Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Alterations to Clan Foundry to accommodate the Chassis Experimental Department and the lack of A.R.P. shelters. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Hs/LS. Copy to Rm. Copy to Hv. Clan Foundry Hs./LS.3/T.12.1.40. Estimate M.37. Alterations to Clan Foundry, to accommodate Chassis Experimental Dept. EJJ.3/M.6.1.40. Hs. has agreed that we… | ||
| img002 | Responding to a request for drawing boards, stating they are unavailable as they are all in use. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry ? G.27 to W. To R/JH Na/JS/1.MK/ 13.1.40. Re Memo. Rm/JH. 1.1.40 We very much regret to say that we are unable to supply you with six rawing Boards, as the large number we had on order… | ||
| img003 | Secret memo concerning the removal of chassis blueprints to the Clan Foundry for a Rationalised Programme. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten: Clan Foundry] To Swaffield. from Ev. SECRET. RE CHASSIS BLUEPRINTS. copy to Rm. Mtn. This memo is to confirm our conversation with Mtn. concerning the removal of chassis blueprints to… | ||
| img004 | Chassis blueprints and the commencement stock of drawing numbers required by various departments. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry C. Rm Ev/HH.1/ 17. 1. 40 Clan/EXP. RE CHASSIS BLUEPRINTS In accordance with the arrangement fixed up with you and confirmed in memo Ev/1. 13.10.40 the following drawing Numbers will be… | ||
| img005 | Requesting to contact Alvis Ltd. to arrange financial matters for drawing boards. | ||
| View original record | c bone Foundry To G/WFH. from Rm. Rm.22/JH.18.1.40. With reference to the attached. As we are short of drawing boards, we should like you to get in touch with Alvis Ltd. and settle the necessary… | ||
| img006 | Proposal to modify working hours due to difficulties with bus travel for staff. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry TO. RM EV/HH./ 18. 1. 40 Clan/Exp RE WORKING HOURS In view of difficulties experienced with travelling facilities when returning to Derby at 5. p.m. I propose with your consent to modify… | ||
| img007 | Confidential memo about adjusting working hours to fit bus schedules and a query regarding subsistence allowances for evacuated staff. | ||
| View original record | TO Rm. from Ev. Confidential RE CHASSIS EXPL. DETAIL OFFICE. Mr.Hunt reports that the first bus which passes the Clan Foundry after 5pm. is always full due to the R-R Staff at Belper. The next bus is… | ||
| img008 | List of machine tools requested for a shop layout for experimental reasons. | ||
| View original record | M. (Glasgow) Sft/JWG.5/IMC.19.1.40. Rm. is requesting a number of Machine Tools for the layout out of a shop for various experimental reasons. The majority of these would have to be transferred from… | ||
| img009 | List of required grinders and a marking-off table, with a request for comments on obtaining them from Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | -2- Sft/JWG.5/DMP.19.1.40. The undermentioned items are required but would be obtained elsewhere. We should be pleased to have your comments as to the possibility of obtaining the plants enumerated… | ||
| img010 | Comparison of capabilities and costs for different gear cutting machines. | ||
| View original record | (C.Rm Foundry) JHH. GEAR CUTTING MACHINES. Wallworks Gear Hobbing Machine. Type 'B' (Will not do internal Gear, but will do Helical Gears). -------------------- Fellows. No. 6. Will do internal -… | ||
| img011 | Requesting an order for 12 boards for a draughtsman at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry To EJJ. Rm.11/JH.19.1.40. Will you please order 12 boards for the draughtsman at the Clan Foundry to stand on, as per the attached sketch. Rm. | ||
| img012 | Clarifying the allocation of rig test equipment during its removal to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry. To RJJ. c. to Hs. c. to MRC. Rm.19/JH.19.1.40. Removal of Rig Test Equipment to the Clan Foundry. Further to our discussion on this subject. As some confusion is likely to arise as to… | ||
| img013 | To Sft/Mr. Guest regarding a list of required testing equipment for Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry. To Sft/Mr. Guest. Rm.21/JH.19.1.40. Equipment at Clan Foundry. With reference to our conversation regarding testing equipment. Attached is a list of gauges etc. that we are looking for.… | ||
| img014 | List of inspection tackle and equipment. | ||
| View original record | INSPECTION TACKLE. 19.1.40. Chesterman 2 ft. Vernier No.360/1. Chesterman Height Gauge No.369. Mercer Cylinder Clock - 2" to 6". Johansson slip gauges. Range of Micrometers. Dial Indicator No.5 - ½"… | ||
| img015 | Clarifying the ownership of the Glasgow factory and the protocol for sharing machine resources with Derby. | ||
| View original record | To Sft/JWG. From Hs. c. to M. (Glasgow). c. to Rm. Hs.15/KW.20.1.40. Sft/JWG.5/IMP.19.1.40. I wish to make it clear that the Rolls-Royce factory at Glasgow is entirely Air Ministry property, and has… | ||
| img016 | Urgent placement of machine orders, coordinating with the Glasgow facility, and obtaining quotes from suppliers. | ||
| View original record | To ft/JWG. C. to HS. C. to Morris - Glasgow. Rm.19/JR.22.1.40. Referring to ft/J G.5/Idm.19.1.40. We understand from the last paragraph of HS.13/Am.20.1.40. that we must forthwith place orders for the… | ||
| img017 | Modified working hours and employee punctuality under evacuated conditions. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry To Ev/HH. Clan Foundry (Exptl). c. to Ev. WORKING HOURS. With reference to Ev/HH/.18.1.40. regarding working hours. We agree to the modified working hours suggested to facilitate the… | ||
| img018 | Letter from Frederick Carter & Son offering to sell Centre Lathes. | ||
| View original record | CRAN FILE 14 FREDERICK CARTER & SON. Telephone: BLACKFRIARS 0884 Private MOSS SIDE 2865 COUNTY BANK BUILDINGS, 57, KING STREET, MANCHESTER, 2. Telegrams: BLACKFRIARS 0884. Cables: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION.… | ||
| img019 | Cover of a brochure for a motor driven Brown & Sharpe No. 4 Universal Grinding Machine. | ||
| View original record | S BROWN & SHARPE No. 4 UNIVERSAL GRINDING MACHINE MOTOR DRIVEN On machine: No. 4 BROWN & SHARPE ELECTRICAL CONTROLS BROWN & SHARPE MFG. CO. PROVIDENCE, R.I., U.S.A. Stamp: BUCK & HICKMAN, LD… | ||
| img020 | Specifications for the No. 4 Universal Grinding Machine, motor-driven model. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATIONS No. 4 Universal Grinding Machine Motor Driven CAPACITY Centers swing 14" diameter, 12¾" over water guards; take 60" length. Center rest takes work to 3½" diameter. Distance, center line… | ||
| img021 | Specification sheet for a Brown & Sharpe Universal Grinding Machine. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL CONTROLS The magnetic controls are located within the base. Main push button switch at front of machine governs power supply to all motors. Wheel spindle, headstock and coolant pump motors… | ||
| img022 | Promotional page detailing the features of the Brown & Sharpe No. 4 Universal Grinding Machine. | ||
| View original record | Above—Design of wheel stand assembly permits setting the wheel spindle (or the internal grinding fixture) at an angle to wheel stand slide, and setting the slide at an angle to table ways. Scale… | ||
| img023 | Responding to a request, outlining significant supplier delays for machines and the resulting inability to release equipment for the Glasgow Factory. | ||
| View original record | TO:- Rm.19/JH.22.1.40.CREWE. (c. to M. ) (c. to Sft/JMG.) (c. to M/AG. ) (c. to WG/P. ) M/AG/MB.25.1.40. Block 35. Referring to Sft/JWG.5/IMP.19.1.40. In reply to your memo of 19th.inst., it would… | ||
| img024 | Confirming a conversation about clearing the Clan Foundry of chassis. | ||
| View original record | The study. To LA. from Rm. c. EJJ. Rm.8/MH.25.1.40. This is to confirm our conversation that you expect next week to have the Clan Foundry cleared of chassis. Rm. | ||
| img025 | List of points to be addressed regarding the move to the Clan Foundry facility. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry Rm.9/MH.26.1.40. The following points will be taken up with WJJ in connection with the removal to the Clan Foundry:- (1) Lavatory and washing accommodation. (2) Light for D.O. and… | ||
| img026 | List of proposed machines including milling, grinding, capstan, and lathe types. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten]: Scale 1/8" to 1 Foot PROPOSED MACHINES FOR Serial. | Qty. | M/C.Code. | Size or Type. | Description ---|---|---|---|--- 1782/3 | 1 | MH.MC. | 2.MH. Plain. | MILLING MAC CinCin. Univ… | ||
| img027 | Procurement list for machine tools for the Clan Foundry, with associated costs and due dates. | ||
| View original record | CLAN FOUNDRY. Handwritten Note: Gearbox 130 hours TABLE DATA: Column Headers: Item Description, Supplier, L., Total cost Price, Date Due, Remarks Row 1: Item: MACHINES. ✓ Universal. (Attachments).… | ||
| img028 | Inventory list of workshop machinery, including drills and grinders, with typed entries and handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | Typed Text: 8 1/2 Cen.X bed. 9 Sp Swift. 12" Centr 11 X 768/70. 1. DRCH. 3'6" RADIAL DRILL Archdale Sensitive Drilling 4170/1. 1. DCAD. fig. 598A/12 1/2 PIN DRILL Jones & S Spindle Sensitive… | ||
| img029 | Register of machine tool stock and purchases with handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | so Straight seed head.stock Alfred Herbert. GL. £306. Dec.1939. 4' MILL. 5'6" x 3'6" light type Radial Tapping. Jas. Archdale. C. £355. Nov/Dec. (Rad.Drill). 2'6" x 2'6" Shipman Single Super. H.S.… | ||
| img030 | Machines for the 'blan' Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Machines for blan Foundry RM2/MH261.40 HS | ||
| img031 | List of average hours worked per week for various manufacturing processes. | ||
| View original record | [Illegible handwritten text] AVERAGE HOURS WORKED PER WEEK. 112 Centre Lathe - 124.06 114 Hand Turret - 584.37 116 Drilling - 91.04 118 Gear Cut - 29.42 120 Grinding - 74.55 122 Milling (small) -… | ||
| img032 | Listing staff at Park Leys and Clan Experimental, with notes on equipment shortages. | ||
| View original record | To Rm from Ev. CLAN I^3 PV NY (Handwritten) Ev/3/30.1.40. RE STAFF. The following staff are at Park Leys:- Evernden. H.I.F. Jenner C.L. Bastow. D. Draper. J.C.P. Peak. H. ------- 750. Leech. L.… | ||
| img033 | Confidential memo listing potential candidates for a Lady Tracer position. | ||
| View original record | CLAN FOUNDRY FILE PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL. Ev4/30.1.40. To Rm from Ev. RE LADY TRACER FOR CLAN. EXPL. I have been given the following names by Ev/HH. They are in order of merit. Miss Griffin. Miss… | ||
| img034 | Secret memo detailing the proposed clerical organisation for the Detail Section at Clan Experimental. | ||
| View original record | Clan Thursday (handwritten) SECRET. To Ev/HH. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to Ev/HH/Lovell. Ev.11/JH.15.2.40. re Office Organisation at Clan Exptl. Whilst over organisation and systematisation is a clog to… | ||
| img035 | Set of instructions for a typist on maintaining records for schemes and handling mailing procedures. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.11/JH.15.2.40. Records - kept by Typist. Over and above the existing records we wish you to institute the following :- (1) A register of F.L. schemes giving the following information. (a)… | ||
| img036 | Outline of organisation at the Clan Foundry and the responsibilities of Mr. Lovell. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.11/JH.15.2.40. Above is a broad outline of the organisation we suggest for present conditions. When we are all united at the Clan Foundry the work may become less due to the elimination of the… | ||
| img037 | Recommending the utilization of two existing hoists at the Glen Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Iron Foundry To EA. From Wm. c. LGJ. c. MS. RE: HOISTS AT GLEN FOUNDRY. We believe that there are two our hoists from the Test Department at the Glen Foundry. We shall need a number of hoists for our… | ||
| img038 | Three car hoists at the Clan Foundry, agreeing they should be in service rather than storage, and noting their 400-volt motor supply. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry Rm. from LA G. Ridge G. Harvey LA7/T19.2.40 re. CAR HOISTS AT CLAN FOUNDRY With reference to your Rm8/MH.16.2.40. We have three hoists belonging to the Department in storage at Belper,… | ||
| img039 | Requesting the transfer of drawings from Shardlow to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry To Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm.5/MH.28.2.40. Will you please arrange to collect all the drawings which are at present at Shardlow, and transfer them to the Clan Foundry. Mr. Hunt will tell you… | ||
| img040 | Requesting the handover of a file of memos concerning schemes for 'Ex. pieces' to trace their history. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry. To Da. from Rm. Rm.1/MH.28.2.40. There is a file of memos written by Allwood to the Experimental with reference to the schemes which he produced for Ex. pieces. These schemes are still… | ||
| img041 | Request for temporary ventilation for the Experimental D.O. office at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry / 1309 To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.28.2.40. VENTILATION OF EXPERIMENTAL D.O. - CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please provide some temporary ventilation for this office. at the present moment it is… | ||
| img042 | Layout and requirements for unit test beds at the Experimental Department in Belper. | ||
| View original record | Clan Lumsday To EJJ. Re/CTS.16/ML.4.3.40. CHASSIS DIVISION. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT AT BELPER. Unit Test Beds. We have considered the preliminary layout of bed-plates, which we return, and we also… | ||
| img043 | Specifications for test house utilities including heating, ventilation, and connections. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. (2) WATER MAINS & ELECTRICITY. (3) HEATING & VENTILATION. We have marked on our print the suggested positions for radiators, which are all existing in Nos: 5 and 30 Test houses. The use and… | ||
| img044 | Specifications for windows and noise-insulating walls for test bed separation. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Rm/CTS.16/ML.4.3.40. (7) WINDOWS. As marked on our print. (8) WALLS. The inside walls, separating the shop from the test beds, should, if possible, be noise insulating. Rm/CTS. | ||
| img045 | Blueprint of an engine test bed layout, showing components like engine, radiator, brakes, and petrol tanks. | ||
| View original record | EXHAUST., DRAIN, WINDOW, WASHING TRAY, RADIATOR, BRAKE, ENGINE, ROLL-UP DOOR. (10'), PETROL - TANKS, PETROL FLOW METER | ||
| img046 | Blueprint showing the layout of a unit test bed for a Clan experimental engine. | ||
| View original record | OIL TANK STAND. RADIATOR BRAKE ENGINE INST. PANELS AND CONTROLS PILLAR BRAKE SLIDING DOOR. UNIT TEST BEDS (CLAN - EXPL) | ||
| img047 | Blueprint showing the layout for an engine installation area. | ||
| View original record | DRAIN EXHAUST 2 WINDOWS AS LARGE AS CAN BE GOT INTO THE SPACE AVAILABLE. ROLL-UP DOOR (10') ENGINE STEEL CUPBOARD STEEL CUPBOARD WINDOWS STORE RACK. BAR | ||
| img048 | Blueprint showing the layout of a test cell or workshop area, including an office space. | ||
| View original record | INSTNT PANELS AND CONTROLS ENGINE DRAWING BOARD. RADIATOR DOOR. OFFICE DESK RM.608. RM/F.J.HALLAM. BENCH. 6' x 2' BENCH RADIATOR SCALE 1/2" = 1 FT. | ||
| img049 | Arrangements for removing test beds to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. Clan Rm.14/ML.5.3.40. re TEST BEDS AT THE "CLAN". With reference to the removal of the Test Beds to the Clan Foundry, we should like to arrange the following:- (a) That we should get the 2… | ||
| img050 | Re-arranged layout and requirements for 'Clan' experimental unit test beds. | ||
| View original record | Clan file. To BJJ. from Rm. Rm/CTS.11/MH.12.3.40. "CLAN" EXPERIMENTAL. (UNIT TEST BEDS). In accordance with the re-arranged layout, the Unit Test House now occupies a position at a corner of the… | ||
| img051 | Blueprint showing the layout of an engine test area. | ||
| View original record | WINDOW, PETROL TANKS, STEEL, RADIATOR, CUPBOARD, LL - DOOR (10'), INSTNT. PANEL AND CONTROLS, ENGINE., UNIVERSAL BED, (FROM No 5 TEST HOUSE), FL | ||
| img052 | Blueprint detailing the layout of unit test beds and their supporting equipment. | ||
| View original record | DRAIN RO EXHAUST SILENCERS BRAKE WINDOW RADIATOR STORE RACK WA T UNIT TEST BEDS | ||
| img053 | Blueprint detailing the layout of a test bed for a B60 engine, from No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | PETROL FLOW METER BRAKE ROLL-UP DOOR (10') ENGINE. B60 BED. (FROM N° 5 TEST HOUSE) EXHAUST SILENCER PETRO FLOW M B | ||
| img054 | Blueprint showing the layout of an engine test bed for Wraith and Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | BRAKE INST.T. PANEL AND CONTROLS 'ENGINE.' WRAITH AND BENTLEY BED (FROM No 30 TEST HOUSE.) PILLAR WATER OUTLET FROM OIL COOLER INTO TRENCH SHING RAY OIL TANK STAND RADIATOR { SLIDING DOO (CLAN -… | ||
| img055 | Blueprint showing the layout for a B80 engine test bed from test house No 30. | ||
| View original record | DRAIN, ST ERS, ETERS, RAKE, ROLL-UP DOOR (10'), WINDOW, STEEL CUPBOARD, ENGINE, B80 BED., (FROM No 30 TEST HOUSE), RADIATOR | ||
| img056 | Blueprint showing the layout of an office space, Room 112. | ||
| View original record | INSTNT. PANEL AND CONTROLS STEEL CUPBOARD STEEL CUPBOARD RADIATOR DOOR DRAWING BOARD OFFICE STEEL CUPBOARD, STEEL CABINET. DESK BENCH BENCH ROLLS-ROYCE LTD PRINT ROOM 12 MAR 1940 DERBY. R (6') RM.… | ||
| img057 | Quotation from Barrons' Landscape, Limited for landscaping work at the Belper factory. | ||
| View original record | Directors G H LYNAM A WALKER, G T. LYNAM Telephone DERBY 55390 Telegrams: BARRON. BORROWASH Clean BARRONS' LANDSCAPE, LIMITED Landscape Gardeners. Specialities LARGE OR SMALL GARDENS PARKS .… | ||
| img058 | Letter from Barrons' Landscape Ltd responding to an enquiry for a Standard Laburnum. | ||
| View original record | Directors G. H. LYNAM A. WALKER, G. T. LYNAM Telephone DERBY 55390 Telegrams BARRON, BORROWASH BARRONS' LANDSCAPE, LIMITED Landscape Gardeners. Specialities LARGE OR SMALL GARDENS PARKS . RECREATION… | ||
| img059 | Internal memo discussing options for new and second-hand blueprint machines. | ||
| View original record | To Rm from Ev. 19.6.40. Re Blue Print Machine. Attached is a letter + catalogue of new + second hand machines which have been sent to us as a result of Mr Wards enquiries. The second hand machines… | ||
| img060 | Canteen facilities for the Clan Foundry, including assessments of other locations. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.1/SW.19.3.40. Canteen for Clan Foundry. Owing to the distance from Belper Assembly rooms, being 15 minutes to the Clan Foundry, the question of using their canteen facilities… | ||
| img061 | Outlining the setup, equipment, and suppliers for a works canteen. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm/FD.1/SW.19.3.40. It is invariably the custom that the firm makes all arrangements for the building and equipment, otherwise the price of meals would be beyond the reach of the workman, also… | ||
| img062 | Potential catering firms, supply issues, and equipment for Hucknall. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - This is a likely firm to take on the job. As we are starting this under the most difficult conditions for obtaining supplies, this looks the best proposition, as they will have their own reserve… | ||
| img063 | Quotation specifications for a water cooling plant, including a cooling tower, pumping set, and starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RM. from EJJ. C.c. Mr G/Rb/FKB. C.c. to Millwrights. File 14 EJJ/DH1/JA.20.3.40. Messrs. The Premier Cooler & Eng. Co. Ltd., Shalford, Nr. Guildford, SURREY. EZ/719/479. 19361. equipment these Works -… | ||
| img064 | Letter to The Premier Cooler & Eng. Co. Ltd. outlining payment terms and referencing previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 7 19361. The Premier Cooler & Eng. Co. Ltd., Sheet 2. Terms :- 80% on delivery of material, 15% on completion of erection, 5% three months later. We would prefer payment in full on completion of… | ||
| img065 | Letter to Barrons Landscape Ltd. requesting a revised quotation for planting a garden at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/H. 21.3.40. Messrs Barrons Landscape Ltd., Borrowash, Nr. Derby. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your quotation of the 19th. March with reference to the proposed garden at the Clan Foundry. The figure… | ||
| img066 | Requesting all testers to return equipment sheets for the Clan Foundry to Miss Lander. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry FILE COPY. All testers. Rm.7/ML.21.3.40. Will you please return all sheets relating to equipment at the Clan Foundry, to Miss Lander when you have checked that the figures are… | ||
| img067 | Letter from Barrons' Landscape Ltd. quoting prices for planting Pyrus Aldenhamensis and roses at the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | Directors G. H. LYNAM A. WALKER, G. T. LYNAM Telephone DERBY 55390 Telegrams: BARRON, BORROWASH BARRONS' LANDSCAPE. LIMITED Landscape Gardeners. BORROWASH, DERBY. Specialities LARGE OR SMALL GARDENS… | ||
| img068 | Required telephone points and external lines for the Clan Foundry offices. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. Rm.6/ML.27.3.40. TELEPHONES AT CLAN FOUNDRY. We send you herewith a print of the Clan Foundry Offices with the positions of the telephones required marked on it. You will note that there are 19… | ||
| img069 | Letter to Vic Hallam Ltd. acknowledging an estimate and stating it will be put before management. | ||
| View original record | Char Foundry RH/FD.9/JH. 30th March, 1940. Vic Hallam Ltd., Marlpool, Heanor. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your estimate of the 27th. inst. as previously stated this will now be put before the… | ||
| img070 | Letter to a furniture company requesting a price list for a filing cabinet. | ||
| View original record | Eyan Rm.7/ML. 2.4.40. Messrs Bell-Barn Office Furniture, Easy Row Corner, Edmund Street. Birmingham. 3. Dear Sirs, Will you please send a copy of your list No: 834, addressed to the undersigned. We… | ||
| img071 | Summary of hours worked on experimental chassis for 1939 and the first three months of 1940, comparing the Experimental Department and the Works. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS HOURS. 4.4.40. [Handwritten:] HAC CHASSIS Work done in Exp. Dept. Work done in Works. ( First 3 Mths) (First 3 Mths) 1940 6,830 hrs 1940 296 hrs 1939 6.320 " 1939 31,129 "… | ||
| img072 | Table detailing chassis machining hours for experimental and works processes in 1940. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS MACHINING HOURS. Date | Experimental Hours. | WORKS - | - | Gear Cutting. | Milling | Grinding | Drilling | Boring. 6th Jan. 1940 | NIL | NIL | NIL | NIL | NIL | NIL 13th " " | 188 Hours. | 4… | ||
| img073 | The installation of the Cost Section and the associated responsibilities for detail drawings. | ||
| View original record | H2A. from Fm. c. EV. c. HPS/RH. c. Rm/HH. I'h. Rm.18/AL.E.4.40. ALAN F. UDRY. The Cost Section will shortly be installed at the Clan. All detail drawings will be submitted to this Section before they… | ||
| img074 | Modifications and equipment required for the Electrical Laboratory at Glen Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry To EJJ. c. to Rm/RC/CAR. Rm/RC.8/JH.9.4.40. re Electrical Laboratory at Glen Foundry. In order to accommodate the laboratory equipment at the Glen Foundry certain modifications to the… | ||
| img075 | Requesting the installation of a luminous call system at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan F. Rm/RC.S/JH.10.4.40. To EJJ. Will you please arrange for a luminous call system to be installed at the Clan Foundry between Rm's office and the General Office. We shall require a six waysingle… | ||
| img076 | Confirming a telephone conversation to install petrol tanks at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | C.Can F To EJJ/Mr.Horton. Rm/FD.14/JH.10.4.40. Clan Foundry. This is to confirm our telephone conversation when we asked you to install 2-500 gall. petrol tanks together with pump at the Clan Foundry.… | ||
| img077 | Requesting the installation of a luminous call system at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan To EJJ. We shall require a luminous call system installing at the Clan Foundry. The apparatus for this will include a six way single operating unit and six lamp and reset units as illustrated in… | ||
| img078 | Follow-up letter from a furniture company regarding an office furniture list sent previously. | ||
| View original record | Clam W. H. JAMES (B'ham) LIMITED Directors: W. H. JAMES, (Managing) A. E. JAMES, B. W. JAMES, R. G. H. JAMES LIBRARY AND :: OFFICE :: FITTINGS TELEPHONE: BROadwell 1869 BRITISH BELL-BARN FURNITURE… | ||
| img079 | Inventory list for the allocation of furniture at Clan. | ||
| View original record | Clan Allocation of Furniture at Clan Identification No. | Description | CLAN OFFICE | PRESENT POSITION. ---|---|---|--- 1 | Desk | Rm. | Rm's desk. 2 | Desk chair. | " | chair. 3 | Oak Table. | " |… | ||
| img080 | Inventory list of office furniture and drawing office equipment. | ||
| View original record | 17. 4 Drawer cabinet. " New. Item 7. 18. Desk. Green. New. Item 9. 19. Desk Chair. " " 4. 20. Table " " 5. 21. Occasional chair. " " 8. 22. 4 Drawer cabinet. " " 23. 20ft Drawing board Project.… | ||
| img081 | Log detailing the inventory and reallocation of office furniture. | ||
| View original record | Identification No | DESCRIPTION | CLAN OFFICE | PRESENT POSITION 169-170 | F & W Desks. | Garage Office | New. Item f. 171 | Built in Desk. | " " | Longer of two desks in garage office. 172-5 | Tan… | ||
| img082 | Furniture requirements for the Clan Offices, comparing costs between Angus and Bell-Barn suppliers. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan Fdy. Rm.7/ML.15.4.40. Herewith a summary of the furniture required for the Clan Offices. You will appreciate that almost all the Chassis Staff together with their furniture, were… | ||
| img083 | List of additional furniture required for Clan, including the supplier's details. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH.1/JH.15.4.40. Additional Furniture Required for Clan. (a) 5 off. Oak Desk Bell Barn's "Falkirk" No.59. (b) 4 off Oak Chair " " No.88 (c) 3 off Oak Table without drawers Bell Barn No.4 54" x… | ||
| img084 | Inventory list detailing furniture received and not received. | ||
| View original record | FURNITURE RECEIVED. 6. Milner 4 drawer foolscap size filing cabinets with locking device similar to cabinets previously supplied. 5. Oak Desk Bell Barn's "Falkirk" No.59. 4. Oak Chair " " No.88. 3.… | ||
| img085 | List of additional furniture required for a location named Clan. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH.1/JH.15.4.40. Additional Furniture Required for Clan. (a) 5 off. Oak Desk Bell Barn's "Falkirk" No.59. (b) 4 off Oak Chair " " No.83 (c) 3 off Oak Table without drawers Bell Barn No.4 54" x… | ||
| img086 | Requesting the fitting of a large drawing board at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH. from Rm. Clan Fdry. Rm.6/ML.18.4.40. Will you please concentrate on getting hold of the big drawing board and getting it fitted up at the ClanFoundry. If any difficulties arise l should like… | ||
| img087 | Order for a meter pump and tanks for the Chassis Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | e/RU/FMB. from EJJ. C. to Rm. F. Dquel EJJ/DH12/JA.18.4.40. S7/719/479. OO. O/n. 23913. Messrs. Wayne Tank & Pump Co. Ltd., Wayne Works, Newlands Park, LONDON. S.E.26. equipment. ------- and erected… | ||
| img088 | Specification for an Air Compressor Unit for the Experimental Department from B.E.N. Patents Ltd. | ||
| View original record | G/Rb/FHB. from EJJ. c. to Rm. @lan Foley EJJ/DH15/JA.25.4.40. Messrs. B.E.N. Patents Ltd., HIGH WYCOMBE. 27/719/479. 00. O/n. 23942. equipment. Clan Foundry - Belper. Delivery :- 14/21 days. Carriage… | ||
| img089 | Specifications for an electro-pneumatic control system, mounting, cooling, and air receiver. | ||
| View original record | 23942. Sheet 2. Messrs. B.E.N. Patents Ltd. Control. By electro-pneumatic pressure switch adjusted to cut the motor out of circuit when receiver pressure reaches 150 lbs per square inch, and reconnect… | ||
| img090 | Confirming arrangements for drawing boards, a test rig, office lighting, and other works. | ||
| View original record | Clan F. Mr. Addison from Rm. c.c. Mr. c. Mr. Hardy. c. Mr. Bastow. CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our conversation today. 1. Large Drawing Board. Hardy will pick you up at 10.0am on Monday morning next,… | ||
| img091 | Letter regarding a cancelled product list and new designs for Roll Shutter Cabinets. | ||
| View original record | W.H. JAMES (B'ham) LIMITED Directors: W. H. JAMES, (Managing) A. E. JAMES, E. W. JAMES, R. G. H. JAMES LIBRARY AND OFFICE FITTINGS TELEPHONE: BROadwell 1869 Reg'd. Trade Mark. BELL-BARN WORKS PARK… | ||
| img092 | Letter from J. Parker, Bulb Specialist, to W.A. Robotham enclosing two accounts. | ||
| View original record | J. PARKER BULB SPECIALIST 442, CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, 16. Telephone: Trafford Park 1700. BANKERS: WILLIAMS DEACON'S BANK LTD. OUR REF................ YOUR REF............... 16th… | ||
| img093 | Order confirmation to Thomas Coleman & Sons Ltd. for two stands for the Experimental Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | O/Rm/DHB. from EJJ. c. to Rm/RC. EJJ/DH3/JA.25.4.40. Messrs. Thomas Coleman & Sons Ltd., Alfreton Road, DERBY. ST/719/479. OO. O/n. 23936. equipment. Clean Foundry - Belper. Carriage forward. Delivery… | ||
| img094 | Requesting the installation of a buzzer in an office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | C loan File M.J.J. from Rm. Rm.6/ML.30.4.40. Will you please arrange for a buzzer to be put in my office at the Clan Foundry similar to those in the Works. We have been into the matter with Betterby &… | ||
| img095 | Request to alter the voltage on 5 car hoist motors moving from Clan Foundry to Belper Factory. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Re/WD. Ref:FD.1.JMS/30.4.40. RE: CAR HOISTS FOR CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please arrange to have the voltage altered on the 5 car hoist motors which are now at Clan Foundry from 400 volts to… | ||
| img096 | Meeting about the rebuilding of a full-size drawing board. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. C. to Rm/FJH. C. to Mr. Green. C. to EJJ/Addison. (struck through) C. to Rm/Hewitt Ev.12/JH.30.4.40. re Full size Drawing Board. A meeting was held at Clan Exptl. between… | ||
| img097 | Instructions for modifying a structure using steel joists and runners, and delegating associated drafting tasks. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.12/JH.30.4.40. (5) The vertical sections will be attached to the wood framed wall by long bolts and in no way attached to the floor. This will facilitate removal at some future date and provide… | ||
| img098 | Request to ensure electrical supply is available for working a 40 HP D.C. Motor for use with a single cylinder tackle. | ||
| View original record | Clar EJJ. from R/CRS. R/CRS./J/JTB.2.5.40. CLAN WORKS. PLANT DEPT. Will you please note that the necessary electrical supply etc. should be available for working the 40 H.P. D.C. Motor (existing),… | ||
| img099 | Estimate for a proposed canteen at Clan Foundry, including a list of kitchen equipment. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ. [redacted] EST. M. 48. EJJ2/M.3.5.40. PROPOSED CANTEEN AT CLAN FOUNDRY. We have been asked by Mr. [redacted] to provide an estimate for a proposed canteen at Clan Foundry and below give… | ||
| img100 | List of expenditure for kitchen equipment and building works. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - EJJ2/M.3.5.40. Bread & Bacon slicer. £ 5. 0. 0d. Kitchen Scales. 1. 2. 6d. Building, drainage, water supply, shelving etc. 600. 3. 9d. . . . . . . . . . ____________ £1.381. 5. 9d. ============… | ||
| img101 | Proposed layout and staffing of the design office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev: c. to Mr. Green. c. to Rm/FJH. re Layout of Design Office. We have made a scale layout of the design office at the Clan Foundry, in order to settle the position for the Full Size… | ||
| img102 | The re-arrangement of a Chassis Bumper in the Experimental Department, confirming instructions have been issued for the foundations. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights (C) from EJJ/DH. C. to Rm. EJJ/DH18/JA.9.5.40. Scheme S7/Order No.719/Department No.479/Lab No.C.6528. Re:- Re-Arrangement of Chassis Bumper - Experimental Dept. We send you herewith… | ||
| img103 | Modifications to the Experimental Detail Drawing Office plan, including partitions and chimney removal. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Ev. c. to Rm. Ev.6/JH.10.5.40. re Detail Drawing Office Plan Exptl. Attached herewith is a copy of a memo. re the above and a print of PL.221 which are self explanatory. We would be glad… | ||
| img104 | New proposed layout for the Detail Drawing Office at the Clan Experimental facility. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to EJJ. c. to Rm/HH. Ev.5/JH.10.5.40. re Detail Drawing Office - Clan Exptl. Because we found that a vertical strut on the original layout of Mr. Hunt's new office passed through a… | ||
| img105 | Brief internal memo from Rm. to EJJ. agreeing to modifications set out in other documents. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.12/ML.13.5.40. I agree with the modifications set out in P.L.221, also with suggestions in Ev. 6/JH.7.5.40. Rm. | ||
| img106 | Order confirmation for an 'Arclight' horizontal photo-copying machine. | ||
| View original record | Rm from EJJ/HC. c. to G/Rb/WEB. Claim EJJ/HC.4/PC.10.5.40. S.7/711. Messrs. E. N. Mason & Sons, Ltd., Arclight Works, COLCHESTER. 00.0/n. 23879. equipment. XXXXXXXX Belper ( Clan Foundry - Belper).… | ||
| img107 | Order or quotation for office furniture for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | C/RO/FMB: from EJJ/JSA. c to Rm. SJJ/JSAB/MM.13.5.40. Rm/NL. Please note 23821. S.S/718/53. All received Messrs A.R. Butler Ltd. 5 Iron Gate, Derby. equipment XXXXXXXXX our premises Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img108 | Order for four 'Hall Mark' adjustable drawing tables from A. G. Perring Young & Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ/HC. c. to Rm. EJJ/HC.6/FC.14.5.40. S.5/Order No. 718/Department No. 53. Rm's Department at Clan Foundry. Please send an order to Messrs. A. G. Perring Young & Co., Ltd., Empire House,… | ||
| img109 | Internal request to order components for an office intercom system for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/HC. c. to Rm. S. to A/Rm/WEB. [Struck through] EJJ/HC.1/PC.21.5.40. S.7/Order No. 811. Clan Foundry - Office Intercommunication. Please send an order to Messrs. Batterby & Hefford Ltd., Derby… | ||
| img110 | Price quotation and instruction for wiring an installation, noting it was already verbally instructed. | ||
| View original record | Price:- ...... £1. 13. 9d. To wire the above installation. £6. 0. 0d. As per quotation ref. GSB/TS.240, dated 22nd. April 1940. Already Instructed verbally. Rm.6/ML.30.4.40. EJJ/HC. HC | ||
| img111 | Office intercommunication memo requesting a price alteration for Order No. 811 with Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy. Req. from FJJ/HC. c. to Rm. [Strikethrough]S. to a/p Dept.[/Strikethrough] EJJ/HC.10/PC.22.5.40. S.7/Order No. 811. Clan Foundry - Office Intercommunication. In connection with the above… | ||
| img112 | Confirmation of an order to remove car rigs and motors for the 'CLAN' to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ from Hs. Clan + 371 Hs/I/ML.27.5.40. CAR RIGS FOR THE "CLAN". This is to confirm that you are in order in removing the car rigs and motors outlined in HPS.I/CB.22.12.36, to the Clan Foundry. Hs. | ||
| img113 | Request to arrange a wireless licence for a radio set at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy. L/L. from R1/RC. R1/RC.1/JMS.5.6.40. Re Wireless Licence. We wish to install a radio set at the Clan Foundry. Will you please arrange for the necessary licence to be aquired. We assume this… | ||
| img114 | Employee's working hours and a request for overtime payment. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from RH. Staff RH.2/SW.5.6.40. Clan Personnel. Please note that :- C.R.Smith, RR Aero Instruction School A.I.D. Inspector, commenced at the Clan Foundry on Thursday, May 23rd. The hours worked… | ||
| img115 | Request to modify office window panels to create an opening window against draughts. | ||
| View original record | EJJ: from Rm. Clan halls Rm.24/ML.6.6.40. O.S Could you arrange for one of the upper panels in my office to be made into an opening window, to make a clear opening against draught. Rm. (Mirrored text… | ||
| img116 | The removal of car test rigs to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | E.J.J. from HM c. Hs. c. HPS/W.Bell. c. HM/Bastow. File Clan Fdy Bel/W.Bell.6.6.40. TEST RIGS FOR CLAN FOUNDRY. We have discussed with Hs. the question of the removal of the car test rigs to the Clan… | ||
| img117 | Letter to The Sun Insurance Office Ltd. granting permission to view the Clan Foundry premises for insurance purposes. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy copy to Rm. D/M/GB-6-40 8th June 1940. The Sun Insurance Office Ltd., 18 Irongate, Derby. Dear Sirs, CLAN FOUNDRY, BELPER We are in receipt of your letter of the 7th instant, ES/S. and have… | ||
| img118 | The layout for the Electrical Laboratory, moving equipment, and correcting an error by a foreman. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. The attached blueprint : Rm.617 shows exactly how we wish the Electrical Laboratory at the Clan to be laid out. We are proposing to move all the equipment from Derby as soon as the… | ||
| img119 | Requesting the removal of all test tackle from Chassis Experimental Test Beds No. 5 and 30. | ||
| View original record | From EJJ/DH. c. to Rm. EJJ/DH.8/JA. 10.6.40. Scheme S7/Order No.719/Department No.479/ Job No.B/16576 Re:- Chassis Experimental Test Beds. Will you please remove all test tackle including silencer… | ||
| img120 | Requesting arrangements for a temporary canteen at Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/FD. TEMPORARY CANTEEN AT CLAN FOUNDRY, BELPER. Will you please arrange with Ford and Weston's to erect a small serving counter, erect a storage cupboard with shelves for cups and saucers… | ||
| img121 | The order of office furniture for RM's Office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Req from EJJ/JSA c to G/Re/FSB c to Rm. Handwritten Note: Miss Lauder We must check the furniture as it arrives. S.5/718/53 EQUIPMENT FOR RM's OFFICE, CLAN FOUNDRY. Please order from The Tan-Sad Chair… | ||
| img122 | Requesting the move of a coat cabinet and bookcase, and the provision of lino flooring for a mess room. | ||
| View original record | To Clan file To E.J.J. from Rm. Rm/1/SW.13.6.40. Will you please move the Coat Cabinet and the Book-case from my office at Derby, to the Clan Foundry next week-end. Will you also please provide some… | ||
| img123 | From 'Rm.' to 'EJJ.' requesting the disconnection of one telephone line and its replacement with a 'Plan 7' line in another office. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan file Rm.26/ML.14.6.40. With reference to our conversation re the telephone in my office, will you please arrange with the telephone people to have Belper 334, Ext: 1. disconnected… | ||
| img124 | Request to obtain a 'United Service' blowpipe with a combined welding and cutting set for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/RH. Clan file Rm.3/ML.15.6.40. CLAN FACTORY. Will you please obtain for us as soon as possible, for use at the Clan Foundry, Belper : 1 - "United Service" blowpipe, together with combined… | ||
| img125 | The installation of a test bed at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan Fdy Rm.9/ML.19.6.40. TEST BEDS AT THE CLAN FOUNDRY. We wish to instal one of the test beds removed from Derby, complete with petrol, water and exhaust systems, at the Clan Foundry.… | ||
| img126 | Proposal for rigs and storage space for building Kestrel XXX engines at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan. Rm.2/ML.21.6.40. It is proposed to have a complete set of rigs for building Kestrel XXX engines, in the Shop at the Clan Foundry. In order to keep a set of rigs running it is apparently… | ||
| img127 | Transfer of electrical laboratory equipment from the chassis laboratory. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. c. JHD. c. TF/LG. C lan / by TELEPHONED. 10.30 a.m. Rm.1/EJJ.8.7.40. ELECTRICAL LABORATORY EQUIPMENT. We have been ready for the electrical equipment from the chassis laboratory to be… | ||
| img128 | Instruction to alter the sliding door of the Clan Foundry Building. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan Fdry Rm/FD.1/ML.3.7.40. CLAN FOUNDRY BUILDING. Will you please arrange with Messrs Ford & Weston Ltd., to alter the sliding door at the Derby end of the Fitting Shop, to the… | ||
| img129 | Repairs needed at the Clan Foundry, including doors and woodwork. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.8/JMS/23.6.40. CLAN FOUNDRY. Both the doors to the big shop at the Clan are in an unsatisfactory state for opening and closing, and neither of them can be operated by the watchmen. We… | ||
| img130 | Modifications and approval for an endurance test rig for axle shafts. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ/DH. Re:- Endurance Test Rig for Axle Shafts. We are in receipt of memo Rm.3/ML.17.6.40., and have noted contents of same. The rig was modified and approved by E.W.J. and the structure… | ||
| img131 | Suggesting to state from experience why an original design was correct. | ||
| View original record | Rm / GR : I suggest that you state why, from experience, you know that the original design was correct Rm | ||
| img132 | Order confirmation for the supply and erection of steelwork for a 2-ton runway in the Engine Erection Bay at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | O/Ru/PEB. from BJJ. C. to Rm. Clan EJJ/DH.13/JA.3.7.40. 57/F19/472/C.6820. 00. O/n. 28310. Messrs. J. Thorp & Son Ltd., Harrington Street, DERBY. equipment, -------- and erected - Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img133 | The endurance test rig for axle shafts. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GB. from Rm. 936C Rm.1/ML.30.8.40. re:- ENDURANCE TEST RIG FOR AXLE SHAFTS. * With reference to DJS/DM.11/JA.27.6.40, a copy of which was sent to you, I suggest that you state why, from experience,… | ||
| img134 | Listing the required equipment for a first-aid room and/or first-aid boxes. | ||
| View original record | EGF. from Rm/ML. No: 1. Ambulance Room. Rm/ML.1/21.6.40. EQUIPMENT FOR FIRST-AID ROOM. ( OR FIRST-AID BOXES. ) Further to our conversation a few days ago on the telephone, I am giving you below a list… | ||
| img135 | List of articles and their prices supplied by Bennett's Ltd. to the canteen at Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | FILE UNDER CANTEEN Clan Fdy To Mr. Keightley. c. to Rm. Rm/Wym.1/SW.2.7.40. CLAN FOUNDRY. Herewith a list of articles supplied by Bennett's Ltd., Ironmongate, Derby to the Canteen at Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img136 | Itemized receipt for canteen equipment for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Basins 5 enamel. 7. 8. Potato masher. 9. Oven mat (asbestos) 9. Mincing machine. 9. 6. Bean slicer. 3. 6. Egg whisk. 2. 3. Grater. 4 1/2. Spoon (wooden) 6. Potato peeler. 8. Kitchen knife. 2. 3.… | ||
| img137 | Letter to Mr. Keightley regarding an extra cost for changing scales at the Clan Foundry Canteen. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy. To Mr. Keightley, Canteen R.R. Ltd. We have had occasion to change the scales recently supplied to the Clan Foundry Canteen by Bennett's Ltd., at an extra cost of 1s.0d. I am therefore… | ||
| img138 | Letter to Mr. Keightley regarding a change to scales supplied to the Clan Foundry Canteen, resulting in an extra cost. | ||
| View original record | Clan file To Mr. Keightley. Canteen R.R. Ltd. Rm/Fym.3/SW.4.7.40. We have had occasion to change the scales recently supplied to the Clan Foundry Canteen by Bennett's Ltd., at an extra cost of ls.0d.… | ||
| img139 | Order of office equipment for the Clan Foundry, chasing up undelivered chairs. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/JSA. from Rm. Clan Foly S.5/718/53. Rm.5/ML.5.7.40. EQUIPMENT FOR Rm's OFFICE. CLAN FOUNDRY. With reference to your Memo. re the above EJJ/JSA.9/MM.13.5.40. Although we have received the item :- 6… | ||
| img140 | Instruction to fit up the Universal Chassis Test Bed at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights-(t2) from EJJ/DH. C. to Rm. Clem EJJ/DH.1/JA.5.7.40. Scheme S7/Order No.719/Department No.479/Job No.C.6527. Re:- Universal Chassis Test Bed Clan Foundry. Will you please fit up the… | ||
| img141 | Equipment estimate for the installation of one motor cat lamp at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. C to Millwrights. C to Mr. Shardlows Dept. C to Mr. [REDACTED] Ref. EJJ/HC 3/H. 6. 7. 40. Req. signed by Mr. Robotham. e'bon Requisition No. B.18663 / 479 FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No.… | ||
| img142 | Equipment estimate for the removal of three car ramps from the elan foundry to a storage garage. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C to Rm. Ref. EJJ/HC.4/H. 6. 7. 40. cla Requisition No. FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No. R.18664 / 479 WORKS ORDER No. Req. signed by Mr.… | ||
| img143 | Chasing the non-delivery of bent wood and adjustable typist chairs. | ||
| View original record | Clan file EJJ/JSA. from Rm. Rm.11/ML.8.7.40. S.5/718/53. Further to our Memo. Rm.5/ML.4.7.40. we have also not received :- 16 Bent wood chairs Bell Barn No: 43. 3 Adjustable typists chairs 17" - 23"… | ||
| img144 | Request to supply a tray and paper serviettes to the Clan Foundry, Belper, for use in a private office. | ||
| View original record | Clan F. Mr. Keightley. from Rm. Rm.4/ML.9.7.40. Will you please supply the Clan Foundry Belper, with one tray for use in Rm's private office, and a package of paper serviettes. Rm. Signed in Rm's… | ||
| img145 | Internal communication regarding an order for stands and tubular steel trolleys. | ||
| View original record | G/Rb/FEB. from EJJ. c. to Rm. c. to Millwrights. Clan file EJJ/DH.1/JA.9.7.40. Messrs. Colliery & Engineers Supplies Co., Uttoxeter New Road, DERBY. CO. O/n. 28317. equipment. ---------- Stands to the… | ||
| img146 | Request to fit half-inch wire mesh on the inside of office windows at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy EJJ. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.9/JMS.10.7.40. Will you please arrange to have half inch wire mesh wire fitted on the inside of all the office windows which face on to the main road at the Clan… | ||
| img147 | Inventory list of furniture received and furniture not received. | ||
| View original record | The Clan FURNITURE RECEIVED. 6. Milner 4 drawer foolscap size filing cabinets with locking device similar to cabinets previously supplied. 52. Oak Desk Bell Barn's "Falkirk" No.59. 47. Oak Chair " "… | ||
| img148 | Request for drawing office supplies. | ||
| View original record | Rm/JLL. 24/A.D.O. 23.3.06 Please supply further information as requested. Pms DRAWING OFFICE SUPPLIES. 1. Demy Drawing Boards 23" x 17" with Taper edges and battened backs. 2. Double Elephant Drawing… | ||
| img149 | Internal request to order A.R.P. (Air Raid Precautions) light bulbs for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan Fdy LES. from Rm/RC. c. Rm/RH c. Rm/RC/MHC Rm/RC.2/JMS.12.7.40. BULBS FOR A.R.P. Will you please order for A.R.P. use at the Clan Foundry: 2 doz. 12 volt 9 watt S.B.C. type lamp bulbs. These may… | ||
| img150 | Request to keep the Clan Foundry supplied with coal for heating purposes, with a handwritten response. | ||
| View original record | RM. Mr. Sart. Order Office. (Sart. is crossed out) Clan Fdy Rm.1/ML.15.7.40. Will you please keep the Clan Foundry supplied with sufficient coal for heating purposes. Rm This has already been arranged… | ||
| img151 | Requesting sufficient coal be supplied to the Clan Foundry for heating purposes. | ||
| View original record | Clan file Mr. Salt. Order Office. Rm.1/ML.15.7.40. Will you please keep the Clan Foundry supplied with sufficient coal for heating purposes. Rm. | ||
| img152 | Request to place an official order for materials for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | Clan fil LES. from Rm/Wym. c. G/JWH. Rm/Wym.11/JMS.17.7.40. Will you please send an official order to Bennett's Ltd., Irongate, Derby, for the following: 6,000 sq. ft. of 1" mesh wire netting… | ||
| img153 | Requesting the installation of a small radiator in an office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Clan EJJ. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.1/JMS.17.11.39. Will you please arrange for a small radiator to be installed in Rm/RC's office at the Clan Foundry. Rm/RC. | ||
| img154 | Outlining discussion points regarding improvements and provisions at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan file Rm/7/JMS.19.7.40. We shall be glad if you could settle the following points in connection with the Clan Foundry when you come up on Sunday: 1. Preventing unauthorised ingress… | ||
| img155 | Internal request to order three storage trestles for Merlin Aero Repair from Thorp & Son Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Req. from EJJ/DH. C. to Rm. [text crossed out] EJJ/DH.29/JA.19.7.40. Scheme S3/Order No.711/Department No.479. Re:- Merlin Aero Repair/- Experimental Dept. Please send an order to Messrs. Py Thorp &… | ||
| img156 | Confirming the need for office accommodation for an additional resident inspector at a foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 For: Mr. Laham Chief [...] Inspector Tmd/inso.7.40 Resident Inspector, Girel Foundry Further to our telephone conversation today. This is to confirm that, owing to the increase in the commitments… | ||
| img157 | The provision of a resident A.I.D. Examiner at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | RM [text crossed out] [text crossed out] [text crossed out] RM.4/DM.20.7.40. Ref: E.1/1 24.7.40. A.I.D. Inspection - Clan Foundry. - - - - - - - - - - - With reference to your memo. of the 20th inst.,… | ||
| img158 | Resident staff member at Clan Foundry and a request for transport use. | ||
| View original record | RK C. to EY C. to I.A. C. to A.I.D. W.C.5. C. to A.I.D. Clan Foundry. Ref: E.1/1 31.7.40. A.I.D. Staff Clan Foundry. Further to my memo. of the 24th inst., I have now arranged for a member of my staff… | ||
| img159 | From the Inspector in Charge regarding the lack of regular transport between Clan Foundry, Belper, and Derby. | ||
| View original record | G.G.Bradshaw. from Rm. J.G Inspector in Charge. A.I.D. Rm.9/ML.6.6.40. With reference to your Memo. reference E.1/1. there is no regular transport being between the Clan Foundry, Belper and Derby. Rm. | ||
| img160 | Summary of discussion points regarding premises security, maintenance, and supplies. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan Rm.I/ML.22.7.40. A brief summary of the points discussed on Sunday. I. Preventing unauthorised ingress into the premises. We have discussed verbally with you the provision of a… | ||
| img161 | Outstanding issues including sliding doors, canteen arrangements, and scrap iron removal. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.I/ML.22.7.40. 8. Sliding Doors. These are still waiting for attention. 9. Canteen. It appears that the canteen can go where provisionally arranged if the cars are parked the other end… | ||
| img162 | Invoice from John Wallace Ironmonger for a spade, fork, handles, hoe, and rake. | ||
| View original record | Telephone 46101 File Clay's Foundry CHEAPSIDE, DERBY Mr. Rolls-Royce Bought of JOHN WALLACE (C. E. BAKER) Furnishing and Builders Ironmonger Steel & Iron Files & Cutlery, Aluminium Ware, Enamelled… | ||
| img163 | Thank you card from John Wallace of 2, Cheapside, Derby. | ||
| View original record | THANK YOU! We thank you for your present patronage, and wish to take this opportunity of assuring you of our best attention at all times in the future. Our prices are always the lowest… | ||
| img164 | Amended cost estimate for building and equipping a proposed canteen at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Ms. from EJJ. c. to Hy. c. to Rm. EST. M.60. EJJ1/M.22.7.40. PROPOSED CANTEEN AT CLAN FOUNDRY. Further to our memo EJJ2/M.3.5.40. Estimate M.48, we give below amended figures for proposed canteen at… | ||
| img165 | Explaining the reasons for an increase in an estimate for a proposed canteen at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ1/M.22.7.40. OA.T.SS.MILLS O9.M.THE PROPOSED CANTEEN AT CLAN FOUNDRY The figure given in Estimate M. 48 was - £1,386. 5. 9d. The increase is due to - A. Increase in prices since our last estimates… | ||
| img166 | Notice to staff regarding an incident of irregular train travel and a warning against taking undue advantage of the railway company. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry. N O T I C E I quote hereunder copy of a letter received from the London, Midland & Scottish Railway Company :- " Mr........and 3 others: Travelling irregularly It is reported to me that… | ||
| img167 | Agreement to proceed with the Canteen at the Clan Foundry and a request to discuss the final scheme. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.3.8.40. C.R Hs. has now agreed that we can go ahead with the Canteen at the Clan Foundry. We would be glad therefore, if you would discuss the final scheme for this at the… | ||
| img168 | List detailing the colour coding for lines in a light-calling system. | ||
| View original record | FILE IN CLAN FOUNDRY FILE. August 1940 Colours of lines to Rm's light-calling system. 0. WHITE . SW. FEED. 1. BLUE. SECRETARY. 2. BLACK & WHITE. TYPIST. 3. RED & BLACK. OFFICE BOY. 4. GREEN. Rm/FJH.… | ||
| img169 | Requesting a list of men transferred to the Clan Foundry and a list of new hires. | ||
| View original record | CROYDON Rm/RH. from Rm. Rm.1/NL.5.8.40. Despatch to : Mr W A Clarke Will you please let me have a list of the men transferred to the Clan Foundry, this week-end, and also of their new men which I… | ||
| img170 | Order request for a Desouter Bros. IX type Power Atom tool with hose and connection. | ||
| View original record | 17 Leg. From RM. Will you please order from Desouter Bros. The Hyde, Hendon, London. N.W.9. one IX type Power Atom. 2500 r.p.m. Complete with hose and connection. Machine £9. 16s. 6d. Hose & Conn. 8s.… | ||
| img171 | Requesting the final assembly and utility connections for a new print machine. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/HH. Re PRINT MACHINE The print machine for this Department has now been mounted in its required position. Will you please arrange to have the machine completely assembled and the… | ||
| img172 | The cancellation of an order for telephone extensions at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17. ✓ file 'Clan' 17 Rm. L/Sn/DA.6.8.40. Telephones, Clan Foundry. On the original plan, 20 telephones were ordered but under the present system 13 only have been fixed. One of these appears to be… | ||
| img173 | Confirming instructions to move a telephone line at the Clan Foundry and cancel spare lines. | ||
| View original record | Sn. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.14.8.40. TELEPHONES. CLAN FOUNDRY. Further to our telephone conversation a few days ago re the above, this is to confirm that we wish to have telephone Ext: No: 12, to be… | ||
| img174 | Confirmation signature required for the engagement of new personnel at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Hs/NS. from Rm. c. Hs. Rm.11/IL.7.8.40. Please note that the engagement of any new personnel at the Clan Foundry, must be confirmed by Rm's signature on the starting form. Rm. | ||
| img175 | The delivery of chairs and an urgent request to return the wrappers they were contained in. | ||
| View original record | Rm. G/WFH/FF.60/BB.8.8.40 On 30.7.40 per G/R. No. 40490 we received from Cox & Co., Watford, 36 - Standard size Patent Nesting Chairs delivered to Clan Foundry, Belper. These chairs were contained in… | ||
| img176 | Standard price list entry for Bearing Caps. | ||
| View original record | R.R.509 (30T) (59865 7-4-38) G.C. ENTERED IN STANDARD PRICE LIST. ORDER QTY. ACTUAL PRICE UNIT PRICE ALLOCATION & DATE OLD ACCOUNT No. NEW ACCOUNT No. TITLE:- Bearing Caps. D.4519.F. CLASS 41 FACTOR:-… | ||
| img177 | Confirmation of a telephone conversation regarding an order for an extra typewriter for the Clan Foundry Office. | ||
| View original record | Miss Openshaw, Order Office. from Rm. Rm.10/ML.9.8.40. Confirming our telephone conversation with regard to an extra typewriter for the Clan Foundry Office personnel. We have spoken to Mr. Pywell, of… | ||
| img178 | Request to supply the Clan Foundry, Belper with three pads of bus vouchers. | ||
| View original record | FILE To Hd. from Rm/KA. Rm/KA1/ET.10.8.40 Would you please supply the Clan Foundry, Belper, with three pads of Rolls-Royce bus vouchers. Rm/KA. | ||
| img179 | Delivery and discrepancy of nesting chairs for the Canteen at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | G/WFH. from Em. Em.13/ML.9.8.40. With reference to your Memo. G/WFH/FF.60/DD.8.8.40. regarding Nesting Chairs for the Canteen at the Clan Foundry. Delivery of these chairs was made to the Canteen at… | ||
| img180 | Confirming a telephone conversation to obtain a pneumatic 'Yale' door-shutter for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/Mr. Addison. from Rm. Rm.10/ML.14.6.40. Confirming our telephone conversation of this morning, you are going to obtain one pneumatic "Yale" door-shutter, for use on the door between Rm's office… | ||
| img181 | Request to supply an oak desk and armchair for Mr. Blackstone at the Clan Foundry in Belper. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Addison, The Grange, Littleover. Rm/CTS.4/ET.15.8.40 CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our telephone conversation this afternoon, will you please supply, as soon as possible: 1 Oak desk with side drawers… | ||
| img182 | Duty rota for watchmen at the Clan Foundry for August 1940. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/ML. Rm/ML.1/16.8.40. WATCHMEN ON DUTY AT THE CLAN FOUNDRY. - COMMENCING SATURDAY 17th. - -AUGUST. 1940.- 6 a.m. till 2 p.m. Mr. H.Sanders. 2 p.m. till 10 p.m. Mr. Daughtrey. J.C. 10 p.m.… | ||
| img183 | Blueprint showing a layout of the Chassis Division, Boiler House, and Rough Store. | ||
| View original record | FITT ROUGH STORE BOILER HOUSE Green CHASSIS DIVISION 2 3 4 7 8 Section Ref. No. No. Off. Part No. lbs. ozs. | ||
| img184 | Blueprint detailing a modification plan for a foundry, including shop layouts. | ||
| View original record | ING SHOP FITTING STORE MACHINE WORKS MACHINE SHOP A. 5 6 9 10 11 12 Ev. Typ. Rm Secretary PLAN FOUNDRY MODIFICATION | ||
| img185 | Blueprint showing the proposed layout of various offices and stores. | ||
| View original record | X-isting Mat., GARAGE, ELECT, STORE, GARAGE OFFICE, PRINT STORE, T, COST OFFICE, OFFICE, AA, C.T.S., F.J.H, Table, Typ., O.B, Clerk, P.A., T.A.S, W.H.R, Officeboy, Typist, J, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,… | ||
| img186 | Floor plan layout of a laboratory and office area, including toilets and a reception. | ||
| View original record | McCull, PHYSICAL LAB., STAFF MEN, WOMEN, STAFF MEN, RECEPTION, TELEPHONE EXCHANGE, CONFERENCE ROOM, T, Justified by Mr Childs, = I FT., ROLLS-ROYCE LTD., PRINT ROOM, 11 APR 1940, DERBY., RM 616,… | ||
| img187 | Floor plan of a workshop area showing the Boiler House, Rough Store, and Chassis Division. | ||
| View original record | FITTING ROUGH STORE BOILER HOUSE MA Screen T 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 CHASSIS DIVISION - CL | ||
| img188 | Blueprint of a workshop floor plan with various sections labelled. | ||
| View original record | Red Circles Sho G SHOP. FITTING STORES MACHINE STO MACHINE SHOP WORKS O A.A. T 5 6 10 11 12 Ev. Typ. Rui MANUF... | ||
| img189 | Blueprint showing a proposed office and building layout with handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | Existing GARAGE GARAGE OFFICE ELECTRI RE. OFFICE COST OFFICE PRINT STORES 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 6 TRANSFER 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Typ. O.B. Clerk Racks CTS I/Fitt Table Typ. Typ. TAS WHR THIS ONE IS… | ||
| img190 | Blueprint showing the floor plan for a reception area, staff facilities, and a conference room. | ||
| View original record | /40 CAL LAB. STAFF MEN WOMEN RECEPTION TELEPHONE EXCHANGE STAFF MEN (T) CONFERENCE ROOM USED ROLLS-ROYCE-LTD. PRINT ROOM 11 APR 1940 DERBY. RM 616 | ||
| img191 | Arranging an inspection of the Clan Foundry premises for de-rating purposes after its conversion to a factory. | ||
| View original record | 17 Rm. from Wn. [Handwritten] Clan General Wn3/AS.19.8.40. In view of the fact that you are now using the Clan Foundry premises as a factory we are claiming de-rating of the premises. In connection… | ||
| img192 | Letter to Messrs. H.H. Fuller, Peiser & Co. arranging an inspection at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: AGRIMENSOR LUD. LONDON. TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 5359. H.H. Fuller, Peiser & Co Rating Surveyors, Valuers, &c. Bridewell House, Bridewell Place, London, E.C.4. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED DERBY.… | ||
| img193 | Request to cover the ground around the Clan building with binding material to prevent dust entering the shop. | ||
| View original record | 17 EJJ. from Rm. the Clan general Rm.2/ML.20.8.40. Will you please arrange to have the remainder of the ground round the back of the Clan building covered with some binding material. At the moment, we… | ||
| img194 | Rejection letter for an office work position, stating the candidate was suitable but the vacancy had already been filled. | ||
| View original record | Rm.9/KL. 20.8.40. Master Richard Deaville, "By-ways" Shottle Gate, DERBYSHIRE. Dear Master Deaville, With reference to your recent interview at the Clan Foundry, helper with a view to being engaged… | ||
| img195 | Requesting a covering order to Hulme & Son for two buzzers and six 3.5 volt lamp bulbs. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Clm Foundry Ruislip RRC Typed: To Les. from Rm/RC. Rm/HC.1/ET.22.8.40. Will you please issue a covering order to Hulme & Son for 2 Buzzers 6 3.5 volt lamp bulbs. We have these articles in… | ||
| img196 | Requesting a covering order to be issued to Hulme & Son for buzzers and lamp bulbs. | ||
| View original record | To Les. from Rm/KC. Rm/RC.1/ET.22.8.40. Will you please issue a covering order to Hulme & Son for 2 Buzzers 6 3.5 volt lamp bulbs. We have these articles in our possession as per the attached chits.… | ||
| img197 | Confirming a telephone conversation about obtaining five chairs for an office. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/Mr. Addison. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.23.8.40. Confirming our telephone conversation with your office this afternoon, will you please try and obtain :- 5 chairs for Rm's Office, at the Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img198 | Building maintenance and air-raid protection issues at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.6/ML.23.8.40. CLAN FOUNDRY. 1. ELECTRICAL LABORATORY. We now have experience of trying to operate the Electrical Laboratory without a roof over the top. We find that without this roof… | ||
| img199 | Covering order for accumulators for an Aero Continuity Tester. | ||
| View original record | To Les. from Em/KC. Em/KCif/ET.24.9.40. Re AERO CONTINUITY TESTER (Clan Factory) Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. Hulme & Son for the following: 1. cyn. 3 Accumulator (dry) 1. " " "… | ||
| img200 | Confirming the approval of Mr. W. Brazier as an inspector for the Lower Half and Oil Pump Rig Test at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Mr. W. White & " A.I.D. Belper. Handwritten: Raw Test Dept Ref. L.1/1. 25th. August, 1940. Clan Foundry. In reply to your memo., RY/TFP.2/SW, 19.8.40, it is agreed that Mr. W. Brazier may be… | ||
| img201 | Confirming Mr. W. Brazier as an approved inspector for tests at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 TO: RM/TFF. Copy to A.I.D. H.Q.S. " " A.I.D. Belper. Rm Ref. E.1/1. 25th. August, 1940. Clan Foundry. In reply to your memo., RM/TFF.2/SW. 19.8.40, it is agreed that Mr. W. Brazier may be regarded… | ||
| img202 | New access and parking procedures for the Clan Foundry buildings. | ||
| View original record | (17) T.Fisher, from HM. c. RM/FU. c. RM/Sym. c. Watchmen. RM.25/ML.25.8.40. ENTRANCE TO CLAN FOUNDRY BUILDINGS. From Monday onwards, the Office entrance to the Clan Foundry will be closed. The… | ||
| img203 | Donation of 29/6 from the employees of the Clan Experimental Department to the Red Cross. | ||
| View original record | D/AB. from Rm/LL. Rm/LL.2/ET.26.8.40. On behalf of the employees at the Clan Experimental Department, I have pleasure in enclosing 29/6 for the Red Cross. Rm/LL. | ||
| img204 | Request to install a telephone extension in a new hut for watchmen at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 Sn. from Rm. Rm.21/ML.26.8.40. We have now had a hut for the Watchmen built by the Gate at the Belper end of the Clan Foundry. Will you please arrange for a telephone extension to be installed in… | ||
| img205 | Transfer of a Watchman and a potential disabled replacement. | ||
| View original record | 17 To: Sgt COBB. RmS/Dm.29.7.40 We consider that it might be advantageous to transfer Ford, who is at present Watchman, on to a semi-skilled job in the CLAN. We suggest that he might be replaced by a… | ||
| img206 | Letter recommending Mr. J. Robinson for a vacancy, with an accompanying handwritten note. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten note: Rm This is the address of the man I mentioned the other day - as a possible watchman. He has only one hand, but could possibly be a day man. AL 26. 7. 40. Typed Letter: Triary… | ||
| img207 | Internal requests for purchasing various pieces of office and service department equipment. | ||
| View original record | Req. from EJJ/JSA. c to Hx. c to G/Fb/PHB. c to TB/RDO. c to TB/AHP. c to Lp. c to Rw/CTS. Handwritten: File Office equip EQUIPMENT FOR MISS WILKINSON'S OFFICE NIGHTINGALE ROAD. S.5/718/00. Please… | ||
| img208 | Internal request to order office furniture, including a desk and chairs, for various departments. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. EQUIPMENT FOR MR.BLACKSTONE AT CLAN FOUNDRY BELPER. RM'S DEPARTMENT. CP.S.USHER (VIAN L.GEORGE) S.S./718/5 15.8.40 Please order from Messrs Interdec Ltd. 1 - Angus double pedestal desk… | ||
| img209 | Anticipating complaints from locals about soot from the Clan Foundry chimney. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Hm. Hm.3/ML.29.8.40. CLAN FOUNDRY CHIMNEY. We anticipate that we shall have severe complaints from the locals if we do not increase the height of the Clan Foundry chimney. It is smothering… | ||
| img210 | Requesting payment for a Post Office Telephones bill for work at the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | 17 Sn. from Rm. Show payment Rm.6/ML.30.8.40. With reference to the attached bill from the Post Office Telephones. will you please arrange for the payment of same, which is for work carried out on the… | ||
| img211 | To the Mailing Department regarding a change of correspondence address for an individual. | ||
| View original record | To Mrs. Daws, Mailing Dept. copy to [text crossed out] Rm/kL. Rm/WJH.4/T.2.9.40. Will you please note that Rm/WJH. is now again stationed at the Clan Foundry, and that correspondence addressed to him… | ||
| img212 | List of requisitions for various office equipment and furniture. | ||
| View original record | N° 17 Rqy from EJJ/JSA c to G/Eb/WEB. c to D/BP. c to Sft. c to Lev. c to E/Lid. c to Em. c to Lev/JSO. Handwritten: File Clan Foundry General EJJ/JSA/WM.7.9.40. SHIPPING OFFICE EQUIPMENT. S.5/718/22.… | ||
| img213 | Equipment order for a revolving letter tray for Mr. Wallis's Department. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. EQUIPMENT FOR MR.WALLIS. SFT'S DEPARTMENT. Please order from Messrs D.S.Butler Ltd., :- 1 - 5 tier Quisklo revolving letter tray @ £2. 3. 6. less 15%. Deliver to Mr.Wallis. Sft.1/BR.4.9.40.… | ||
| img214 | Request for a Yale Lock for the Drawing Office door. | ||
| View original record | 17 To WJ. from Rm/SAG. Copies Rm/SAG.7/ET. 7.9.40. Will you please let us have a Yale Lock for the Drawing Office door. We will arrange to have it fixed. Rm/SAG. | ||
| img215 | Order for a hand-fired incinerator and baffle chamber for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Reqy from EJJ/HC. C. to Rm. C. to F.T.B. EJJ/HC.10/PC.10.9.40 S.353.F/Order No. 711.V. re - Clan Foundry Equipment. Please send an order to Messrs. Pillatt & Co., Ltd., Stapleford Iron Works, Nr.… | ||
| img216 | Order for unheated and unlined stainless steel tea urns for the Clan Foundry Canteen. | ||
| View original record | Copy from RJJ/HC. G. to Rm/FD. S.3538/715V. RJJ/HC.5/EL. 11.9.40. re - CLAN FOUNDRY CANTEEN. Please send an order to Messrs. Benham & Sons Ltd., 66, Wigmore Street, London W.1. for :- 2 - Unheated and… | ||
| img217 | The maximum size of drawings for the blueprint machine at Clen Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rn. Sent foundry general Im.11/ML.13.9.40. Our blueprint machine at the Clen Foundry will take size V. drawings but nothing larger. We would therefore be glad if you would keep your scheme… | ||
| img218 | The urgent need for black-out facilities at the Clan Foundry offices. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.11/LL.14.9.40. re BLACK-OUT - CLAN FOUNDRY. We would again remind you that we have no adequate facilities for blacking out the Offices at the Clan Foundry. This matter is now becoming… | ||
| img219 | Public nuisance caused by the Clan Foundry chimney and an urgent black-out job. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. [Handwritten signature: M Clan] Rm.3/ML.16.9.40. Will you please let me know what is being done about the Chimney at the Clan Foundry, about which I wrote to you a few days ago. We find… | ||
| img220 | Blackout at Clan Foundry and hastening delivery of the work. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ/JSA. EJJ/JSA6/MM16.9.40. File Clan Foundry BLACKOUT - CLAN FOUNDRY. We are in receipt of your memo Rm.11/ML.14.9.40 regarding Blackout at Clan Foundry. All this work has been ordered and… | ||
| img221 | Request for approval to appoint G. Collin, check number 10622, as an Inspector on Rig Tests at the Clan Foundry Belper. | ||
| View original record | To Inspector in Charge A.I.D. c. Mr. Wheeler. Rm/RH.2/SW.17.9.40. Clan Foundry Belper Will you please approve the appointment of G. Collin, check number 10622, as Inspector on Rig Tests, and oblige,… | ||
| img222 | To the watchman regarding access for workmen to fix the black-out at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 The Watchman. Clan Foundry file Rm.5/ML.21.9.40. Mr. Simmonds, accompanied by a number of workmen, will be coming to the Clan Foundry tomorrow morning to fix up the Black-out. Will you please admit… | ||
| img223 | Instructions for watchmen regarding visitor procedures at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | The Watchmen. VISITORS TO THE CLAN FOUNDRY PREMISES. All visitors to the Clan Foundry should sign the Visitors' Book before being issued with a pass. They should sign the pass when it is given to them… | ||
| img224 | From Rm. to EJJ listing urgent matters and other jobs waiting to be done. | ||
| View original record | No7 FILE COPY. EJJ. from Rm. Rm.4/ML.23.9.40. You have the following three urgent matters in hand for us. 1. Clan Foundry chimney. 2. Anti-splintering the glass partitions which remain to be done. 3.… | ||
| img225 | Payment approval for invoices received from John Wallace, Derby. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 17 G/WFH/CA.11/JB. 17.8.40 We attach hereto the undermentioned invoices received from John Wallace, Derby. If you agree these invoices may be paid, will you kindly initial and return them and also… | ||
| img226 | Following up on the urgent need to address issues with big doors, which also fail to meet black-out requirements. | ||
| View original record | No 17 EJJ. from Rm. Rm.1/ML.24.9.40. Further to our Memo. reference Rm.4/ML.23.9.40. we omitted to mention the big doors as one of the jobs requiring attention. We mentioned these doors in our Memo.… | ||
| img227 | Urgently requesting a 4' x 3' face-plate for the Clan Foundry to prevent production delays. | ||
| View original record | 17) Mr. Peskett. from Rm. file Clan Foundry Rm.12/ML.25.9.40. re CLAN FOUNDRY EQUIPMENT. As you know, aero work is being transferred from Derby to the Clan Foundry con-tinually. We are in urgent need… | ||
| img228 | Request to supply another washing plant for the Clan Foundry, detailing the specifications. | ||
| View original record | 17) HPS/Mr. Kershaw. from Rm. Clan Em.14/ML.25.9.40. re WASHING PLANT FOR THE CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please supply another washing plant for the Clan Foundry, exactly similar to the one we at present… | ||
| img229 | Manning the boiler house at the Clan Foundry overnight. | ||
| View original record | 17 Sgt. Cobb. from Rm. Clan Foundry Rm.15/ML.25.9.40. We have got to keep the fire in the boiler house at the Clan Foundry going all night. This means one quarter of an hour's work every two hours.… | ||
| img230 | Inadequate heating and the installation of a new ramp at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17) EJJ. from Rm. Clan Foundry Rm.10/ML.25.9.40. re CLAN FOUNDRY. HEATERS. We find that the heating is not adequate at the north end of the Shop. Will you please arrange to fix two additional heaters… | ||
| img231 | Complaint from the Park Foundry manager about smoke from a boiler. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Rm. from Rm/AA. Late Clan Rm/AA.1/SW.26.9.40. Mr. Campbell the Manager of the Park Foundry rang up this afternoon, (unfortunately you are not in) because he was lodging a complaint about the… | ||
| img232 | The duties of night watchmen for the heating plant at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 THE NIGHT WATCHMEN. c. Rm/TFF. Clan Foundry Rm.2/ML.26.9.40. HEATING PLANT - CLAN FOUNDRY. With the advent of the colder weather, the heating plant will be kept in action throughout the night. In… | ||
| img233 | The urgent need to fix curtains and roof lights to satisfy black-out requirements. | ||
| View original record | 17) EJJ. from Rm. Clare Rm.9/ML.26.9.40. Confirming our conversation, we are told definitely that the material of which our curtains are made will not satisfy black-out requirements. Furthermore, the… | ||
| img234 | Fire protection at the Clan Foundry, organising a night fire squad due to increasing incendiary bomb threats. | ||
| View original record | 17 Clan file 30.9.40. FIRE PROTECTION - CLAN FOUNDRY. The use of incendiary bombs is increasing. Since we have no night-shift it is essential that we have an organisation for dealing with fire when… | ||
| img235 | List of men who live in Belper, with their check numbers and addresses. | ||
| View original record | LIST OF MEN WHO LIVE IN BELPER. Name. Check Number. Address. Brough.V. 10889 1.760 "Hazeldene" Penn Street, BELPER. (Office Boy) ✓ Bloomer.F.A. 10842 1.760 18, Bridge Foot, BELPER. ✓ Buckingham.E.… | ||
| img236 | Order for casting a surface table and subsequent machining for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | No 17 1269 Pattern Shop. from EJJ/HC. c. to Iron Foundry. c. to Millwrights. c. to Rm. EJJ/HC.3/H.4.10.40. Order No.711/Dept.No.181/Job.No.B.18678. re - Clan Foundry Equipment. Please look out the… | ||
| img237 | Responsibility for the black-out procedure at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm/TFF. from Rm. c. Rm/Wym. Clan Rm.6/HL.4.10.40. BLACK - OUT. We have arranged that the labourer Clements shall be responsible for the blacking out through-out the Clan Foundry premises. He will see… | ||
| img238 | Request for an oak chart cupboard with a roller shutter for the Clan Foundry office. | ||
| View original record | 17 To WJJ. from AW. Rm.S/EP.4.10.40. Will you please supply, for my office at the Clan Foundry, one chart cupboard with roller shutter, in oak, as recently delivered to various offices in the Works.… | ||
| img239 | Reference note concerning thermostats for Clan Foundry Rigs. | ||
| View original record | 12 CLAN FOUNDRY RIGS. ------------------- See File No 1328 (Thermostats) for Rm9/ML1,10,40 to "EJJ" re a Thermostat for Clan Foundry. ******** | ||
| img240 | Letter proposing to adapt a water tank for fire fighting purposes at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 Reply in Red. (A.W.P) Major Mills. Derby. Rm/AA.9/CT.8.10.40. CLAN FOUNDRY FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT. With reference to our telephone conversation this morning when it was suggested we might use the… | ||
| img241 | Cost breakdown for steel frames and related expenses for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 17 G/Rb/IEB. from EJJ. c. to Rm. File [handwritten] EJJ/DH.42/JA.9.10.40. [illegible signature] Messrs. Smedley Brothers Ltd., Eagle Iron Works, BELPER, DERBYSHIRE. S2/711/479. 00. 0/n. 32770. have… | ||
| img242 | Order for a carboy of distilled water for battery maintenance. | ||
| View original record | IT CLAN To Roy/AES. from Rm/RC. Copy to Electrical Laboratory. Rm/RC.3/ET.12.10.40. Please order for car battery maintenance at Clan Foundry:- 1 Carboy of distilled water from A.E. West & Co., DERBY.… | ||
| img243 | Quotation from Smedley Brothers, Ltd. for the supply of four mild steel frames with castors. | ||
| View original record | 17 TRADE Smedley MARK ESTABLISHED 1853 CABLES - TELEGRAMS - SMEDLEYS BELPER. CODE - BENTLEY'S TELEPHONE:- BELPER 12. SMEDLEY BROTHERS, LTD EAGLE IRON WORKS, BELPER. DERBYSHIRE. YOUR REFERENCE DORIC… | ||
| img244 | Order for a large drawing board for the Clan Foundry Drawing Office. | ||
| View original record | Rm from EJJ/HC. c. to G/RB/FEB. c. to EJJ/JSA. File Clan Foundry 17 Rm / EAG Please note Pm EJJ/HC.6/PC.14.10.40. S.S/71a/161. 00.0/n. 30255. Messrs. E. J. Hall & Co., Ltd., Fourteen House, Dacre… | ||
| img245 | Confirming air raid precaution arrangements for watchers at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Rm/AA, from Rm. Copy to Rm/T&F. Copy in 20M (ARP) Rm.1/ET.16.10.40. (Dictated 14.10.40) JIM CROWS - CLAN FOUNDRY. ----------------------- Confirming our discussion on the subject this… | ||
| img246 | Agreement to paint the exterior of the Clan Foundry a matt dull green, forgoing camouflage. | ||
| View original record | 17 To "EJJ", c:"Hs". Painting of the exterior of CLAN FOUNDRY. "Hs" has now agreed that we shall go ahead with the painting of the exterior of the Clan Foundry. No attempt will be made at camouflage.… | ||
| img247 | Correcting the abbreviation for Mr Hunt's name. | ||
| View original record | 17 Rbr/RRP. Rm2/Dm20.10.40 Clan Drawing Office. Please note that Mr Hunt's correct abbreviation is "Em/HH", and not "Ev/HH". Rm | ||
| img248 | Authorising the painting of the Clan Foundry exterior in a matt dull green. | ||
| View original record | 17 C O P Y. To EJJ. from Rm. Copy to Hs. Rm.4/Dn.20.10.40. He has now agreed that we should go ahead with the painting of the exterior of the Clan Foundry. No attempt will be made at camouflage, He.… | ||
| img249 | Requesting the installation of five radiators at the underheated Clan Foundry offices. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. 77 Rm.6/ML.25.10.40. HEAT - CLAN FOUNDRY. I find that the offices at the Clan Foundry are definitely underheated. We have five radiators in Store and should be glad if you would have… | ||
| img250 | Petty cash refund request for the purchase of a water hose for experimental use at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 PETTY CASH. Rm/Wym.S/ET.25.10.40. Will you please refund Mr. G.H. Whyman (Check No. 1802) the sum of Two Shillings and Threepence (2-3 d.) in respect of purchase of a water hose for experimental… | ||
| img251 | Request to Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. for their catalogue, specifically for drawing containers. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept., Clan Foundry, Belper. 17 Rm/16/IL. 28.10.40. Messrs Chatwood Safe Co.Ltd., SHREWSBURY. Dear Sirs, Will you please forward your catalogue to the undersigned at the Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img252 | Request for a wireless radio to be supplied to the Clan Foundry shop for the workers. | ||
| View original record | Hy. from Rm. Clan Foundry Rm.S/ML.31.10.40. WIRELESS IN THE SHOP. CLAN FOUNDRY. I have received a deputation of men requesting that they could have a wireless in the Shop at the Clan Foundry, as they… | ||
| img253 | Quotation from Ford & Weston Ltd. for supplying and fitting a notice case for Mr. Robotham's office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | G/Rb/PEB. from EJJ. c. to Rm. file Clan Foundry EJJ/JSA. 9/EG. 1.11.40. Rm/VL. Ring up Ford & Westons at suitable intervals please & urge this. Messrs. Ford & Weston Ltd., "Boscobel", Manor Road,… | ||
| img254 | Letter to The Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. requesting the supply of two fireproof mobile containers for drawings. | ||
| View original record | Rm.9/ML. The Chatwood Safe Co.Ltd., SHREWSBURY. 5.11.40. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your communication of the 1st. November. 1940. reference JLS/LV.1.11.40. Will you please supply us with two of your… | ||
| img255 | Order to be placed for four steel frames with castors. | ||
| View original record | 17 To S.J.J from Em. Em.9/ET.5.11.40. Will you please pass an order to SMEDLEY Brothers Ltd. of Belper, for 4 M. Steel Frames complete, with Castors, at 15/- each, as per attached invoice. Em. | ||
| img256 | Petty cash refund request for wicks, a petrol pipe, and rubber tubing for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 Petty Cash. Hm/Wym.11/ET.5.11.40 Will you please refund Mr. G.H. Whyman, Cheque No.1802, the sum of Fourteen Shillings and Fivepence only (14/5d.) in respect of articles purchased for use at Clan… | ||
| img257 | Letter from the Factory Department, Ministry of Labour and National Service, regarding a scheme for preventing accidents in factories. | ||
| View original record | (17) FACTORY DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND NATIONAL SERVICE November, 1940 SIR, I have pleasure in bringing to your notice the scheme for preventing accidents in factories, described in the… | ||
| img258 | Pamphlet cover concerning works safety during war-time. | ||
| View original record | MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND NATIONAL SERVICE SAFETY AT WORK WORKS SAFETY IN WAR-TIME Describing the Service issued by THE MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND NATIONAL SERVICE and produced by THE NATIONAL SAFETY FIRST… | ||
| img259 | Foreword by Ernest Bevin on the importance of preventing factory accidents during the war effort. | ||
| View original record | FOREWORD IN THE COUNTRY'S DRIVE FOR VICTORY production is of paramount importance and anything that can be done to prevent dislocation of factory working is worth while. Accidents cause loss of time… | ||
| img260 | Pamphlet outlining a factory safety service introduced to address accident prevention for new and returning workers during wartime. | ||
| View original record | SAFETY AT WORK PART I.—SERVICE PROVIDED 1. INTRODUCTION The influx of new workers unaccustomed to industry and the return of others who through long unemployment have lost touch, together with the… | ||
| img261 | Safety communication plan, including posters, bulletins, and pamphlets for employees. | ||
| View original record | It is intended that these posters be displayed one at a time and changed regularly at the beginning of each week. They are designed to combat the type of accident caused by failure of the human… | ||
| img262 | The distribution of safety service materials and an outline of a works safety organization. | ||
| View original record | 3. DISTRIBUTION OF SERVICE Works receive service as follows : Number of Workers. Unitsof Service*. Up to 400 ... ... 1 401-1,000 ... ... 2 Per additional 1,000 (or part) ... ... add 1 with a maximum… | ||
| img263 | Page from a manual detailing works safety organisation and procedures. | ||
| View original record | (b) Focusing the safety work in one man. Safety work should be centred in one individual, either whole or part-time, working in close conjunction with a committee. He should occupy a responsible… | ||
| img264 | First Aid procedures and the importance of preventing sepsis from workplace injuries. | ||
| View original record | Both the Factory Department and the National Safety First Association have published pamphlets dealing in very much greater detail with the whole subject of works safety organisation. References to… | ||
| img265 | Price list for supplementary safety materials from the National Safety First Association. | ||
| View original record | APPENDIX PRICE LIST OF SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIAL To ensure that everybody can see the posters and to supply managers, foremen and safety committee members with Bulletins and employees with leaflets, more… | ||
| img266 | Letter from a safe company quoting a price for a fireproof mobile container for drawings. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST… | ||
| img267 | Continuation sheet of a quotation from The Chatwood Safe Company Limited detailing extra costs and terms. | ||
| View original record | CONTINUATION SHEET. - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. Extra if fitted with lock with key in duplicate ......................... 10s. Od. Plus whatever sum is liable as Purchase Tax. We hope that this… | ||
| img268 | The general conditions of sale for goods and services. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE. CONFIRMATION. Quotations are given subject to confirmation in writing by us that the price still holds good at the time when the order is placed. CANCELLATION. Under no… | ||
| img269 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Limited outlining their updated terms and conditions due to war. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST NILE… | ||
| img270 | Advice note from The London School of Stenotyping for the purchase of stenotype rolls and a ribbon. | ||
| View original record | 17 THE LONDON SCHOOL OF STENOTYPING Clan Sundry 229-231 HIGH HOLBORN 18 GATE STREET W.C.I Telephone : HOLBORN 5104 Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 4th November, 1940. Your Order No.34747 ADVICE-NOTE To 1… | ||
| img271 | Request to obtain leather cloth drawing board covers for use at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 EJJ. from Hm. Clau pen. Rm.13/ML.5.11.40. Will you please obtain for use at the Clan Foundry, 2 - Leather Cloth Drawing Board Covers. 9 ft. 6 ins. X 7 ft. 6 ins. The long edges to be hemmed and… | ||
| img272 | Missing 'Blackpool Sign' and a scheduled visit from a contractor. | ||
| View original record | To Rm Clan General 17 Rm/RH.1./EC.7.11.40. "Blackpool Sign" On Thursday November 7th, Mr. C.F. Trew, a representative of T.W. Pottage & Son, Ltd., 26, St. Mary's Gate, York, called to see the sign and… | ||
| img273 | Instructions regarding the retrieval and re-erection of a large sign near Belper. | ||
| View original record | Go to Belper and get into touch with Mr. John A. Richards, "Ridgewood", Milford, Nr. Derby, with regard to large BLACKPOOL Sign which has been taken down from the site :- Clan Foundry Co. Belper -… | ||
| img274 | Equipment estimate for the manufacture and supply of a crankcase rack and four cylinder racks. | ||
| View original record | To Pattern Shop. C to Rm. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. Ref. EJJ/HC 16/H. 5.11.40. Requisition No. FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No. B.10220 WORKS ORDER No. 181 711. Req. signed by Mr.… | ||
| img275 | Equipment estimate for four crankshaft trestles each designed to carry 10 shafts. | ||
| View original record | To Pattern Shop. C to Rm. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C to EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. Ref. EJJ/HC 17/H. 5.11.40. Req. signed by Mr. Fisher. Estimated Cost Labour. £ 6. 0. 0d. Material. £ 5. 0. 0d.… | ||
| img276 | Quote from The Chatwood Safe Co. for fireproof containers and a planfiling cabinet. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Clan gen: LONDON. E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND.… | ||
| img277 | Quotation for different models of fireproof planfiling cabinets, detailing prices and delivery information. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Without Automatic Locking Mechanism. Price ......................... £30. 5s. 0d. Six Drawer Pattern:- External dimensions:- 41 5/8" high x 39" deep x 49.13/16" wide. With Automatic Locking… | ||
| img278 | Continuation sheet from The Chatwood Safe Company Limited detailing terms of sale, packing, and requesting a Government Priority Order number. | ||
| View original record | CONTINUATION SHEET. - 3 - Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited. hearing from you. Yours faithfully, FOR THE CHATWOOD SAFE COMPANY LIMITED. JLS/LV. Terms of Sale:- Nett, carriage paid to nearest Railway Goods… | ||
| img279 | The general conditions of sale for products and services. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE. CONFIRMATION. Quotations are given subject to confirmation in writing by us that the price still holds good at the time when the order is placed CANCELLATION. Under no… | ||
| img280 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Limited outlining business conditions during wartime. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST NILE… | ||
| img281 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Limited confirming an order for two fireproof drawing containers. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST… | ||
| img282 | General conditions of sale document outlining terms for transactions. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE. CONFIRMATION. Quotations are given subject to confirmation in writing by us that the price still holds good at the time when the order is placed. CANCELLATION. Under no… | ||
| img283 | Continuation sheet of a letter from The Chatwood Safe Company Limited regarding an order, delivery, and packing terms. | ||
| View original record | CONTINUATION SHEET. - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. 8th November, 1940. from you again regarding this question so that your order may be included in our delivery programme accordingly. May we say… | ||
| img284 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. outlining war-time conditions affecting pricing, supply, and delivery. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST NILE… | ||
| img285 | Requesting an official order for two Chatwood fireproof containers for drawings. | ||
| View original record | 17 Roy/AES. from Rm. Clay query Rm.11/ML.14.11.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs: The Chatwood Safe Co.Ltd., SHREWSBURY, for :- 2 -CHATWOOD FIREPROOF CONTAINERS FOR DRAWINGS, to… | ||
| img286 | Letter to The Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. ordering two fireproof containers for drawings, citing secret government contract work. | ||
| View original record | Clan Gen: Rm.10/ML. 14.11.40. Messrs: The Chatwood Safe Co.Ltd., SHREWSBURY. Dear Sirs, Further to our letter of 3.11.40. and yours of 7th. and 8th. November. We have instructed our Order Office to… | ||
| img287 | Asking for advice on the policy for making local cash purchases to avoid delays, following a rejected petty cash claim. | ||
| View original record | 17 C O P Y. To Roy from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.12/ET.18.11.40. The attached memo Rm/Wym.3/ET.18.11.40 addressed to Petty Cash has been returned by them, with a note to the effect that all purchases must be… | ||
| img288 | Complaints of noise and smell from the Test Bed at Clan Foundry and requesting modifications. | ||
| View original record | 17 EJJ. from Rm. Claw gen. Rm.2/ML.18.11.40. TEST BED - CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our telephone conversation, we get complaints from the Fitting Section and the AID. when we run the Test Bed which has… | ||
| img289 | Letter regarding permission to re-erect a sign, referencing wartime illegality of advertisements that could serve as enemy landmarks. | ||
| View original record | 17 Rm4/Dn 17th November 1 9 4 0. Messrs T. W. Pottage & Son Ltd, 26, St Marys, Y O R K. ------------ Dear Sirs, November 15th Regarding your letter of November 15th. If you can get permission from the… | ||
| img290 | Questions and answers to an enquiry, with typed correspondence visible as bleed-through from the reverse. | ||
| View original record | The substantive questions & answers to the enquiry. existence at the back of the factory. to the paper entitled 'An appreciation of the present air transport situation...' It has no objection to their… | ||
| img291 | Letter from an advertising agency concerning the removal and re-erection of a client's sign. | ||
| View original record | Contractors for FIELD SIGNS in all parts of the UNITED KINGDOM. T.W. POTTAGE & SON LTD PROMINENT POSITIONS ADVERTISING AGENTS AND CONTRACTORS EFFECTIVE SIGNS Telegrams "SIGNS YORK" 2705 Telephone… | ||
| img292 | Letter from The Chatwood Safe Co. Limited acknowledging an order and confirming arrangements for locks on containers. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL. TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST… | ||
| img293 | Confirming a telephone conversation regarding the installation of a partition for a test bed at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Addison. (The Grange) Rm/CTS.7/ET.19.11.40. CLAN FOUNDRY. ------------- Confirming our telephone conversation, will you please look into the question of putting up a partition to separate the… | ||
| img294 | Issuing instructions to restrict Petty Cash purchases to trivial items, defining trivial as below one pound. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Roy. from Wn. o. to G. o. to Hm/Wym. Wn.1/AS.20.11.40. Hm/Wym.12/ET.18.11.40. ------------------------ I have recently issued instructions in regard to purchases through Petty Cash with the… | ||
| img295 | Clarifying the rules and restrictions for making purchases through Petty Cash. | ||
| View original record | 17) C O P Y. Roy. from Wn. c. to G. c. to RmWym. Wn.1/AS.20.11.40. Rm/Wym.12/ET.18.11.40. I have recently issued instructions in regard to pur- chases through Petty Cash with the express intention of… | ||
| img296 | Requesting the fitting of a telephone into the Clan Experimental Design Office. | ||
| View original record | To Sn. from Ev/JD. Ev/JD.4/ET.27.11.40. Could you please arrange to fit a telephone into the Clan Experimental Design Office, as arranged over the telephone. Ev/JD. | ||
| img297 | Confidential memo concerning the relocation of the Design Office to Clan and the continuation of chassis and engine design work. | ||
| View original record | SECRET & CONFIDENTIAL [Struck through text] c. to Rm. re Design Office at Clan. I hope that Ev/JD. and Ev/DB. will cooperate to carry on the chassis design work with the help of J.Burkinshaw, D… | ||
| img298 | Future of the Clan Foundry and its personnel. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.S/ML.26.11.40. FUTURE OF THE CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our conversation with you on this subject, we have at the Clan Foundry the majority of the personnel who were working on chassis… | ||
| img299 | Internal requisition memo for ordering office furniture and equipment for various departments. | ||
| View original record | Rep.from EJJ/JEA c.c. to Mr.W.P. c.c. to Mr.Elliot/RMB. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Mr.Rm. c.c. to D/Rm. Handwritten: Issue General 17 EJJ/JEA17/MMH26 11.40 CUPBOARD FOR CHECKER IN DEPARTMENT 471.… | ||
| img300 | Request for a company grant to help purchase a piano for the Clan Foundry canteen. | ||
| View original record | To Mtn. from Rm. 17 Rm.2/ET.1.12.40. PIANO FOR THE CLAN FOUNDRY. -------------------- Confirming our telephone conversation on the subject, the personnel at the Clan Foundry are extremely anxious to… | ||
| img301 | Request for a grant towards the purchase of a piano for the Clan Foundry canteen. | ||
| View original record | To Mtn. from Rm. Rm.2/ET.1.12.40. PIANO FOR THE CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our telephone conversation on the subject, the personnel at the Clan Foundry are extremely anxious to purchase a piano for the… | ||
| img302 | Request to order tacks and black paper for blackout purposes at the Glan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. From Rm/Wym. C. to C/JWL. & C/Mt. 17 Rm/Wm.A/E.2.12.40. Will you please send official orders to:- Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. for 1 lb. 3/8" tacks o/n. 711 and to Bemrose & Sons (Printers). for… | ||
| img303 | Request to issue an official order for paint and thinners for use on the Clan Foundry building. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Roy. from Rm/Wym. C. to G/JWH. & C/Mt. Rm/Wym.1/T.2.12.40. Will you please send an official order to Derwent Builders, Ltd., for:- 1 gall. of Lead Paint. 1 gall. of Green Paint. 1 pint of… | ||
| img304 | Transfer of original plan PL.418 and the request for blueprints to be ordered. | ||
| View original record | To Ra. from Ev/JD. Copy to Ev. Ra/WH. 17 Ev/JD.1/HT.3.12.40. Re: CLAN DESIGN OFFICE. ------------------------- We send herewith the original of PL.418, Plan of Clan Design Office. Will Ra/WH. kindly… | ||
| img305 | Letter requesting a catalogue for wireless sets, specifically a Radiogram model. | ||
| View original record | 17 Rm/Wym.4/ET. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT, Clan Foundry, BELPER, near DERBY. 3rd December, 1940. Messrs. John BARKER & Co., Ltd., High Street - Kensington, LONDON W.8. Dear Sirs, Will you please send me… | ||
| img306 | Confirming the sending of plan PL.418 to the Clan Design Office and requesting blue prints to be ordered. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. Copy to Ev. Rm/HH. 17 Ev/JD.1/ET.3.12.40. forward! Re: CLAN DESIGN OFFICE We send herewith the original of PL.418, Plan of Clan Design Office. Will Rm/HH. kindly order the necessary… | ||
| img307 | Requesting a roof be put on an office due to water and dirt getting in from bad weather. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/RC. Clay Cross Rm/RC.2/ML.6.12.40. 17 In the rough weather, such as we are getting at the moment, dirt and spots of water are being blown continuously onto my desk and the Memos., etc., on… | ||
| img308 | To a watchman about a complaint regarding flames from the Clan Foundry chimney and providing instructions. | ||
| View original record | To: Watchman. Rm/RH.1.7.12.40. There has been a serious complaint from the Chief Warden of the district regarding the flame from the Clan Foundry chimney. To overcome this trouble, firing should take… | ||
| img309 | Warranty for a Frigidaire machine fitted in the Clan Canteen. | ||
| View original record | To HJJ/PC. from Rm/FD. 17 Rm/FD.4/AT.10.12.40. Herewith the Warranty for the Frigidaire machine fitted up in the Clan Canteen. Will you please have this completed and returned to the makers. Rm/FD. | ||
| img310 | Complaints about light leakage and requests for padlocks and a door spring. | ||
| View original record | 17 To JJ. from Rm/AA. Rm/AA.4/ET.17.12.40. 1. We have had two serious complaints from the Chief Warden for the District regarding light from the door of the boiler house at Clan Foundry. The opening… | ||
| img311 | Requesting the repair of leaks in the roof of the Clan Experimental Design Office to prevent damage to drawings. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/Mr. Addison from EV/DB. Copy to Bn. DESIGN OFFICE - CLAN EXPERIMENTAL There are one or two leaks showing in the roof above this office. In order to prevent spoiling of drawings, we should be… | ||
| img312 | Staff re-organisation at the Clon Foundry. | ||
| View original record | In Afts from Mss. Copy to Sft/L.A. Sft/Hl. RM/TFF. RM/A.A. Em.E/2/1.5.41. CLON FOUNDRY ORGANISATION. Please note that, owing to the death of Mr. H. Hallingsworth and the transfer of Mr/F.Dodd to Hu's… | ||
| img313 | Illegible document due to extremely poor image quality. | ||
| View original record | The text on the document is completely illegible due to the extremely high noise and low contrast of the image. | ||
| img314 | Letter to The Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. requesting an approximate delivery date for an order of two safes. | ||
| View original record | Claim gen 17 Rm.7/ML. 9.12.40. Messrs The Chatwood Safe Co.Ltd., SHREWSBURY. Dear Sirs, Further to our order for 2 Chatwood Fireproof Drawing Containers with locks, we should be much obliged if you… | ||
| img315 | Complaining about the lack of heating at the Clan Foundry and unresponsiveness to previous requests. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.5/ML.14.12.40. HEAT AT THE CLAN FOUNDRY. In Rm.10/ML.25.9.40. and Rm.6/ML. 25.10.40, we asked you to fit up some additional radiators at the Clan Foundry. On making enquiries we find… | ||
| img316 | Notice board announcement regarding the re-organisation of the Clan Foundry Fire Brigade. | ||
| View original record | NOTICE BOARD. Clan Rm.4/ML.22.12.40. 17 ORGANISATION OF CLAN FOUNDRY FIRE BRIGADE. On Friday a practice fire drill was carried out. It was evident that the present arrangement of collecting members of… | ||
| img317 | Requesting payment to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes for the storage of canteen equipment. | ||
| View original record | To: G/WWH. From Rm/PD. Rm/PD.2/AH.28.12.40. 17 Will you please arrange payment to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes for storeage of canteen equipment from October 31st. to Novembr 30th. at a total cost of… | ||
| img318 | Confirming a telephone conversation about fitting additional radiators to improve heat distribution. | ||
| View original record | To: EW. Rm.6/EH.28.12.40. 17 Confirming our telephone conversation, we have now tried the new coal at the Clan, but this has not affected the heat distribution. We shall be glad therefore, if you will… | ||
| img319 | Unreadable document due to extreme image degradation and noise. | ||
| View original record | Unreadable | ||
| img320 | Copy of a thank you letter from Manor House Hospital for a donation from the Rolls-Royce Hospital Fund Association. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION The following is copy of a letter received from the MANOR HOUSE HOSPITAL dated 11th December, 1940 May I thank you with all my heart for that magnificent cheque… | ||
| img321 | The confidentiality markings for correspondence related to gun or tank work. | ||
| View original record | 32 Clerical Department Clan Foundry. Rm.2/EW/15.1.41. All memos and correspondence relating to GUN or TANK work should be marked "Secret" on the letter paper and "Private & Confidential" on the… | ||
| img322 | Notice regarding train service arrangements for Saturday, 18th January 1941. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry 17th January 1941 17 TRAIN ARRANGEMENTS FOR TOMORROW, SATURDAY 18th JANUARY 1941 The 12.10p.m. from Ambergate for Belper and Derby, will not run but the 12.47 p.m. from Ambergate with… | ||
| img323 | Requesting urgent repairs for leaks in the roof of the Clan Experimental Design Office. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top center] 11 [Handwritten top right] 7 To DGJ/Mr. Addison from Ev/DB. Copy to Rm. [Handwritten note] File Clan Gen Ev/DB.14/ET.30.12.40. DESIGN OFFICE - CLAN EXPERIMENTAL… | ||
| img324 | Petty cash refund request for the purchase of a tin of Plastic Wood. | ||
| View original record | 17 PETTY CASH. Rm/Wym.2/ET.13.1.41. Will you please refund C. LEE (Check No. 10808) the sum of One Shilling and Threepence (s/3d.) only, for the purchase of one tin of Plastic Wood from Alfred Tomes,… | ||
| img325 | Notice for employees regarding registration for military service. | ||
| View original record | N O T I C E The following men will register for Military Service on January 11th 1941:- All men born between 1st July 1904 and 31st December 1904, both dates inclusive. All men born between 10th… | ||
| img326 | Outlining the procedure for employees to register for Military Service in 1941. | ||
| View original record | The following men will register for Military Service on January 18th 1941. All men born between January 1st and June 30th 1908 both dates inclusive. The usual procedure for registration will take… | ||
| img327 | Requesting the purpose of an invoice for Clan Foundry supplies in order to allocate it to a proper order number. | ||
| View original record | RM. from EJJ/HC. [Handwritten: Clan foundry General 17] EJJ/HC.8/PC.23.1.41. re - Clan Foundry Supplies. We are in receipt of a memo from the Accounts Department together with invoice from Messrs.… | ||
| img328 | Instructing officials and superintendents to prioritize the use of the teleprinter service over the private telephone line. | ||
| View original record | To:- All Officials and Superintendents. Private Line to Crewe (Struck through) The teleprinter service, which is very costly was expressly installed so as to relieve the pressure on the private… | ||
| img329 | Internal order for one dozen coat-hangers for the Drawing Office staff at the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/HH. Claufoundry gen. 17 Rm/HH.S/ML.29.1.41. Will you please supply, for use by the Drawing Office staff at the Clan Foundry, Belper :- 1 dozen coat-hangers. We shall be glad to receive… | ||
| img330 | Announcing a Tester's Conference. | ||
| View original record | All Testers. EAG. GB. Runs chassis Conference 17 Rm.2/ML.30.1.41. Please note that there will be a Tester's Conference on Monday next, February 3rd., at 8.30. a.m. in Rm's office. Rm. | ||
| img331 | Delayed delivery of a large drawing board, attributing the delay to enemy action. | ||
| View original record | E.V/Draper. 17 seen Draper Please note Rm. EJJ/HC.13/PC.20.1.41. Rm. from EJJ/HC. re - Large Drawing Board. Further to your memo Rm.6/RH.28.12.40, we have strongly urged delivery of the full size… | ||
| img332 | Calling for volunteers to act as fire watchers at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To The Shop. from Rm. Rm.4/RH.5.2.41. 17 CLAN FOUNDRY FIRE PRECAUTIONS. The important necessity for increased numbers of fire watchers has already been emphasised by broadcasts and statements in the… | ||
| img333 | List of registered drawing office personnel and their location. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. Ev.104H.11.2.41. 17. re Register of Personnel I have received the attached list of Registered Personal which covers the whole of the drawing office staff attached to your department. I… | ||
| img334 | Loss of all measuring equipment for the Chassis Division and a request for purchasing replacements. | ||
| View original record | To Rs. from Rm. Rm.2/ET.12.2.41. INSPECTION TOOLS FOR CHASSIS SECTION. ------------------------------------ The Chassis Division have lost all the measuring equipment they had through the Aircraft… | ||
| img335 | To all officials regarding the misuse of priority telephone calls, quoting a letter from the Post Office. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Hives Rm/Robotham Rm/Bastow G.B. LH Rogers THE REAL SINNER To:- All Officials. PRIORITY TELEPHONE CALLS. The following paragraph is an extract from a letter from the Post Office :- "Experience… | ||
| img336 | The urgent welding of frost-damaged filter boxes for the test bed at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Puskett from Rm. Ref. 1/RE. 21.2.41. 17 TEST BED - CLAN FOUNDRY You will remember that after six month's struggle we managed to get the test bed going here, almost immediately after, frost… | ||
| img337 | Appeal for employees to join the Hospital Fund Association. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION 17. There are still 1729 employees of the Company who are not members of the Rolls-Royce Hospital Fund Association. Membership of this Association is cheap,… | ||
| img338 | Notice encouraging staff to join the Hospital Fund Association. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE HOSPITAL FUND ASSOCIATION There are still 523 members of the staff who are not members of the Rolls-Royce Hospital Fund Association. Membership of this Association is cheap, considering… | ||
| img339 | Letter to The Chatwood Safe Co. chasing an order for fireproof containers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EAG.1/RH. 24th February, 1941. The Chatwood Safe Co., Limited, S H R E W S B U R Y. Dear Sirs, In November last, we sent you our official order for :- 2 - CHATWOOD FIREPROOF CONTAINERS FOR DRAWINGS… | ||
| img340 | Letter concerning a delayed order for two fireproof containers due to a Limitation of Supplies Order and the requirement for government authority. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. LONDON. E.C.4. 3, LAURENCE POUNTNEY HILL, TELEPHONE 9471 MANSION HOUSE. MANCHESTER. ROYAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE 3018 BLACKFRIARS. SCOTLAND. 26, WEST… | ||
| img341 | Letter to The Chatwood Safe Co. Ltd. regarding a decision not to proceed with an order for fireproof containers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EAG. 1/RH. 28th February, 1941. The Chatwood Safe Co., Ltd., SHREWSBURY. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of February 26th. With reference to the fireproof containers, we regret that we did not… | ||
| img342 | Short memo taken from a phone call about the dispatch of a pump and strainer boxes. | ||
| View original record | Taken over the phone 4.45 p.m. 24.2.41 ET. 1K SALT PULSOMETER REFERENCE RM/CTS PUMP AND BEND BEING DISPATCHED WEDNESDAY WRITING RE STR STRAINER BOXES TODAY | ||
| img343 | List of urgently required parts for Clan Foundry, Belper, Dept. 181. | ||
| View original record | To SFT/LA c. LA/FG c. LA/HN RM. RM/AA. RM/JB. Clan Foundry, Belper, Dept.181. The following parts are urgently required :- REDUCTION GEARS. L.262 Ball Brgs. A.54353 Distance Washers. E.48845 Retaining… | ||
| img344 | List of urgently required engine parts, categorized by system. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Wheelcase (cont) No.4737 Hoff Bearing. A.55258 Flame traps KB.2953 Lock washers --------------------------------- BOOST. E.41739 Cut-out lever. E.39916 Conn Link E.49296 Case E.36677 Bush… | ||
| img345 | Proposed layout and floor space for the Chassis Garage, Fitters, and Stores. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Rm/Wym. Clau Gen? (17?) Ev/JD.1/SW.6.3.41. Layout of Chassis Garage, Fitters, and Stores. Please receive herewith the attached blueprint :- PL.513 Proposed position of Chassis… | ||
| img346 | Drawing with section view markers. | ||
| View original record | I I | ||
| img347 | Blueprint for a proposed post at a scale of 1/4 inch to 1 foot. | ||
| View original record | I I 29.000 FT AP 7/3/21 SCALE 1/4" TO 1 FOOT PROPOSED POST | ||
| img348 | Blueprint showing the proposed position and floor area for a chassis stores. | ||
| View original record | PROPOSED POSITION OF CHASSIS STORES FLOOR AREA = 714 SQ FT. 21 FT. | ||
| img349 | Blueprint with area measurements for the location of Chassis Stores and a Garage. | ||
| View original record | 5305 Sq Ft, 14500 FT., TION OF CHASSIS STORES & A GA | ||
| img350 | Blueprint showing the layout for the Chassis Stores. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS STORES I I CRANE SPACE | ||
| img351 | Blue folder cover or drawing labeled for the Gage Fitters Bay. | ||
| View original record | I GAGE FITTERS BAY. | ||
| img352 | Blueprint folder or cover sheet with a handwritten reference number. | ||
| View original record | PL513 | ||
| img353 | Folded blueprint cover with a reference number in the title block. | ||
| View original record | PL513 | ||
| img354 | To Mr. Brackett requesting the forwarding of a Satchwell Immersion Thermostat and a Type 1010 Contactor. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Brackett, From Rm/GB. 17 Rm/GB.18/DT.13.1.41. The Central Stores have passed to you:- 1 - Satchwell Immersion Thermostat type W.T. 1 - Type 1010 size 114 Contactor. These parts were supplied by… | ||
| img355 | Millwright's requisition to repair a leaking radiator pipe. | ||
| View original record | RR188. [400P] [32910 18-9-40] S.C B. MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. REQN No: A 36870 DEPT No. / 50. DATE 14/3/41 WORK REQUIRED. for Clan general 17 Repair leaking radiator pipe in Rm's office. R.R. M/c No.… | ||
| img356 | The relocation of a hut from Park Leys to Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan gen Rm.4/ML.19.3.41. 17 MOVEMENT OF HUT FROM PARK LEYS UP TO CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please arrange for the hut to be moved from Park Leys to the Clan Foundry as soon as possible.… | ||
| img357 | Instructing clerical staff on the correct procedure for taking telephone messages. | ||
| View original record | Group Hm's Clerical Staff. Despatch to: Use of copies:- Please note that when taking telephone messages from outside the Clan Foundry, either from other R.R. Departments or outside Firms, the message… | ||
| img358 | Programme of musical and comic performances for a Clan Foundry event. | ||
| View original record | PROGRAMME. File Clan Foundry 17. 21.3.41. Pianoforte Solo. Miss Lander. Song. My Dreams. Mr.H.Williams. Comic. "Billy Muggins". Trot Salt. Song. Nightingale of June. Miss Whyman. Duet. Moonlight and… | ||
| img359 | Letter to Ryland's Directory requesting the removal of the Clan Foundry, Belper, from their publication due to its use for secret government work. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/ML. Clan qu. 17. 20.3.41. The Editors, Ryland's Directory, 49, Wellington Street, Strand. W.C.2. Dear Sirs, With reference to your enquiry, dated March, 1941, re an entry for the Clan Foundry,… | ||
| img360 | Letter from Ryland's Directory requesting an update of business particulars for a new edition. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: TEMPLE BAR 3951 (5 LINES) ESTABLISHED 1881 TELEGRAMS: ZACATECAS, RAND, LONDON RYLAND'S DIRECTORY OF THE COAL, IRON, STEEL, TINPLATE, METAL, ENGINEERING, FOUNDRY, HARDWARE, AND ALLIED… | ||
| img361 | Follow-up memorandum regarding an urgent request for four Hamburg Hallmark drawing boards. | ||
| View original record | Enorque EJJ. from Rm. Clau gen: Rm.3/ML.25.3.41. 17. You will remember that three weeks ago we spoke to you on the telephone regarding an additional supply of drawing boards. The additional personnel… | ||
| img362 | Internal request to place an order for index filing cards and tab cards with a printer. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm. Rm.17/ML.28.3.41. Will you please send an official order to Messrs Simpsen & Co, Printers, Friar Gate, Derby. for :- 300 - Index Filing Cards, 8" x 5". and 1 set of vowelled Tab Cards,… | ||
| img363 | Notice about a complaint regarding trespassing and damaging a field used for grazing. | ||
| View original record | Notice Board. We have received a complaint from Mr. W.R.S.Salt, who owns the field below the Clan Foundry, to the effect that we are damaging the grass which he uses for grazing. In future, under no… | ||
| img364 | Complaint letter regarding employees using a rented field for football. | ||
| View original record | Telephone : DUFFIELD 2179. Moscow Farm, MILFORD, Near Derby, 8. 4. 1941. M................ Bought of... W. R. S. SALT. Messrs. Rolls Royce Clan Foundry. RECEIVED APR 1941 Dear Sir, I should be much… | ||
| img365 | Purchase request for tins of grey lead paint and chrome green paint. | ||
| View original record | Bm/Wym.10/ET. 18th April, 1941. Messrs. Derwent Builders, Mansfield Road, D E R B Y. Dear Sirs, Will you please supply bearer with:- 3 tins (14 lbs) grey lead paint No. 3365 3 " " chrome green. No.… | ||
| img366 | £120 cost for four Hall Mark drawing boards, requesting a formal written order. | ||
| View original record | Clan file Gen. 17 Rm. from EJJ/HC. EJJ/HC.14/PC.27.3.41. re - Drawing Boards. We are in receipt of your memo ref. Rm.3/ML.25.3.41., regarding 4 - Hall Mark Drawing Boards and apart from verbal… | ||
| img367 | Removal of a hut from Park Leys to CLMN and the required finishing works. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clan gen. Rm.4/ML.17.4.41. 17 REMOVAL OF HUT FROM PARK LEYS TO CLMN. Will you please arrange for the ground adjacent to the hut, which has now been erected at the Clan Foundry, to be… | ||
| img368 | Requesting four drawing boards and referencing the use of draughtsmen from Leyland Motors Ltd. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Clanger. Rm.S/ML.17.4.41. 17. EJJ/HC.14/PC.27.3.41. Further to your Memo. reference Will you please supply us with four drawing boards, as soon as possible. We have only managed to keep… | ||
| img369 | Order to Lette & Sons Ltd for 200 evergreen privet hedges to be delivered to the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | Clan Gen. g17. Rm.9/ML. 19.4.41. Messrs Lette & Sons Ltd., 39, Hadleigh. Suffolk. Dear Sirs, Will you please forward :- 200 evergreen privet for hedging, 2' to 3' high, at 9/- per hundred. to Messrs… | ||
| img370 | Petty cash refund request for the purchase of corks at Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | To Petty Cash. Ra/Wym.9/ET.24.4.41 Will you please refund G.H. WHYMAN, check No. 721, the sum of 3/9 (three shillings and nine pence) for the purchase of corks for our use at Clan Foundry, Belper.… | ||
| img371 | Internal order request for 2-drawer index card filing cabinets for the Clan Foundry Offices. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. Rm.14/ML.25.4.41. Will you please order from Messrs Butlers, Ltd., Iron Gates, Derby, for use in the Clan Foundry Offices :- 1 set of 2-drawer Index Card Filing Cabinets. for cards size… | ||
| img372 | Request for a cupboard to be made for storing body parts and accessories, referencing print MB.140. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Bm/SAG. 17 Rm/EAC.13/AT.28.4.41. Please find herewith print MB.140, showing the cupboard we require for storing body parts and accessories. We should be obliged if you would take steps to… | ||
| img373 | Request to obtain a roll of linen-backed drawing paper from a supplier named Reynolds. | ||
| View original record | Miss Openshaw. Rm/EAG.1/ST.5.5.41. Will you please obtain a 25 yard roll of 60", linen backed drawing paper, as per sample attached. This was supplied by a firm bearing the name of Reynolds. Rm/EAG. | ||
| img374 | Request for two ordinary mail baskets for the Body Design Department of the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Miss Squires, Stationery. gen. Clan Rm.9/ML.8.5.41. 17 Can you please provide two ordinary mail baskets for use in Rm/EAG's office, in the Body Design Department of the Clan Foundry. Rm. | ||
| img375 | Mr. Allison's position as Senior Inspector at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To TP/CWJ. From Rn. Copy to Sft. By. I/C.AID. 17 Rn.9/GT.4.6.41. Replying to TP/CWJ.4/JH.2.6.41, we agree to Mr. Allison still being considered as Senior Inspector at Clan Foundry, but that he remains… | ||
| img376 | Confirmatory order to Messrs R.B. Butler Ltd. for various office furniture items. | ||
| View original record | O/Rb/FEB. from EJJ/JSA. c to Lov/T. c to F. c to Rbr/AHF. c to Rm. c to Lov/Cr. 17 EJJ/JSA.9/MM.27.5.41. 17 o/o. 50415. Messrs R.B.Butler Ltd. 5 Iron Gate, Derby. Equipment Nightingale Road.… | ||
| img377 | Quotation from D.S. Butler Ltd. for office equipment and supplies. | ||
| View original record | 50415. Sheet 2. D.S.Butler Ltd. WJJ/JSA.9/HH.27.5.41. EQUIPMENT FOR MR.CRASTER. S.S/718/63. 7 - letters for Kardex Slotted Chart, one each B, C, I, & L and three F's. 1s. 0.d nett. 100 - Transparent… | ||
| img378 | To officials and foremen regarding the mandatory registration of women born in 1918. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Officials superintendents and foremen. Hs/Mn.1/PS. 29.5.41 REGISTRATION OF WOMEN All women born during the year 1918 must register on Saturday, June 14th 1941. If each female concerned will… | ||
| img379 | Blank registration form for women, likely for employment purposes. | ||
| View original record | REGISTRATION OF WOMEN 1. Full name in block capitals. Surname________ Christian Names________ 2. Address (in full) ________ 3. Are you a contributor under the Widows, Orphans and Old Age Contributory… | ||
| img380 | Notice regarding compulsory registration for Civil Defence duties under the Emergency Powers Acts. | ||
| View original record | RM. CLAN FOUNDRY. To all official, superintendents and foremen NOTICE COUNTY BOROUGH OF DERBY EMERGENCY POWERS (DEFENCE) ACTS 1939 and 1940 THE CIVIL DEFENCE DUTIES (COMPULSORY ENROLMENT) ORDER 1941… | ||
| img381 | Engine repair capacity for Kestrel, Vulture, and Merlin engines at the Clan Foundry and other locations. | ||
| View original record | To: Sft, from Rm. CLAN FOUNDRY AND ENGINE REPAIRS. Replying to Sft/BH.25.4.41, it seems fairly clear that with the floor space available at the Clan Foundry, we shall not be able to cope with the… | ||
| img382 | Confirming a conversation about Vulture and Peregrine repairs to be assisted by the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. from Hm. c. to Em/YFF. c. to Em/HFW. FILE 17 Rs.13/SW.21.6.41. Repairs of the Clan Foundry. This is to confirm our conversation of this morning in which it was agreed that Clan Foundry cannot… | ||
| img383 | Arrangements for the Clan Foundry to take over Kestrel, Peregrine, and Vulture engine repairs. | ||
| View original record | 17 Sft.7/WM.28.5.41. CLAN FOUNDRY AND ENGINE REPAIRS. --------------------------- There are at present approximately 56 Kestrel XXX engines in for conversion and 22 more to come. It is doubtful… | ||
| img384 | To the watchman listing the names and car registration numbers permitted to park at the front gate. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Watchman. Rm/wym.16/JH.1.7. Too many cars are being allowed through the front gate. The official car park is marked out at the back of the factory. Will you please note therefore that only the… | ||
| img385 | Arranging for parts to be made by Smedley Bros. Ltd. and requesting other parts for jig drilling. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/F.Smith. The Grange. C.c. to Rm/CHS. Rm/AA.S/J.H.1.7.41. re Test Bed at Clan. Referring to our visit to you on Sunday last, we have arranged to have the following parts made at Smedley Bros.… | ||
| img386 | Letter to the Derby Gas Co. Ltd. requesting the disconnection of a hot water geyser and meter at the Clan Foundry canteen. | ||
| View original record | file c EST. 17 Em/Evm.10/JH. 1st. July, 1941. The Derby Gas Co.Ltd., Belper Office, BELPER. Dear Sirs, Will you please disconnect hot water geyser and meter in the old canteen at Clan Foundry, these… | ||
| img387 | Potential sites and costs for a new dynamometer at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 To. Rm. G. to EJJ. Rm/AA.1/IH.3.7.41. DYNAMOMETER AT CLAN FOUNDRY. EJJ. called here today, and inspected our proposed site for the above. There is a building line to be considered which greatly… | ||
| img388 | Office alterations at the Clan Foundry to accommodate Park Leys staff. | ||
| View original record | 7 To EWJ/Addison. c. to EWJ/Cawser. c. to Rm. c. to Ry. EW/JD.1/JH.12.7.41. re Clan Design Office. In order to get the Park Leys/staff in the office at the Clan Foundry it is necessary to move the… | ||
| img389 | Urgent order request for four 'Hall-Mark' drawing tables for the Clan Foundry Drawing Office. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/HC. c.c. to [obscured]B. c.c. to G/Mc/T. c. to Rm. Ev/Draper . received [scribbled initials] EJJ/HC.14/PC.22.4.41. 17 S.5/Order No. 718/Dept No. 181. Re - Clan Foundry Drawing Office. Please… | ||
| img390 | Appointment of a Senior Inspector at Clan Foundry, Belper, and related staffing arrangements. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry, Belper RM cc Sft. cc BF. O I/C A.I.D. TB/CPJ.4/JH.2.6.41. I have received a memo from I/C A.I.D. requesting a Chief Inspector to be appointed at Clan Foundry. There is no necessity for a… | ||
| img391 | Requesting the urgent installation of shelves for a newly occupied office in the Clan experimental area. | ||
| View original record | 17 To HSJ, c. to Rm. I have moved to Clan experimental and into a small office of little room. Rm. has agreed that some shelves should be fixed, and I enclosed herewith a drawing of the same which I… | ||
| img392 | Inspection visit to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Rm. from Rm/TFF. Rm/TFF.S/LH.31.7.41. A visit of inspection was paid to the Clan Foundry by :- Mr. P.W. Smith A.D.I.E. Mr. D.J. Orr. P.S.2. M.A.P. Mr. G.G. Bradshaw. I/C. A.I.D.,R.R.Derby Mr.… | ||
| img393 | Confirming the urgent requirement for extra and revised lighting at the Clan Experimental Design Office due to a staff relocation. | ||
| View original record | 17 To Edd. From Ev. c. to Em. Ev.3/JH.31.7.41. re Lights at Clan Exptl. We confirm that we mentioned to Mr. Causer by telephone that extra and revised lighting is required in the Design Office at Clan… | ||
| img394 | Forthcoming Ministry of Labour inspection to investigate labour utilization across several departments. | ||
| View original record | HPS. TB/VV. TB/JB. TB/WAS. TB/SOZ. Rm.✓ TB/AGR.1/P2.9.41. 17 MINISTRY OF LABOUR & NATIONAL SERVICE. The Ministry of Labour inspectors who are investigating our utilization of labour propose to carry… | ||
| img395 | Comparison of floor space allocation across three different manufacturing and support sites. | ||
| View original record | Q/m P. 7 Comparative Floor Spaces RADFORD MILL, Nottingham. Total floor Space on all floors = 70530 sq. ft. of which 1152 sq. ft. is offices, Canteen, and Ambluance Room. 8746 " " Inspection Floor.… | ||
| img396 | Listing staffing areas and engine production capacity. | ||
| View original record | 1. Reception Stores. 2. Embodyment loan stores. 3. Indenting dept. 4. Progress stuff through works. 5. Staff of inspectors under Webster. 6. Estimating & efficiency (for times). 7. Increased A.I.D.… | ||
| img397 | List of required equipment for an inspection job to be carried out at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | T.F.F. Please note & return T.H. Rm Sft. R.H.7292 To enable the Inspection job to be carried out properly at the Clan Foundry, the following equipment will be required:- Surface table and centres,… | ||
| img398 | Notice prohibiting employees from using company premises to repair their personal vehicles without written permission. | ||
| View original record | NOTICE. It has come to my notice that employees are increasingly using the Clan premises, particularly during fire watching, for repairing their cars and/or motor cycles. No one is authorised to do… | ||
| img399 | Internal order for various trestles to be made for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | T.F.F. Please note R.M. Notification Millwrights-(S) from EJJ/DH. c. to Rm. EJJ/DH.4/JA.12.6.41. Order No.711/Department No.181/Job No.C.9254. Re:- Equipment for Clan Foundry. Please have made :- 4 -… | ||
| img400 | Notice warning against the theft of petrol from motorcycles parked at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | NOTICE. It has been brought to my notice that two motor cycles parked at the back of the Clan Foundry have recently had their petrol tanks 'milked'. Any person caught doing this will be prosecuted and… | ||