cranmere, Chain Lane, Littleover, Derby. Dear Mrs. Halliwell: I send you herewith letter addressed to the Controller, Money Order… | ||
| img051 | Letter requesting a change of name on War Savings Certificates following a marriage. | ||
| View original record | Cranmere, Chain Lane, Littleover, Derby. 19th August 1930. Controller, Money Order Dept. Holloway, London. N.7. Dear Sir, I am the holder of various War Savings Certificates and National Savings… | ||
| img052 | Letter from a solicitor acknowledging receipt of a birth certificate for a deceased person. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT. SOLICITOR TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers Derby AVN/ME. 19th August 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Re Mr. W. C. Halliwell Decd. Many thanks for your letter of even date enclosing Birth… | ||
| img053 | Cover letter enclosing the birth certificate of the deceased Percy Conrad Victor Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 19th August 1930. Allan V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr. Nutt, Re: Percy Conrad Victor Halliwell dced. ----------- In accordance with the request of… | ||
| img054 | Letter to a solicitor regarding the National Health Insurance contributions of a deceased person and their widow's pension eligibility. | ||
| View original record | D18/P4-8-30. 4th August, 1930. Allen V. Nutt Esq., Solicitor, St. James' Chambers, DERBY. Dear Sir, Re P.C.V. Halliwell deceased. With reference to your letter of the 1st inst. From week ending 1st… | ||
| img055 | Memo regarding car insurance for the late Mr Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Mr Pope re late Mr Halliwell Car Insurance Please return receipt to me - J H Phillips - | ||
| img056 | National Insurance contributions for a deceased employee, Mr. P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Nat' Ins' Acts 1911-30. ---------------------- D/ETA1/EB4.8.30. D from D/ETA. Re. P.V.C.Halliwell(Deceased)and National Insurance. ---------------------- With reference to the above,contributions paid… | ||
| img057 | Letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt acknowledging receipt of a cheque for charges and disbursements concerning 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/ME St. James's Chambers, Derby. 2nd August 1930. Dear Sirs, Miss England II. I am much obliged to you for your letter of the 1st inst. forwarding cheque… | ||
| img058 | Solicitor's letter inquiring about a deceased employee's insurance status for a widow's pension claim. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers Derby AVN/ME. 1st August 1930. RECEIVED Dear Mr. DeLooze, Re F. V. C. Halliwell Decd. I am endeavouring to ascertain whether Mrs.… | ||
| img059 | Conclusion of a letter regarding the conditions for a claim after an employee's death. | ||
| View original record | the 3 years immediately prior to his death and if during such period Mr. Halliwell had paid not less than an average of 26 weeks contributions during each of such three years Mrs Halliwell would be… | ||
| img060 | Letter discussing funeral expenses and bereavement costs following a fatal disaster. | ||
| View original record | Copy. The Homestead, Nr. Portishead. July 18/30. Dear Mr. Nutt, I am sorry I did not write you yesterday as promised owing to deciding to take Mrs. Halliwell on a Channel trip, she being in a very… | ||
| img061 | Letter from W. H. Halliwell detailing final costs and mentioning medical attention required for Mrs. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Brought forward 18 : 10 : 6 Miscellaneous (details will be supplied if required). 3 : 17 : 6 £ 22 : 8 : 0 I think you will agree the above to be quite reasonable and no unnecessary items have been… | ||
| img062 | Solicitor's letter to Mr. DeLooze regarding expenses related to the death of Mr. Halliwell's son and the legal position of the estate. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Enc. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/ME. St. James's Chambers, Derby. 28th July 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, RECEIVED In accordance with your request I wrote to Mr. Halliwell Senr.… | ||
| img063 | Letter to Mrs. G.M. Halliwell arranging a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 22nd July 1930. Mrs.G.M.Halliwell, 83, Woodland Road, Tyndall's Park, Bristol. Dear Mrs.Halliwell, Referring to your letter of the 21st instant, I shall be pleased to… | ||
| img064 | Letter regarding travel arrangements to Derby, removal of furniture, and the sale of a house. | ||
| View original record | 83 Woodland Rḍ Tyndall's Park. Bristol July 21st /30. [STAMP: RECEIVED 22 JUL 1930] Dear Mr De Looze With reference to your letter of the 17th inst. I have decided to come up to Derby after the August… | ||
| img065 | Letter of advice concerning the sale of a property named 'Cranmere'. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 17th July 1930. Mrs. G. M. Halliwell, 83, Woodlands Road, Bristol. Dear Mrs. Halliwell, With reference to the house at "Cranmere" Chain Lane, Littleover, you would be… | ||
| img066 | Letter from a solicitor regarding the share book of a deceased individual. | ||
| View original record | /DeLooze/ ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. St. James's Chambers, Derby. TELEPHONE 1019. WS. 16th. July 1930. RECEIVED 17 JUL 1930 Dear Mr. DeLooze, P.V.C.Halliwell deceased. I thank you for your letter of… | ||
| img067 | Letter to George Hepthal acknowledging receipt of a cheque for £3 and confirming it has been forwarded. | ||
| View original record | George Hepthal, Esq., The Field House, Alcester, Warwickshire. Dear Sir: We beg to thank you for your letter of the 15th instant, enclosing cheque for £3, payable to Mr. Millisell. This we have sent… | ||
| img068 | Letter to Mrs. Halliwell enclosing a cheque from a client and a copy of the accompanying letter. | ||
| View original record | D7/M. 16th July 1930. Mrs. Halliwell, 83, Whiteladies Road, Bristol. Dear Mrs. Halliwell: (1) We have received from one of our clients a cheque payable to you for £5.5.0. which I enclose herewith. (2)… | ||
| img069 | Query asking if Mr. Mitchell would accept a cheque in place of postcards. | ||
| View original record | COPY The Field House, Alcester, Warwickshire. July, 1. 1926. Mr. APP. Do you think Mr. Mitchell would care to accept the enclosed R.M.C. cheque, in place of the postcards? I have sent on any of the… | ||
| img070 | Letter from George M. Hughes enclosing a cheque in memory of the late Mr. Hadinett. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE ALCESTER 3. THE FIELD HOUSE, ALCESTER, WARWICKSHIRE. July 15. 1930 RECEIVED 16 JUL 1930 Dear Sir, I am sure that Sir Henry Royce would care to accept the enclosed small cheque, in memory of… | ||
| img071 | Midland Bank paying-in memorandum from the St. Peter's Street, Derby branch. | ||
| View original record | S.F. 433. It is particularly requested that the Person paying in fill up this Memorandum, which is to be returned to him initialled by the Cashier. MIDLAND BANK LIMITED, St. Peter's Street, DERBY,… | ||
| img072 | Letter forwarding a Pass Book for the late P.V.C. Halliwell from the Derby Co-operative Society Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby 15th July 1930. A.V.Nutt, Esq., St.James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr.Nutt, Re: P.V.C. Halliwell, decd. I send you herewith Pass Book of Derby Co-operative Society Ltd. in… | ||
| img073 | Letter from a solicitor regarding the estate of the deceased F. V. C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Estate ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/HS. 14th July 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, F. V. C. Halliwell Decd. I thank you for your letter of the 12th inst.… | ||
| img074 | Letter to Allan V. Nutt regarding funeral costs for the late R.V.C. Helliwell. | ||
| View original record | Helliwell's Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 12th July 1930. Allan V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr. Nutt, Late R.V.C. Helliwell. I enclose you herewith original letter from A.H.… | ||
| img075 | Newspaper article detailing the inquest into the fatal accident of Sir Henry Segrave's 'Miss England' speedboat. | ||
| View original record | The Segrave Tragedy. How Sir Henry Met His Death. Experts at Inquest Explain How Disaster Happened. Floating Branch Struck at Great Speed. LAST SCENE ON MISS ENGLAND : SEGRAVE'S SIGNAL BEFORE DEATH.… | ||
| img076 | Letter to the Inspector of Police in Windermere regarding the inquest of Segrave & Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | PS/CL 12th July 1930. The Inspector of Police, Windermere. Dear Inspector Hogg, Re Inquest Segrave & Halliwell Many thanks for sending the five copies of the Westmoreland Gazette, which contains a… | ||
| img077 | Newspaper clipping detailing the crash of the 'Miss England' speedboat on Windermere. | ||
| View original record | … were divorced from the … fall. It was the C… as foreshadowed last year, which … in full working order since … department. They had been … from France by the poste. To … were written on the spot. …… | ||
| img078 | Newspaper clipping detailing the investigation into the sinking of the Miss England speedboat after a fatal incident. | ||
| View original record | Twenty minutes after the incident which led to the deaths of two men, a Windermere engineer returning by launch from the scene to Bowness recovered from the lake the water-logged branch of a tree.… | ||
| img079 | Newspaper clipping from the Westmorland Gazette reporting on the future of the Miss England II speedboat following an inquest. | ||
| View original record | FUTURE OF MISS ENGLAND II SURVIVOR ON THE SUITABILITY OF WINDERMERE FOR SPEED TESTS MR. WILLCOCKS SAYS SEGRAVE WOULD WISH TO "CARRY ON" SPECIAL WESTMORLAND GAZETTE INTERVIEW AFTER INQUEST "Miss… | ||
| img080 | Page from the Westmorland Gazette featuring local news articles, crash reports, and letters to the editor. | ||
| View original record | RESCUED HOUNDS PATTERDALE HUNTSMAN'S BRAVERY Presentation at Hackthorpe Police Court Mr. Braithwaite Wilson, huntsman of the Ullswater Foxhounds, was the recipient of a medal and certificate from the… | ||
| img081 | Newspaper clipping reporting on the coroner's inquiry into the fatal accident of Sir Henry Segrave in the Miss England II powerboat. | ||
| View original record | TOP ARTICLE FRAGMENT: ...the quest for speed is a practical one. ...at technical advances. Designers ...adapted to successful everyday use de-vices which were first thought out in connection with… | ||
| img082 | Newspaper clipping detailing the salvage of the speed boat Miss England II from Lake Windermere and the subsequent investigation. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II FLOATS AGAIN AFTER SIXTEEN DAYS IN WINDERMERE Sir Henry Segrave's Stop Watch Found Miss England II, the speed boat with which Sir Henry Segrave broke the world’s speed boat record, and… | ||
| img083 | Newspaper clippings from the Evening Chronicle detailing the inquest into the fatal 'Miss England' speedboat accident. | ||
| View original record | Evening Chronicle 5th July 1930. WHY MISS ENGLAND OVERTURNED. "BLOW FROM OBJECT IN THE WATER." — The Designer. From Our Own Reporter. Hawkshead, Saturday. The last chapter of a great adventure was… | ||
| img084 | Newspaper clipping from 'The Observer' detailing the inquest verdict of the Lake Windermere tragedy involving Sir H. Segrave. | ||
| View original record | The Observer LAKE WINDERMERE TRAGEDY. HOW SIR H. SEGRAVE MET HIS DEATH. INQUEST VERDICT. Further details of the wreck of the speed-boat Miss England II., in which Sir Henry Segrave and Mr. P. V. O.… | ||
| img085 | Newspaper clipping from the Sunday Despatch regarding the fatal accident of Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | Sunday Despatch 6th July 1930 HIS JOY BEFORE DISASTER. FLOATING OBJECT HITS STEP. "DULL THUD." Verdicts of Accidental Death were returned at the inquest at Hawkshead, near Windermere, yesterday on Sir… | ||
| img086 | Letter from a solicitor forwarding an additional statement by Mr. Ellor to the Coroner regarding the Miss England II matter. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT. SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/ME. RECEIVED 3rd JUL 1930 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Miss England II. I thank you for your letter of the 3rd inst. enclosing… | ||
| img087 | Letter to Allan V. Nutt enclosing an additional statement by Mr. Ellor regarding MISS ENGLAND II. | ||
| View original record | D1/DL. Allan V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. 3rd July 1930. Dear Mr. Nutt, MISS ENGLAND II I enclose you herewith in triplicate additional statement by Mr. Ellor. Yours faithfully, | ||
| img088 | Examination report on an engine recovered from water, detailing the damage to carburetter floats. | ||
| View original record | On Monday the 30th June, that Engines were lifted out of the boat and sent to the Rolls-Royce works at Derby to be completely dismantled and ascertained for internal examination. Notwithstanding the… | ||
| img089 | Letter from a solicitor regarding an account for a coffin and conveyance for the deceased P. V. C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Coffin ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/MS. 3rd July 1930. RECEIVED 4 JUL 1930 Dear Mr. De Looze, P. V. C. Halliwell Deceased. I thank you for your… | ||
| img090 | Letter to A.V. Nutt regarding an account from W. Walker & Son for a coffin and conveyance for the late P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Letters Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 2nd July 1930. A.V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr. Nutt, Re. Late P.V.C. Halliwell. I enclose you herewith account from W. Walker &… | ||
| img091 | Solicitor's letter regarding the 'Miss England II' incident, enclosing proofs of evidence and discussing witnesses. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. [STAMP: RECEIVED 3 JUL 1930] AVN/HE. St. James's Chambers, Derby. 2nd July 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Miss England II. In confirmation of my conversation with… | ||
| img092 | Solicitor's letter concerning amendments to the proof of Green's evidence regarding 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. St. James's Chambers Derby AVN/ME. 2nd July 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Miss England II. I thank you for your letter of the 1st inst. returning proof of Green's… | ||
| img093 | Letter to Mr. Nutt regarding arrangements and proofs of evidence for the Miss England II inquest. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Windermere. 1st July 1930. Dear Mr. Nutt, Miss England II. Many thanks for your letter of yesterday's date. The engines, gear box and shaft should be in Derby tonight and I hope, therefore, you… | ||
| img094 | Letter from the Coroner regarding the re-opening of an inquest for the deceased Segrave and Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Ulverston, 1st July 1930. Allan Y. Nutt Esq., Solicitor, St. James's Chambers, Derb. Dear Sir, Segrave deceased. Halliwell deceased. I am re-opening this Inquest at the Hawkshead Police Court at… | ||
| img095 | Cover page for a copy of a statement for the inquest on Sir Henry Segrave and Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II. INQUEST ON SIR HENRY SEGRAVE AND PERCIVAL VICTOR CONRAD HALLIWELL. COPY STATEMENT OF JOHN GEORGE AULSEBROOK KITCHEN. [Handwritten] Such L of George Spare Copy Allan V. Butt, Derby. | ||
| img096 | Eyewitness statement from John George Aulsebrook Kitchen regarding the crash of the Miss England II motor-launch. | ||
| View original record | JOHN GEORGE AULSEBROOK KITCHEN of "Brookfield", Storrs, Windermere, Engineer, will say:- On Friday June 13th I went out in my motor-launch to watch the trials of Miss England II. I took up a position… | ||
| img097 | Eyewitness account of the Miss England II boat accident. | ||
| View original record | of the wall of water. When the water subsided I saw Miss England II inverted, lying diagonally across her course. She gradually eddied round until she was finally lying more or less on her course… | ||
| img098 | Witness statement describing the discovery of a water-logged branch in the water following an accident involving Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | The object I first mentioned had disappeared before any boat got near. About twenty minutes after the accident I was proceeding back to Bowness on a course roughly parallel to Miss England's course… | ||
| img099 | Report from the Marine Motoring Association on the probable cause of a boat disaster, concluding it hit a floating object. | ||
| View original record | OLD ENGLAND LAKE HOTEL, WINDERMERE. June 14th 1930. In response to a request from the Press and as representing the Marine Motoring Association, I have obtained the following considered opinion from… | ||
| img100 | Witness statement describing a boat accident during a test run. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Willcocks original statement made about 7 p.m. on Friday 13th June. The first two runs were perfectly satisfactory. On the third run I imagined the boat was going considerably faster than on… | ||
| img101 | Witness statement from engineer Michael John Willcocks regarding the final record attempt of Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | MICHAEL JOHN WILLCOCKS of "Fermain" Pizee Avenue, Clevedon, Somerset, Engineer, will say:- I was directly employed by the late Sir Henry Segrave as his engineer and riding mechanic on Miss England II.… | ||
| img102 | First-person witness statement detailing a boat capsizing incident. | ||
| View original record | Normally when the boat is at speed I was fully employed in attending to the greasers, the temperature control cock and the like, but had occasional opportunities of glancing ahead. I was actually… | ||
| img103 | Eyewitness statement detailing the inspection of the Miss England II boat's controls after it was raised from the water. | ||
| View original record | I was present when Miss England II was raised to the surface and was the first person to board her. I immediately looked at the switches and clutch levers. I found that the switches were on and the… | ||
| img104 | Title page for the copy statement of Michael John Willcocks for the inquest on Sir Henry Segrave and Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell regarding the Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II. INQUEST ON SIR HENRY SEGRAVE AND PERCIVAL VICTOR CONRAD HALLIWELL. COPY STATEMENT OF MICHAEL JOHN WILLCOCKS. [Illegible handwriting] Allan V. Nutt, Derby. | ||
| img105 | Internal examination report of two engines recovered after being submerged in water and mud. | ||
| View original record | On Monday, the 30th June, two engines were lifted out of the boat and sent to the Rolls Royce works at Derby to be completely dismantled for internal examination. Notwithstanding the fortnight's… | ||
| img106 | Statement from an Experimental Engineer regarding the trial runs of the 'Miss England II' boat and its R-Type engines. | ||
| View original record | JAMES EDWIN ELLOR of 149 Burton Road, Derby, Experimental Engineer with Rolls Royce Ltd. will say:- On the 2nd June 1930 I went up to Windermere in the capacity of Advisory Engineer with the object of… | ||
| img107 | Final trials and accident involving the motor boat 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | evening of the same day, June 10th. On the second lap of this test one blade of the propeller broke and the Boat was towed back to the slipway. I made a thorough examination and found that the engines… | ||
| img108 | Witness report on the sinking of the boat 'Miss England II' and an analysis of the cause of the accident. | ||
| View original record | 17 Segrave and Mr. Willcocks were being lifted out of the water and we then secured the vicinity to try and find Mr. Halliwell. The Boat was then floating upside down with the stern well out of the… | ||
| img109 | Inspection report of the salvaged boat Miss England II after an accident. | ||
| View original record | the accident the resulting blow must have been enormous. On Sunday, the 29th June, I inspected Miss England II in Borwick's Boathouse at Windermere soon after she had been salvaged. I examined the… | ||
| img110 | Copy of Mr. James Edwin Ellor's statement for the inquest on the deaths of Sir Henry Segrave and Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II. INQUEST ON SIR HENRY SEGRAVE AND PERCIVAL VICTOR CONRAD HALLIWELL. COPY STATEMENT OF MR. JAMES EDWIN ELLOR. [Handwritten] Quote letter to/from Spa. 16/6/30 Allan E. Nutt, Derby. | ||
| img111 | Copy statement by Thomas Cooper Pattinson for the inquest on Sir Henry Segrave and Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell related to Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II. INQUEST ON SIR HENRY SEGRAVE AND PERCIVAL VICTOR CONRAD HALLIWELL. ----------------- COPY STATEMENT OF THOMAS COOPER PATTINSON. ----------------- File A/V.H. for boys Spare copy Allen… | ||
| img112 | Eyewitness statement from Thomas Cooper Pattinson concerning the accident of the motor launch Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | THOMAS COOPER PATTINSON of Raas Wyke, Windermere, Builder and Contractor will say:- On Friday June 13th I was out in my motor launch watching the trials of Miss England II. I saw the accident but was… | ||
| img113 | Copy of a statement by Thomas Harold Green for the inquest into the Miss England II accident involving Sir Henry Segrave and Percival Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | MISS ENGLAND II. INQUEST ON SIR HENRY SEGRAVE AND PERCIVAL VICTOR CONRAD HALLIWELL. COPY STATEMENT OF THOMAS HAROLD GREEN. Sent to Mr Hives Allan V. Nutt, Derby. | ||
| img114 | Statement from engine tester Thomas Harold Green regarding the installation and trials of engines in Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | THOMAS HAROLD GREEN of "Grenden" Cordon Avenue, Mickleover, Derby, Engine Tester, will say:- I am employed by Rolls Royce Ltd. as an experimental engine tester. I came to Windermere on June 2nd to… | ||
| img115 | The condition of an item following salving operations. | ||
| View original record | everything still in perfect order apart from the minor damage which had obviously been done by grapnels in the course of the salving operations. | ||
| img116 | Telegram confirming a hotel room reservation. | ||
| View original record | CONFIRMATION B or C Charges to Pay s. d. 12/36 This form, and if necessary the envelope, should accompany any enquiry respecting this telegram. POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Telegrams for INLAND addresses… | ||
| img117 | Telegram received by telephone regarding arrangements for a sample. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RR. 1444 1M BKS. 100 2-3-29 BM & SSS Time Received. 12.02 Date 1-7-30 To: Roycar Derby 12-10 By: Jbb from: Baroness de Waldner Message Grid: | As… | ||
| img118 | Telegram requesting a single room booking at the Bellsfield Hotel for a Friday and Saturday. | ||
| View original record | 2.7.30 BELLSFIELD HOTEL BOWNESS WINDERMERE REPLY PAID PLEASE RESERVE ANOTHER SINGLE ROOM FRIDAY AND SATURDAY WIRE CONFIRMATION ROYCAR. | ||
| img119 | Requesting instructions for Green and Orme to report to a meeting at The Bellefield Hotel. | ||
| View original record | URGENT TO: Wor. D1/DL2.7.30. Will you please give instructions that Green and Orme should report to me at The Bellefield Hotel on Saturday morning next, the 5th instant at 10 a.m. D. | ||
| img120 | Telegram received by telephone confirming a room reservation. | ||
| View original record | D 1944. 100 BKS. 11/29 451 A/MT OR P/MT ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. [Stamp: M D 1 JUL 1930 RECEIVED] Time Received: 11-30 Date: 1-7-30 Roy by By: CSL from: Windermere 10 53 letter… | ||
| img121 | Telegram confirming the receipt of a letter regarding room reservations for Friday and Saturday. | ||
| View original record | No. 0048 Office Stamp: DERBY DE 13 20 Time handed in: 10-58 From: 11-29 AM To: 11-30 AM Office of Origin: Wendermen Kl Words: 12 Roycar Derby Letter received reserving rooms as requested friday… | ||
| img122 | Solicitor's letter concerning draft evidence and statements related to the 'Miss England II' project. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. AVN/WS. St. James's Chambers, Derby 30th. June, 1930. [STAMPED: RECEIVED 1 JUL 1930] Dear Mr. De Looze, Re Miss England II. I herewith enclose… | ||
| img123 | Letter to a solicitor discussing proofs of evidence for an engine examination concerning the 'Miss England II' project. | ||
| View original record | D7/EL. 1st July 1930. A.V. Nutt, Esq. Solicitor, St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr.Nutt, Miss England II. (1) Referring to your letter of the 30th ultimo, enclosing proofs of evidence; Mr. Ellor… | ||
| img124 | Letter to a solicitor discussing amendments to a proof of evidence. | ||
| View original record | DSQ/DL. 1st July 1930. Allan V. Butt, Esq., Solicitor, St.Jane's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr.Butt, I return you herewith proof of Green's evidence and I suggest that the words should be left out of this… | ||
| img125 | Solicitor's letter regarding adding a paragraph to a trial statement about the examination of engine and mechanical parts. | ||
| View original record | W.W. de Looze Confidential. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. St. James's Chambers, Derby AVN/ME. 1st July 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, I thank you for your letter of the 1st inst. I will as… | ||
| img126 | Letter to the Belsfield Hotel requesting to reserve four single rooms for two nights. | ||
| View original record | DI/DL. 30th June 1930. The Manageress, Belsfield Hotel, Bowness, Windermere. Madam: Will you kindly reserve four single rooms for the evenings of Friday and Saturday, July 4th and 5th. Kindly confirm… | ||
| img127 | Newspaper clipping from the 'Sunday Chronicle' detailing the salvage of a speedboat after a fatal water speed record attempt. | ||
| View original record | Newspaper Clipping: MISS [Illegible] TRAGEDY [Illegible text] on Windermere on [Illegible text] above the surface of the [Illegible text]. Secured by four steel ropes, the craft was lifted pretty a… | ||
| img128 | Confidential letter from a solicitor regarding the estate of the deceased Mr. P. V. C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Confidential. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/ME. St. Jamess Chambers Derby 27th June 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Re P. V. C. Halliwell Deceased. As arranged I wrote to the Claims Department… | ||
| img129 | Letter from an insurance company to a solicitor regarding a denied insurance claim for a deceased person. | ||
| View original record | Copy. EAGLE STAR & BRITISH DOMINIONS INSURANCE CO. LTD., Daily Mail Claims Dept., 67 Fleet St., London E. C. 4. 26th June 1930. Allan V. Nutt Esq., Solicitor, St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Sir, Re… | ||
| img130 | Letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt regarding the estate of the deceased P. V. C. Halliwell and a rescheduled meeting. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. AVN/ME. St. James's Chambers, Derby 27th June 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, P. V. C. Halliwell Deceased. Since speaking to you on the telephone this morning Mr.… | ||
| img131 | Solicitor's letter concerning the final wages and compensation for a deceased individual named P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Confidential. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/ME. Encl. 26th June 1930. RECEIVED 27 JUN 1930 Dear Sir, P. V. C. Halliwell Deceased. I thank you for… | ||
| img132 | Letter from Charles Worcester & Co. to J. DeLooze regarding the sending of copies of a Burial Certificate. | ||
| View original record | Charles Worcester & Co. FINE ART PUBLISHERS, AND PLATINOTYPE PRINTERS. TELEGRAMS "PLATINUM, BRISTOL" Telephone No., 1634 Bristol Handwritten: Halliwell Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. 25th June,… | ||
| img133 | Letter to a widow regarding the final settlement of her late husband's wages and expenses. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell D4/LL. 25th June 1930. Mrs.G.M.Halliwell, 83, Woodland Road, Bristol. Madam: We have to-day sent to your Solicitor, Mr.Allan V.Nutt, of St.James's Chambers, Derby, the sum of £60. 7. 5.… | ||
| img134 | Letter to a solicitor enclosing money orders for a deceased employee's final wages and expenses. | ||
| View original record | DM/DL. 25th June 1930. Allan V. Nutt, Esq., Solicitor, St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Sir, Re: P. V. C. Halliwell, decd. (1) We enclose you herewith two money orders valued together £60. 7. 5.… | ||
| img135 | Letter requesting acknowledgement of receipt on an attached form. | ||
| View original record | -2- (6) Kindly acknowledge receipt on the attached form and return to us, and oblige. Yours faithfully, (REGISTERED) | ||
| img136 | Solicitor's letter concerning the estate of F.V.C. Halliwell, deceased, regarding an insurance policy and mortgage. | ||
| View original record | Confidential. Halliwell Estate ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. St James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/ME. 24th June 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, P. V. C. Halliwell Decd. I thank you for your letter of… | ||
| img137 | Letter acknowledging receipt of a Burial Certificate and requesting three additional copies. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 23rd June 1930. C.J. Worcester, Esq., Messrs. Charles Worcester & Co. Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. Dear Mr. Worcester, I thank you for your letter of the 21st… | ||
| img138 | Letter to Mr. Hutt concerning the estate of the late Mr. Halliwell, enclosing copies of correspondence and a burial certificate. | ||
| View original record | Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 23rd June 1930. A.V.Hutt, Esq., St.James' Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr.Hutt, The late Mr.Halliwell. (1) I enclose you herewith copies of the following :- (a) My letter to… | ||
| img139 | The concluding page of a letter concerning an Association's policy and mortgage deed. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) Presumably the Association have the policy and also the Mortgage Deed. (5) Kindly acknowledge receipt of this book. Yours faithfully, | ||
| img140 | Outstanding balance of wages and expenses for the late Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | TO: Sc. D18/DL18.6.30. There is a balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr. Halliwell. Please do not pay this except under my direction. Let me know what the amount is when it is ascertained.… | ||
| img141 | Newspaper clipping from The Times detailing attempts to refloat Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | The Times 18th June 1930 ATTEMPTS TO REFLOAT MISS ENGLAND II. TWELVE HOURS' WORK For 12 hours yesterday efforts were made to refloat Miss England II. She lies in 20 fathoms of water just 600 yards… | ||
| img142 | Covering letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt to Mr. DeLooze regarding an enclosed copy of a letter. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/MR. 18th June 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, I enclose copy of letter received from Mr. Handley this morning. After speaking to you… | ||
| img143 | Letter to Mr. Nutt regarding the inquest for the boat 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Windermere. 17th June 1930. Dear Mr. Nutt, Re Miss England 11. I thank you for your letter of yesterday's date. I did not see Mr. Ellor again after the inquest yesterday and I am advised this… | ||
| img144 | Letter discussing arrangements for an inquest following the sinking and salvaging of a boat. | ||
| View original record | tomorrow at the earliest. It has already been agreed with the Coroner that the proofs should not be sent to him until after the boat has been salvaged and that he will then arrange to resume the… | ||
| img145 | Statement from employee John Stanley Orme regarding engine testing at Windermere prior to a disaster. | ||
| View original record | JOHN STANLEY ORME of Chain Lane, Littleover. "I am employed by Rolls-Royce Limited, in their Experimental Department. I went to Windermere as an Assistant Tester to Halliwell on Wednesday, 4th June.… | ||
| img146 | List of financial documents received from Mr. John Delooze, pertaining to Mr. Percival Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | 17th June 1930. Received from Mr.John Delooze the following documents :- 1. Pass Book No.7919 in the name of Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell, the Derbyshire Permanent Benefit Building Society,… | ||
| img147 | List of documents relating to a life assurance policy and other financial correspondence. | ||
| View original record | -2- 8. Original letter from the Money Order Department, General Post Office, London, dated October 14th 1927 with reference to repayment of Savings Certificates. 9. Sun Life Policy No.979,586 in the… | ||
| img148 | Letter from the General Post Office regarding the repayment and cancellation of Savings Certificates. | ||
| View original record | COPY No.CB67489 MONEY ORDER DEPARTMENT, GENERAL POST OFFICE, MANOR GARDENS, HOLLOWAY, LONDON, N.7, 14, October 1927. Sir, With reference to your letter of the 9th instant, I have to enclose a warrant… | ||
| img149 | Dispatch note listing quantities of various parts, tools, and Merlin engines. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL R.R.A.F. HUCKNALL Quantities Despatched 27th June 1941. S 384/2 Spares 1 S 296 1 S 304/ 1 S 305 Diffuser & spacing pieces 1 Merlin/XX R.M.11.S.M. Throttle Controls 1… | ||
| img150 | List of securities deposited at the National Provincial Bank, Stafford. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL PROV.BANK STAFFORD Securities deposited 27th June 1921. E/38 151092/9 W.S.Cs. £8. E/16 622582 . 1 E/2 978360/4 E/16 617000 E/16 622576/81 * Sepr.1922 & 7 { 12 P.5541250/2 P.5541120 R… | ||
| img151 | Distribution memorandum listing carburettor numbers and various engine specifications. | ||
| View original record | Distribution. A.D.O. MEMO NO. 759 / 27.12.35 Test Programme. Tests on No. 8745 Ring Cylinder, C.32049 MS. 718 Carburetter Nos. Drg. GME 184 B. 46820 " GME 184 C. 46816 " 9689 C. 53871 " EWS 4715 C.… | ||
| img152 | Parts list or dispatch note with associated costs. | ||
| View original record | Desp. after test ... with nuts &c ... ... WITH ... as per ... As per No. 1 ... 16/- | ||
| img153 | List of certificates detailing issue dates, reference numbers, and prices. | ||
| View original record | Certificates. 1st Issue Sept. 29th 1923 Nos. J 925720, J 925719 for £20. Second issue. Oct. 29th 1924 £8 AA 468031 * 13th 1924 £8 AA 437725 * 13th " "8 AA 384705 June 27th " "8 AA 329042 1st Issue.… | ||
| img154 | Typed list of dates with corresponding numerical entries. | ||
| View original record | Dec. 29th 1922 7. March 2nd 1923 18. " 29th " 5. May 31st " 6. June 18th " 5. --- 16/- | ||
| img155 | Letter from W. H. Halliwell Estate Agent regarding the property 'The Homestead'. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell. Estate Agent. 'Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent: - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent: Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay,… | ||
| img156 | Letter from an estate agent regarding an association and policy particulars. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell. Estate Agent. 'Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122 District Agent: - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent: Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTSHEAD. Halliwell "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe… | ||
| img157 | Brief note regarding sending a wreath for the funeral of Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | S/W D C9/C17.6 RECEIVED 18 JUN 1930 The late Mr.Halliwell ----------- Thanks for your D3HL16.6.30 from which I note you are sending a wreath for the funeral of Mr.Halliwell. C. | ||
| img158 | Wage and bonus calculation sheet for an individual named V. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | V. Halliwell Wages year ended Apl 5/30 £440.16. 7. 6/7 of Bonus 213.11.10. ---------- £654. 8. 5. Full Bonus £249. 3.10. Wages from Ap16/30 to June 13th £113.19. 3. | ||
| img159 | Financial note listing items, prices, and a total cost. | ||
| View original record | V. C. Inspection Items on order No. ... - 9 - 7 Prices 113 - 1 - 1/2 and Frame Engine No. 654 8 5 Tracing may refer to G £113. 19. 3. should read | ||
| img160 | Newspaper article from 'The Times' about the inquest into Mr. Halliwell's death and the salvage of Sir H. Segrave's boat 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | THE TIMES, TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 1930 SIR H. SEGRAVE'S BOAT PLANS FOR SALVAGE INQUEST ON MR. HALLIWELL (FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT) BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE, JUNE 16 The Coroner's request at the opening… | ||
| img161 | Letter requesting photographs of the upturned 'Miss England II' boat for a Coroner's investigation. | ||
| View original record | Re. Miss England II. Dear Mr.Cowen, I understand there was a very good photograph in the Daily Mail Manchester edition on Saturday, of the upturned boat, showing very clearly the damage to the step on… | ||
| img162 | Newspaper clipping about the inquest into the death of engine tester Vic Halliwell during the Miss England II boat crash. | ||
| View original record | SPECIAL REQUEST OF SEGRAVE. Pencil And Engine Notes In Death Grip. INQUEST OPENED. "HE had nothing to gain except the consciousness of a job of work very well done," it was stated at the opening of… | ||
| img163 | The death of engine expert Mr. Halliwell during an incident involving the Miss England boat, detailing salvage plans and provisions for his family. | ||
| View original record | be taken of stating the special circumstances under which Mr. Halliwell came to be in the boat and met his death. DUTY FINISHED. "Mr. Halliwell was an employee of Bristol [unclear] and chief expert,… | ||
| img164 | Newspaper clippings reporting on the inquest of Sir H. Segrave and the recovery of his mechanic's body following the Miss England II disaster. | ||
| View original record | Article 1: HOMAGE AT THE INQUEST ON SIR H. SEGRAVE. CORONER AND SOME PEOPLE'S VIEW ON "RECKLESSNESS." "Some people may think that this is a life which has been recklessly thrown away, and perhaps… | ||
| img165 | Newspaper clippings regarding the inquest, cause of disaster, and funeral for Sir Henry Segrave. | ||
| View original record | Left Column: "I will suggest that all present should depart from the ordinary course, and will ask you to stand with me out of mark of respect for this gentleman and his engineer, and as a mark of… | ||
| img166 | Letter discussing the administration of Mr. Halliwell's estate, including his papers and a query about a mortgage policy. | ||
| View original record | D1/DL. 16th June 1930. C.J. Worcester, Esq., The Homestead, Portishead, Somerset. Dear Mr. Worcester, I received your letter of yesterday's date and am glad to hear that you all arrived safely at… | ||
| img167 | Letter concerning Mr. Halliwell's address and a recent journey. | ||
| View original record | 71 RECEIVED 16 JUN 1930 Lodge 83 Woodland Rd. Bristol June 16th 30 I herewith send you Mr. Halliwell's address as promised. If for any purpose you want me at any time over any of these matters I could… | ||
| img168 | Letter closing signed by C.J. Worcester. | ||
| View original record | quietly for a while. Thank you very much for your kind interest. I am Yours truly C.J. Worcester. | ||
| img169 | Telegram of sympathy from the Conduit Street staff to the Derby staff regarding the misfortune of Sir Henry Segrave and the death of Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | S/W TELEGRAM CONFIRMATION. 36 We have pleasure in handing you below Duplicate of Telegram sent to you this day. From ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W.1. 13 JUN 1930 RECEIVED… | ||
| img170 | Telegram regarding representation at an inquest and offering assistance. | ||
| View original record | UNWORKED MATERIAL WORMALD ROLLS ROYCE DIRECTOR OLD ENGLAND LAKE HOTEL WINDERMERE. I CONSIDER IT VERY IMPORTANT WE SHOULD BE REPRESENTED AT INQUEST CAN I BE OF ANY ASSISTANCE IN ADVISING I HOLD MYSELF… | ||
| img171 | Newspaper clipping detailing the fatal crash of Sir Henry Segrave during a water speed record attempt. | ||
| View original record | P.T.O. Page 2. SUNDAY GR SEGRAVE MYSTERY Experts Think Step Was Torn Away By Tree Trunk: A Speed King's Mother Declares—"It Should Be Stopped" UNDAUNTED GIRL'S NEW BID It is believed that a… | ||
| img172 | Newspaper clipping reporting on the fatal crash of the 'Miss England II' boat, resulting in the death of Sir Henry Segrave. | ||
| View original record | CAUSE OF THE SEGRAVE DISASTER BRANCH WRECKS MISS ENGLAND. HYMN FOR LADY SEGRAVE IN A TOWN OF MOURNING. WIVES AND SPEED BIDS. THE disaster to Miss England II. on Lake Windermere, in which Sir Henry… | ||
| img173 | Newspaper clipping from the 'Sunday Chronicle' detailing the probable cause of the Miss England II disaster. | ||
| View original record | BRANCH PICKED UP. "Sunday Chronicle" Correspondent. Windermere, Saturday. LORD TRECKNOCK, vice-president of the Marine Motoring Association, made the following statement to-day as to the cause of the… | ||
| img174 | Newspaper clipping detailing the career, speed records, and mishaps of Sir Henry Segrave. | ||
| View original record | SIR HENRY SEGRAVE'S CAREER. The Perfect Knight of Speed. HIS DAYTONA TRIUMPH. Sir Henry O'Neal Segrave, who was only 34 years of age, was born in the United States in 1896, his father being an… | ||
| img175 | Newspaper clipping reporting on the death of Sir Henry Segrave, his racing career, and his father's journey to be with him. | ||
| View original record | SPEED-BOAT RECORD. Then he went on to Miami to capture the International Speed-boat Trophy with Miss England I., pushing Mr. Gar Wood's much higher-powered boat, Miss America, so hard on the first day… | ||
| img176 | Newspaper clipping from The Manchester Guardian about the Miss England II tragedy on Lake Windermere. | ||
| View original record | THE MANCHESTER GUARDIAN, SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 1930. THE TRAGEDY ON LAKE WINDERMERE. Segrave's Miss England II. breaking the water speed record a few minutes before the accident which capsized her. | ||
| img177 | Newspaper clipping showing the speedboat Miss England II sinking after a disaster. | ||
| View original record | Miss England II. immediately after the disaster. She sank ten minutes later. ["Manchester Guardian." Copyright] | ||
| img178 | Newspaper clipping showing Sir Henry Segrave watching a new propeller being fixed on the 'Miss England II' speedboat. | ||
| View original record | ['Manchester Guardian' Copyright,] Sir Henry Segrave (seated) watching a new propeller being fixed on Miss England II. yesterday morning. [Text from torn section below, mostly upside down and… | ||
| img179 | Newspaper clipping reporting the fatal crash of Sir Henry Segrave during a water speed record attempt on Lake Windermere. | ||
| View original record | SPEED-BOAT DI CRASH AT 103 M.P.H. Mechanic and Boat at Bottom of Lake Windermere. INJURED SURVIVOR'S STORY OF LAST RUN. LADY SEGRAVE AND HER PREMONITION. RECORD BROKEN WITH SPEED OF 98.76 M.P.H. Sir… | ||
| img180 | Newspaper article detailing the tragic crash of the Miss England speedboat. | ||
| View original record | TRAGIC SCENE WHEN MISS ENGLAND CRASHED. Describing the scene a correspondent of the 'Manchester Guardian' says:—Sir Henry climbed to his rest between the two white-helmeted mechanics, and the engine… | ||
| img181 | Newspaper clippings reporting on the fatal crash of Sir Henry Segrave during a water speed record attempt. | ||
| View original record | [Column 1] ...the hill it seemed as if the run was some seconds better, but before any calculations could be made Miss England was once more tearing up the lake to cover the mile for the third time.… | ||
| img182 | Newspaper clipping about the fatal water speed record attempt by Sir Henry Segrave. | ||
| View original record | Top Banner (fragment): ...prospect was very promising... personal aspects, and undoubtedly... Column 1: "break the record” and then became unconscious again. He was taken ashore to a private house,… | ||
| img183 | Newspaper article reporting on the death of Sir Henry Segrave during a water speed record attempt. | ||
| View original record | DISASTER: SIR H. SEGRAVE Mr. Charles Segrave, a son of Sir H. Segrave's half-brother, who had flown from London to Windermere, was told of Sir Henry's death. Mr. Segrave collapsed, but within 15… | ||
| img184 | Newspaper clipping detailing the suspected cause of Sir Henry Segrave's fatal crash and tributes from notable figures. | ||
| View original record | WHAT CAUSED THE CRASH? NOT SUPPOSED TO HAVE STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT. THEORY THAT MOVEABLE "STEP" BECAME TWISTED. Mr. F. Bamford, of F. Bamford and Co., the expert engineers who supplied the bronze… | ||
| img185 | Newspaper clippings reporting on the death and career of speed record holder Sir Henry Segrave. | ||
| View original record | ---[COLUMN 1]--- JUNE 14, 1930. SEGRAVI... The Prince of Wales gav... perhaps, one of the... pictures of the late Sir Henry Segrave... I would describe him as a very gallant gentleman... all of us… | ||
| img186 | Newspaper article detailing the fatal speed-boat accident of Sir H. Segrave and his mechanic. | ||
| View original record | SPEED-BOAT ACCIDENT SIR H. SEGRAVE KILLED MECHANIC LOST (From Our Special Correspondent) BOWNESS, June 13. Sir Henry Segrave and Mr. A. V. Halliwell, one of the two mechanics with him, were killed… | ||
| img187 | Newspaper clippings regarding the Hiduminium R.R. 50 alloy and the engines for Sir Henry Segrave's boat, 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | [Upper Left Clipping] ...and widely talented Ireland. He had only recently, much to the satisfaction of his many friends and associates, returned to aviation, in which he had filled such a… | ||
| img188 | Newspaper report on Sir Henry Segrave's fatal speed boat accident on Windermere. | ||
| View original record | SEARCH BY 100 BOATS Mr. Wilcocks was able to struggle into another boat, but from the moment of the accident there was never a sign of the second mechanic, Mr. Halliwell, an employee of the… | ||
| img189 | Newspaper clipping about a fatal speed boat disaster on Lake Windermere. | ||
| View original record | Derby Daily Telegraph 100 M.P.H. DIVE TO DEATH MYSTERY OF SPEED BOAT DISASTER ROLLS-ROYCE SYMPATHY DERBY OFFICIAL'S HURRIED VISIT TO WINDERMERE POLICE are still dragging Lake Windermere for the body… | ||
| img190 | Newspaper clipping paying tribute to Sir H. Segrave and his chief tester, Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | TRIBUTES TO SIR H. SEGRAVE EXPERT in the fullest sense of the term at his work, a charming fellow in society, such was Mr. Halliwell. He was a native of Bristol and studied at the university there,… | ||
| img191 | Daily Express newspaper clipping reporting on the death of Sir Henry Segrave and the search for his missing engineer. | ||
| View original record | SEGRAVE'S DEATH SHOCKS DERBY. ROYAL MESSAGES OF SORROW. SEARCH FOR BODY OF MISSING DERBY ENGINEER WIFE SEES DISASTER. THE DEATH of Sir Henry Segrave after breaking the world's water speed record… | ||
| img192 | Newspaper clippings reporting on the fatal accident of Sir Henry Segrave and Vic Halliwell with the Miss England II powerboat. | ||
| View original record | COLUMN 1: This disaster occurred after Sir Henry, who already held the land record for speed, had set up a new motor-boat record with an average speed of 98.76 miles per hour. Sir Henry Segrave and… | ||
| img193 | Request for Mr. Ellor to meet with a solicitor regarding a statement for an inquest at Windermere. | ||
| View original record | Windermere Mr.Ellor. With reference to the evidence for the adjourned inquest at Windermere, will you kindly make an appointment with Mr.Hutt, Solicitor, St.James's Chambers, Derby, as soon as… | ||
| img194 | Confidential letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt regarding the 'Miss England II' case. | ||
| View original record | Confidential. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. AVN/ME. St James's Chambers Derby RECEIVED 24 JUN 1930 23rd June 1930. Dear Sirs, Miss England II. I thank you for your letter of the 20th inst.… | ||
| img195 | Letter from a solicitor regarding the wages due to the deceased Mr P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/WS. Dear Sir, St James's Chambers Derby 23rd. June, 1930. RECEIVED 24 JUN 1930 Re P.V.C. Halliwell deceased. I thank you for your letter of the 20th inst… | ||
| img196 | Letter from Charles Worcester & Co. sending a copy of a burial certificate. | ||
| View original record | Charles Worcester & Co. FINE ART PUBLISHERS, AND PLATINOTYPE PRINTERS. TELEGRAMS "PLATINUM, BRISTOL." Telephone No., 1634 Bristol Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. [STAMP] 23 JUN 1930 21st June,… | ||
| img197 | Letter to A.V. Nutt regarding the financial affairs and estate of the late Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell D6/DL. 17th June 1930. A.V.Nutt, Esq., S. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr.Nutt, Re. the late Mr.Halliwell (1) With reference to the papers which I handed to you this morning, we are taught… | ||
| img198 | Letter detailing wages paid to the late Mr. Halliwell for the Inspector of Taxes. | ||
| View original record | -2- be able to ascertain this from the Inspector of Taxes. The wages paid or due to the late Mr.Halliwell from April 6th 1930 to June 13th 1930 (the date of his death) was £113.19. 3. Yours… | ||
| img199 | Letter regarding a death certificate, a property policy, and settling an estate. | ||
| View original record | COPY Montague Place, Kingsdown, Bristol. Your ref. D1/DL. 20th June 1935. J. DeLooze, Esq. c/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Mr. DeLooze, Many thanks for your letter dated June 16th. I am… | ||
| img200 | Letter concerning a son's policy with the Provident Association of London and a property mortgage. | ||
| View original record | COPY "The Homestead" Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay, Portishead (Som) 17/6/1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, I am sorry I did not write you yesterday as promised. With regard to my son's policy in the Provident… | ||
| img201 | Letter discussing the administration of Mr. Halliwell's estate, including legal papers and a potential mortgage policy. | ||
| View original record | COPY "Villa Vita" Littleover, Derby. D1/DL 16th June 1930. C.J.Worcester, Esq., The Homestead, Portishead, Somerset. Dear Mr.Worcester, I received your letter of yesterday's date and am glad to hear… | ||
| img202 | Letter to Messrs Vickers Son & Maxim regarding a signed copy of Airship Certificates. | ||
| View original record | COPY HCL/ECL MESSRS VICKERS SON & MAXIM, G.P.O. BOX 153, BROADWAY, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W. 9. October 16. Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 5th instant, I beg to enclose a signed copy of… | ||
| img203 | Letter of thanks and condolence mentioning Lord Northcliffe's funeral and a Rolls-Royce department. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent : Redcliff Bay Estate. PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay,… | ||
| img204 | Letter certifying the final amount owed to a deceased individual, with a breakdown of expenses. | ||
| View original record | D13/DL. 20th June 1930. Alan V. Nutt, Esq., St.James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Sir, This is to certify that at the date of the death of Mr. T.V.Challivell there was a sum of money owing to him of £30.… | ||
| img205 | Expense calculation note. | ||
| View original record | Stranger 56-4-9 Living + expenses 17-0 6 --- 73-5-3 Less:- on a/c advancement Total expenses 10-0-0 By Cash Paid 2-17-10 12 17 10 --- Balance 60-7-11 [Stamp: RECEIVED MAY 12 1910] | ||
| img206 | Note detailing the final balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | E. __ The balance of Wages & expenses due to the late One Halliwell is £60-7-5. (Sixty pounds seven shillings & five pence) Se. 20 __ 6 __ 30 | ||
| img207 | Statement about the condition of machinery for an adjourned inquest. | ||
| View original record | REF FROM Lr. c to RS: c to Hs: c to D. Lr1/EM.20. 6. 30. Windermere Herewith copy of statement prepared by the four persons whose signatures are appended which details the sequence of events and… | ||
| img208 | Letter to Allan V. Nutt, Esq., regarding statements and proofs of evidence for MISS ENGLAND II. | ||
| View original record | DS/DL 20th June 1930. Allan V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Sir, MISS ENGLAND II. (1) We thank you for your letter of the 18th instant, enclosing copy of letter from Mr. Handley,… | ||
| img209 | Statement on the pre-launch inspection and engine trials of the 'Miss England II', detailing issues including jammed clutches. | ||
| View original record | Copy. STATEMENT RELATING TO ENGINES, INSTALLATION AND TRANSMISSION GEARS. Miss England II was placed on the slipway in Borwick's Boathouse on Monday afternoon June 2nd. Work was commenced immediately… | ||
| img210 | Engine and transmission trials detailing issues with overheating, oil leaks, and jammed clutches, along with subsequent modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Final inspection of engines and transmission gear, which were found to be in order. Engines started perfectly and ran very satisfactorily. After approximately 3½ min. underway, it was noticed that… | ||
| img211 | Series of boat trials, including propeller changes, machinery inspections, and performance issues. | ||
| View original record | -3- No.3 Steel Propeller was then fitted 16" dia 17¾" pitch, and in the evening of the same day a further trial was made (the first trial on the speed course giving a speed of 109 m.p.h.) On the… | ||
| img212 | Record attempt with a boat, the procedures followed, and the eventual disaster. | ||
| View original record | -4- It was decided to attempt the record on Friday June 13th in two stages. In the first place a new bronze propeller would be fitted 16" dia. x 14" pitch, that several laps would be made across the… | ||
| img213 | Short note about sending photos of an unfortunate occurrence at Windermere. | ||
| View original record | Windermere Photos Bkl.8/WT19.6.30. S/W D...from Bkl. I sent you up by bag to-day some photos of the unfortunate occurrence at Windermere. The note was addressed to Wor. I have got a further set of… | ||
| img214 | Letter to Mr. DeLooze concerning photographs of the 'Miss England II'. | ||
| View original record | S/W L C15/C19.6.30. Dear Mr.DeLooze, You will by this time have received the photographs of "Miss England II" which we obtained for you. We sent them in the Bag this morning - we only just got them in… | ||
| img215 | Solicitor's letter concerning the estate of the late Mr. F. V. C. Halliwell, discussing insurance and tax matters. | ||
| View original record | (Handwritten) Halliwell Private & confidential. ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1019. AVN/ME. St. James's Chambers, Derby. 19th June 1930. [STAMP: 20 JUN 1930 RECEIVED] Dear Mr. DeLooze, Re the… | ||
| img216 | Letter concerning wages due to the estate of the late Mr. Halliwell for tax purposes. | ||
| View original record | and will be deducted as a debt due from the Estate. For the reasons which I mentioned on the telephone the Inspector of Taxes is of the opinion that there will not be any tax payable for the year… | ||
| img217 | Brief handwritten note regarding bodywork specifications and costs for coachbuilding by Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Bodywork Wednesday. v.g Report - Panelwork about 16cwt & cost. Have cost about £800 punches about Skylights. | ||
| img218 | Letter to W.H. Halliwell concerning his late son's affairs, a Loan Receipt Book, and the acquisition of death certificates. | ||
| View original record | D4/DL. 18th June 1930. W.H. Halliwell, Esq., "The Homestead" Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay, Portishead, Som. Dear Mr. Halliwell, I thank you for your letter of the 17th instant, enclosing the Loan Receipt… | ||
| img219 | Receipt for a loan receipt book concerning the deceased P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Re P. V. C. HALLIWELL deceased. ------------------- RECEIVED this 18th day of June 1930 from Mr John De Looze LOAN RECEIPT BOOK Reference Ledger C. 170 fol. 193 effected by the deceased with the… | ||
| img220 | Correspondence regarding the loan and life insurance policy of the late P.V.C. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | Halliwell Villa Vita, Littleover, Derby. 18th June 1930. Alan V. Nutt, Esq., St. James's Chambers, Derby. Dear Mr. Nutt, Re. the late P.V.C. Halliwell. (1) I enclose you herewith Loan Receipt Book,… | ||
| img221 | The second page of a letter concerning a policy, a mortgage deed, and the receipt of a book. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) Presumably the Association have the policy and also the Mortgage Deed. (5) Kindly acknowledge receipt of this book. Yours faithfully, | ||
| img222 | Balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | TO: Sc. D18/DL18.6.30. There is a balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr. Halliwell. Please do not pay this except under my direction. Let me know what the amount is when it is ascertained.… | ||
| img223 | Newspaper clipping from The Times regarding attempts to refloat Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | The Times 18th June 1930 ATTEMPTS TO REFLOAT MISS ENGLAND II. TWELVE HOURS' WORK For 12 hours yesterday efforts were made to refloat Miss England II. She lies in 18 fathoms of water just 400 yards… | ||
| img224 | Letter from solicitor Allan V. Nutt to Mr. DeLooze enclosing a copy of another letter. | ||
| View original record | ALLAN V. NUTT, SOLICITOR. TELEPHONE 1018. St. James's Chambers, Derby. AVN/ME. 18th June 1930. Dear Mr. DeLooze, I enclose copy of letter received from Mr. Handley this morning. After speaking to you… | ||
| img225 | Letter regarding the preparation of evidence for the inquest into the capsizing of the boat Miss England II. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Windermere. 17th June 1930. Dear Mr. Nutt, Re Miss England 11. I thank you for your letter of yesterday's date. I did not see Mr. Ellor again after the inquest yesterday and I am advised this… | ||
| img226 | Letter discussing arrangements for a coroner's inquest following the salvage of a boat. | ||
| View original record | tomorrow at the earliest. It has already been agreed with the Coroner that the proofs should not be sent to him until after the boat has been salvaged and that he will then arrange to resume the… | ||
| img227 | Witness statement from employee John Stanley Orme regarding engine tests at Windermere. | ||
| View original record | JOHN STANLEY ORME of Chain Lane, Littleover. "I am employed by Rolls-Royce Limited, in their Experimental Department. I went to Windermere as an assistant Tester to Halliwell on Wednesday, 4th June. .… | ||
| img228 | List of financial documents received from Mr. John Delooze concerning Mr. Percival Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | 17th June 1930. Received from Mr.John Delooze the following documents :- 1. Pass Book No.7919 in the name of Percival Victor Conrad Halliwell, the Derbyshire Permanent Benefit Building Society,… | ||
| img229 | Schedule of documents relating to a life insurance policy, with a signed receipt. | ||
| View original record | -2- 8. Original letter from the Money Order Department, General Post Office, London, dated October 14th 1927 with reference to repayment of Savings Certificates. 9. Sun Life Policy No.979,536 in the… | ||
| img231 | Report from the Competition Department listing various items and references. | ||
| View original record | AUTO M. NOV./4B Competition Department 27th June 1924. E.M.F./ 1.92. 1 V7S . 1 C.S.No.2. 1 K/400 V.M/12 v Springs 1 T.C./ 1 Aluminium Pistons/Set 1 -----------------ESTIMATE-----CARRIED FORWARD… | ||
| img232 | List of securities deposited at the National Provincial Bank, Stafford. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL PROV. BANK STAFFORD Securities deposited 27th June 1921. E/38 151092/9 W.S.Co. £8. E/16 622582 * 1 E/Z 978360/4 E/16 617000 E/16 622576/81 * Sepr.1922 & 7 12 P.5541250/2 P.5541120 R 2472826/1… | ||
| img233 | List of camshaft part numbers and prices for Kestrel, Buzzard, and Goshawk engines. | ||
| View original record | Camshafts. Kestrel Engines. Kestrel VI, VIIa, IX, XI, XII, XVI. Camshafts. R.H. Trac. Part No. 67540 [...] Camshaft Issue No. 1 [...] Price £25. E2263 [...] Price £25. Buzzard Engines. Part No. 69623… | ||
| img234 | Price list for small components, possibly fasteners, with a total cost. | ||
| View original record | Ins. with Screw with nuts & washers 1" with 1 1/2" with 16/- | ||
| img235 | List of certificates with issue dates, reference numbers, and prices. | ||
| View original record | Certificates. 1st issue J J Sept. 29th 1923 Nos.925720, 925719 for £20. Second issue. Oct. 29th 1924 £8 AA 468031 " 13th 1924 £8 AA 437725 " 13th " "8 AA 384705 June 27th " "8 AA 329042 1st issue.… | ||
| img236 | Typed list of dated entries from 1922-1923 with corresponding numerical values. | ||
| View original record | Dec. 29th 1922 7. March 2nd 1923 18. " 29th " 5. May 31st " 6. June 18th " 6. --- } 16/- | ||
| img237 | Letter from an estate agent regarding a property mortgage and associated collateral security. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122. District Agent - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD. "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe Bay,… | ||
| img238 | Letter from W. H. Halliwell, an estate agent in Portishead, regarding particulars of a policy. | ||
| View original record | W. H. Halliwell, Estate Agent. Phone :- PORTISHEAD 122 Halliwell District Agent: - Abbey Road - Building Society, LONDON. Agent: Redcliffe Bay Estate, PORTISHEAD "THE HOMESTEAD," Down Farm, Redcliffe… | ||
| img239 | Brief note of thanks regarding a wreath for the funeral of Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | S/W D C9/C17.6 RECEIVED 18 JUN 1930 The late Mr.Halliwell ---------- Thanks for your D3DL16.6.30 from which I note you are sending a wreath for the funeral of Mr.Halliwell. C. | ||
| img240 | Wage and bonus calculation slip for V. Halliwell for a period in 1930. | ||
| View original record | V.Halliwell Wages year ended Apl 5/30 £440.16. 7. 6/7 of Bonus £13.11.10. £254. 8. 5. Full Bonus £249. 3.10. Wages from Apl6/30 to June 13th £113.19. 3. | ||
| img241 | Financial note detailing costs in pounds, shillings, and pence. | ||
| View original record | C Pistons [illegible text] 390. 11. 7 [illegible text] 113. 11. 7 [illegible text] 654. 8. 5 add Service works Prices now [illegible text] incl. £113. 14. 3. | ||
| img242 | Newspaper clipping from 'The Times' regarding the inquest on Mr. Halliwell and the salvage of Sir H. Segrave's boat. | ||
| View original record | THE TIMES, TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 1930 SIR H. SEGRAVE'S BOAT PLANS FOR SALVAGE INQUEST ON MR. HALLIWELL (FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT) BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE, JUNE 16 The Coroner's request at the opening… | ||
| img243 | Letter page regarding a policy and a Mortgage Deed. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) Presumably the Association have the policy and also the Mortgage Deed. (5) Kindly acknowledge receipt of this book. Yours faithfully, | ||
| img244 | The outstanding balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr. Halliwell. | ||
| View original record | TO: Sc. D18/DL18.6.30. There is a balance of wages and expenses due to the late Mr.Halliwell. Please do not pay this except under my direction. Let me know what the amount is when it is ascertained.… | ||
| img245 | Typed letter regarding a policy and Mortgage Deed held by an Association. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) Presumably the Association have the policy and also the Mortgage Deed. (5) Kindly acknowledge receipt of this book. Yours faithfully, | ||
| img246 | Newspaper clipping regarding the death of Sir Henry Segrave and his father's attempt to reach him. | ||
| View original record | FATHER'S AIR DASH TOO LATE TO SEE HIS SON Immediately on hearing that his son had been seriously injured Sir Henry Segrave's father, Mr. Charles Segrave, who is 81 years of age, left his home at… | ||
| img248 | The document is too degraded to determine its specific subject, but appears to be a memorandum. | ||
| View original record | The text is illegible due to the extremely poor quality of the document scan. | ||
| img249 | Newspaper clipping reporting the fatal crash of Sir Henry Segrave's boat, Miss England II, during a water speed record attempt. | ||
| View original record | R. H. SEGRAVE DEATH DIVE AT 120 M.P.H. ENGINEER DROWNED. ANOTHER HURT. MISS ENGLAND SUNK. AFTER BEATING WORLD'S TITLE. LADY SEGRAVE'S PREMONITION. DASH TO DYING HUSBAND. "WHERE IS MY WIFE?" [The main… | ||