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Scan001 Confirming the receipt of experimental aluminium pistons for 250 H.P engines.
View original record [Handwritten] 6 ord. alum pistons. E 8024 } in Acc, to be machined 11/11/12. 11/10 6 zephyr .. E 8030 } All with Horrocks 21/12/10. [Typed] Wor. EP20/T/L221015. Re Aluminium Pistons - 250 H.P Engines.…

Scan002 Instruction for one half set of Pistons E.8029 (skirt type) and one half set of E.8030 (Zephyr type) for experimental engine No.XL190.
View original record 1910 To Mr. Mills from By. 11th November, 1915. By4/G111115. /69492 RE 250 HP ENGINE - PISTONS. Z Please instruct one half set of Pistons E.8029 (skirt type) 6 off and half set of E.8030 (Zephyr type)…

Scan003 Request from the R.N.A.S. Central Supply Depot to return excess Aluminium Pistons that were oversupplied.
View original record AFS/MCC C O P Y. "AE" Section, R.N.A.S. Central Supply Depot, WHITE CITY. W. 16th December 1915. Gentlemen, With reference to 48 Aluminium Pistons despatched to you from here on the 18th October.…

Scan004 Requesting a status update on aluminium pistons, with a handwritten note about scrapped castings.
View original record W. H. 226 A (500 H) (S. B. 80. 12-10-15) G. 1278. 1416 (Alex) Wor EP14/T/W21215. 2.12.15. RE. ALUMINIUM PISTONS. With reference to my memo EP13/T/L111115, Lieut.Kendall is now asking what has been…

Scan005 Urging the expedited production of Aluminium Pistons E.8029 & E.8030 for an urgent government experiment.
View original record 410 Aluminium Pistons E.8029 & E.8030 Mr Horrocks. 22.12.15. Mcr/D4/L221215. Confirming verbal conversation with you yesterday, we shall be glad if you will rush the above pistons through as quickly…

Scan006 The receipt and inspection of aluminium piston castings.
View original record 1916 Re Aluminium Pistons. EP. 29.12.15. Mcr5/L291215. By.c. With reference to the aluminium pistons that Lieut. Kendall has been enquiring about, kindly note that we received 12 castings from the…

Scan007 Defective Aluminium Piston castings and a request for replacements from stores.
View original record 14/16 Re Aluminium Pistons. Mr Mills. 5.1.16. Mcrll/L5116. Kindly note that two more of the above castings have proved scrappers. This therefore leaves only 4, and they therefore require 2 more before…

Scan008 The testing and types of experimental aluminium pistons.
View original record ( COPY ) Lieut.Kendall to EP. AHK23/P6116. Re. ALUMINIUM PISTONS. In reply to your memo EP4/T/L301215, I shall be glad to know why these pistons were sent you, and understand that they are only here…

Scan009 Scrapping of some aluminium pistons and instructions to machine others.
View original record Aluminium Pistons. X.1910 Order Office. 11.1.16. Mcr2/L11116. Further to our Mcr11/L5116 kindly note that all the pistons that are being machined up to E.8029/30 in the shops have now been scrapped.…

Scan010 Engine modifications for Commander Briggs' car, suggesting upgrades similar to those on car 49GB.
View original record C O P Y. <-- 22/116 1910 To Wor. for EH. from R. Copy to J. R16/B20116. January 20th. 1916. Re Commander Briggs' Car. With reference to the above car, you have in hand some aluminium pistons. I think…

Scan011 To Lieut. Kendall regarding issues with faulty old standard and new Zephyr type piston castings.
View original record K10 Lieut. Kendall. 21.1.16. Mcr/D9/L21116. With reference to your memo AHK23/F6116 which has been passed to us by Mr Platford, we would point out that 40 piston castings were received and not 12 as…

Scan012 Aluminium pistons and following up on a memo received from Lieut. Kendall.
View original record Mor. EP31/T/W25116. Re. ALUMINIUM PISTONS. With reference to our memo EP32/T/W13116, attaching copy of memo we had received from Lieut.Kendall, we shall be glad to hear from you on this matter as soon…

Scan013 The fitting of aluminium pistons to Commander Briggs' car and notes on the performance of engine 49 G.B.
View original record C O P Y. L9216 To Wor. for EH. from R. Copy to J. R17/B7216. February 7th.1916. Re Commander Briggs' Car. We understand that you will shortly be fitting the aluminium pistons and a somewhat higher…

Scan014 Instructions to modify a half set of rockers by adding a tappet screw and locknut, as per the provided sketch.
View original record R.R. 309 (12 m) SA. 607. 19-5-15) E.P. 8514. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 42050 X 1913 To OO. Order No. Customer's No. In addition to the half set of Rocker instructed on 19th Nov last book on…

Scan015 Hand-drawn instruction sheet with sketches and dimensions for a threaded component.
View original record Continued from previous sheet. R.R. 388 1/M S's (SA. 607. 19.5.13) E.P. 8514. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 42051 X1913 F / 10.1.16 19 To OO Order No. Customer's No. Fig I .950 .150 +S .075 +S…

Scan016 Instructions and drawing for an experimental tappet screw lock.
View original record Continued from previous sheet 42052 H.R. 299 (12 m) (S.A. 607. 19-5-15) E.P. 8514. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To G.O. Order No. Customer's No. Drawing Text: Drill .331 +3 TAP .375 34 TPI RH.…

Scan017 Recommendation to make hollow arm locking levers standard for Eagle engines following an 80-hour test.
View original record To R. From MR. C. to J. C. to T. C. to y. C. to L. C. to Hn. C. to EP. RM/EB30616. May 30th, 1916. X. No. HOLLOW ARM LOCKING LEVERS FOR EAGLES. 1913. We have run a set of these for 80 hours on an…

Scan018 Cover memo for the completed standardisation sheet for the RE 250 HP Engine Rocker Lever (X.1913).
View original record To J. " R. " WOR. " NA. " EP. WOR From BY. 12th June, 1916. By4/G12616. RE 250 HP ENGINE - ROCKER LEVER (X.1913) We attach herewith, completed standardisation sheet for the above. Mr Stent 13-6-16…

Scan019 Diagram of a valve rocker showing the arms drilled.
View original record VALVE ROCKER E9813 SHOWING ARMS DRILLED ROLLS-ROYCE L. DERBY DRAWING OFFICE 6 JUN. 1916 D.L.A. 6.6.16

Scan020 Alteration sheet detailing the standardization of drilled holes in the Rocker Lever for the 250-HP Aero Engine.
View original record R.R. 288C (S H) (S.C. 127. 3-1-16) Bm. 2/20/7. ALTERATIONS TO 250-H.P. R.R. AERO ENGINE PARTS. Description of Parts. The Rocker Lever which has now become standard, that is, with the plain lock nut…

Scan021 Request to manufacture a set of pistons with specific modifications for the RE 250 HP experimental engine.
View original record To Mr. Mills for Works. 169492 23rd November, 1915. By3/G231115. RE 250 HP. EXPERIMENTAL ENGINE. X Exp. No. 1915. Will you kindly instruct the works to make one complete set of 1/2 pistons for Mr.…

Scan022 To Mr. Hives regarding a modification to a 250 HP engine piston, with a request for a report on over-oiling.
View original record x.1915 To Wor. for Mr.Hives From By. 20th December, 1915. By11/G201215. RE 250 HP ENGINE - PISTON. Please receive herewith copy of memo (By10/G201215) instructing pistons with two holes in bottom…

Scan023 Instruction to supply a modified set of pistons for the RE 250 HP engine to a Mr. Platford.
View original record To Mr. Mills from By. Copy to Wor. for EH from By. 20th December, 1915. By10/G201215. RE 250 HP ENGINE - PISTON. Please instruct works to supply Mr. Platford with one set of Pistons E.7772 without the…

Scan024 Visit to West Wittering and advocating for more frequent in-person discussions.
View original record To E.H. from R. C.c. to C.J. Original R3/V25.2.18. X.1608 Re - Visit to West Wittering. With reference to your visit here I feel this has been very valuable. I think you ought to make up your mind to…

Scan025 Surprising 70% efficiency of a Lucas 20 lb. starter motor and arranging a meeting regarding efficient battery ignition.
View original record To EFC. from R. c. to W. X.1698 R2/W25. 21B . X. 543. X. 3174. X. 3199 X. 1698 X.3173 RE IGNITION GEAR & ELECTRO MOTORS X.3161. With reference to the tests you are making on the ignition gear and…

Scan026 From R. to EFC. arranging for Mr. Royce to meet a visitor at Chichester.
View original record To EFC. from R. X 1698 R4/W4.3.18. Re - Your visit to West Wittering. Will you kindly let Mr. Royce know what time you expect to arrive at Chichester, and he will endeavour to meet you. with a car.…

Scan027 Changing the date for a visit to West Wittering to deliver 'Condor' pieces for Mr. Royce.
View original record R.R. 235a (200 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/12. X.1698 ? Condor To R. from EH. c. to CJ. EH1/LG18.5.18. 18th May. 1918. RE - VISIT TO WEST WITTERING We find that we shall be able to bring a…

Scan028 Confirmation of a telegram regarding arrival plans.
View original record JBH. CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. 1698 21st May, 1918. [Stamp: RECEIVED] HIVES ROYCAR DERBY. UNLESS WE HEAR TO THE CONTRARY WE SHALL EXPECT YOU TO ARRIVE HERE SUNDAY EVENING. ROYCE.

Scan029 Confirmation of a telegram arranging an evening meeting on the eleventh of the month.
View original record CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. E.H. 1698. 6th December, 1918. RECEIVED 9 DEC 1918. ROYCAR DERBY. HIVES WORMALD WE SHALL EXPECT YOU HERE IN THE EVENING OF THE ELEVENTH INSTANT AS ARRANGED. ROYCE.

Scan030 From Rs. to EFC regarding a visit to West Wittering requested by Mr. Royce.
View original record To EFC. from Rs. X.1698 8th February, 1919. Rs4/G8219. RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. Mr. Royce has asked me to write and tell you that he will probably want you to come down to West Wittering sometime…

Scan031 Copy of a telegram sent to R. regarding an arrival time in West Wittering.
View original record X.1698. COPY OF TELEGRAM SENT TO R. 17.6.19. ROYCE ELMSTEAD WEST WITTERING ARRIVE WEST WITTERING BY ROAD PROBABLY EARLY WEDNESDAY. CLARK.

Scan032 Visit to West Wittering to inspect chassis 4.EX, its wiring status, and a fitted thermostat regulator.
View original record To R. from Bn. c. to Hs. c. to Da. C.H. ATW 40/50 tu HEX Bn5/W28.2.20. X.1698 RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. X.3764 Mr. Hives, Mr. Day and I propose to come down to Chichester next Wednesday evening, the…

Scan033 Letter to the Proprietor of the Dolphin Hotel in Chichester requesting a room reservation.
View original record + 1698 16.3.20. The Proprietor, Dolphin Hotel, Chichester. Dear Sir, In case our Mr. Royce has not already arranged this visit, will you kindly reserve me a room for tomorrow (Wednesday) night as I…

Scan034 Index for a report concerning a visit to West Wittering to discuss various vehicle components and chassis.
View original record COPY. X.1698 E1/G1S. 5. 5. 30. To Hs.} Da. } From E. By. } Copy to C.J. WOT. B.I. EFC. RE VISIT OF MESSRS. HIVES, DAY, AND BAILEY, X.1698 TO WEST WITTERING 12th MAY, 1930. INDEX. PAGE NO. BONNET…

Scan035 Design modifications for the 'Buzzard' and 'Vulture' bonnet models and the rear engine foot bracket.
View original record To Hn. Dn. from E. Ry. Copy to CJ. Wox. Mn. EFC. E1/G16.5.20. RE VISIT OF MESSRS. HIVES, DAY, AND BAILEY, TO WEST WITTERING 15 MAY, 1920. 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. X.3822. X.3882. X.3821. X.3861. Bonnet…

Scan036 Manufacturing instructions for a steering pad, main bracket, and silencer nozzle.
View original record To Hs., Ds. and Ey. -2- E3/G18.5.20. Contd. The steering pad for carrying the steering box should be carried by a special boss provided on one of the foot brackets, and should be secured by brazing,…

Scan037 The construction of an exhaust silencer snout and cut-out flange, including Mr. Royce's design suggestions.
View original record To Hs, Da, and Ry. -3- E1/918.S.20. Contd. ----------------- ------------------- The assembled silencer snout should be secured to the exhaust pipe by welding in the usual manner round the end, and…

Scan038 Technical memorandum discussing modifications to the rear road springs, silencer pipe, and front shock absorber anchorage for the 40/50 HP chassis.
View original record -3a- To Hs. Da, & By. This forging should be got in hand at the earliest possible moment. Further, Mr. Royce wishes Mr. Hives to test a 2½" diameter pipe between the silencers with a view to replacing…

Scan039 Various engine design modifications, including for the 'Vulture' and six-cylinder models.
View original record -4- To Hc, Ba, and Hy. **************** H1/G18.8.20. Contd. **************** This modification will require a boss adding to the forging of the front axle. Mr. Royce would like Mr. Day to submit a…

Scan040 Meeting minutes discussing design considerations for the 'Buzzard' engine and chassis.
View original record To Hs. Ds. & By. -5- E1/G18.5.20. Contd. ****************** caps in the bottom half of the Condor crankcase are very pronounced. They apply to some extent only to the "Buzzard" engine, and in view of…

Scan041 The inspection of 20 HP chassis parts with notes on proposed modifications.
View original record -6- To Hs, Da, & Hy. E1/G18.5.20. Contd. ************************************************************************ to do the silencer anout job. For press work to be ordered outside Mr. Royce…

Scan042 Design considerations and required modifications for various chassis components.
View original record -7- To Hs. Da, & Ey. H1/C18.5.20. Contd. Clutch - Pressure Member. X.3525. This piece, owing to its deep recesses, was not considered by Mr. Royce to be practical as a stamping, and he wishes it to be…

Scan043 Arranging travel and accommodation for a visit to West Wittering.
View original record To CK. from Rs. X.1698 Rs1/G13/3/20. X.1698 RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. With reference to your visit to West Wittering next week, Mr. Royce would like you to come down to Chichester on Wednesday…

Scan044 Confirming travel and accommodation arrangements for a visit to West Wittering.
View original record To R. from Ck. c. to CJ. X.1698 Ck5/T15.3.20. X.1698' RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. I have received your note Rs/G13.3.20, and shall be pleased to follow the suggestion of going to Chichester on…

Scan045 Exchange and maintenance of Marmon and Buick cars for eventual sale.
View original record Handwritten: RR testing Marmon & Buick To HY. from R. Copy to C.J. [Strikethrough] " " HS/TMW. Stamped: RECEIVED X1698. D R9/G14/15. DEC. 1920 Stamped: RECEIVED RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. With…

Scan046 Proposing a visit to Mr. Royce to present finished detail pieces of the Coshawk II.
View original record X1698 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. Hs3/LG26.4.21. RE. COSHAWK II. Mr. Wormald and myself propose to come to W.W., arriving Thursday (morning) the 5th. May. We shall bring with us as many of the small…

Scan047 Telegram received by telephone from Royce to Clarke regarding a Monday meeting.
View original record R.R. 141A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.13 MP 193871 X1698 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. M.D TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED (stamped) Time Received: 11-34 Date: 20-5-21 To: Royce By: Ab C. from: Chichester…

Scan048 Visit to West Wittering regarding Goshawk parts and complaints from America.
View original record X1698 2 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. Hs3/LG6.6.21. X1698 X4219 X4305 RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. BY. and myself propose coming to W.W., arriving Tuesday next week if it is convenient to you. We shall…

Scan049 Proposing a visit to Mr. Royce in West Wittering with a Goshawk 11 engine and gearbox unit.
View original record X1698 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. X4219 X1698 Hs9/LG8. 7. 21. RE. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. Mr. Wormald and myself propose arriving at West Wittering early on Wednesday. We shall bring down with us…

Scan050 Confirming a convenient arrival day for a visit to West Wittering.
View original record To R. from Hs. X1698 Hs1/LG9.7.21. X1698 X1775 VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. Mr. Wormald has received P.C. stating that it will convenient for us to arrive on Wednesday. hs.

Scan051 Short memo confirming arrangements for a visit to West Wittering with Mr. Hives.
View original record To ~~WOR.~~ from R. Copy to BS. [Handwritten initial] X1698 R4/G3/9./9./21. [Stamp: RECEIVED 5 SEP 1921] X1698 RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. RECEIVED I shall be very pleased to see you with Mr. Hives…

Scan052 Arranging a visit to West Wittering and discussing scheduling conflicts.
View original record To HS. from R. ~~Copy to CJ.~~ X.1698 RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. [STAMP: RECEIVED F.C. 4 NOV 21] [HANDWRITTEN: X1698] R7/G3/11/21. It will be quite convenient for you to come on Monday next. If,…

Scan053 Visit to West Wittering with the Goshawk 11 car and updates on engine improvements.
View original record X1698 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. X4329 GOSHAWK 11. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. Hgs/LG15.11.21. X4219 X1698 My. and myself propose coming to W.W. with Goshawk 11. arriving there on Wednesday morning the…

Scan054 Proposal for a visit to West Wittering with the Delage and Goshawk cars for Mr. Royce.
View original record R & try Delage & GII R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. X1698 GOSHAWK II. DELAGE CAR. RE. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. We propose bringing the Delage Car to W.W. next week - we also propose bringing the…

Scan055 Recommending modifications to the 6.EX car with fittings for low-grade petrol and a Goshawk battery ignition for testing in France.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. X3923 X1698 6.EX CAR. X3485 X1698 He5/LG16.1.22. We recommend that we modify 6.EX Car to have all the fittings which have…

Scan056 Confirmation of a telegram regarding a change to a meeting arrangement.
View original record R.R. 235n (200 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/12. ORIGINAL CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM DESPATCHED 18.1.22. WEST WITTERING. 18. 1. 22. ROYCAR.DERBY.. HIVES - NOT CONVENIENT TO COME TO WITTERING…

Scan057 From E. to Hs. regarding Mr. Royce's schedule, the Goshawk project, and travel plans.
View original record To Hs. from E. X1698 X.1698 X.3923. E1/M31.1.22. In reply to your memo. Hs3/LG27.1.22., Mr. Royce will be rather busy this week, as there will be 2 visits on different days. I have taken up the…

Scan058 Arranging a visit to Mr. Royce to discuss the Goshawk II car and a separate EX Car.
View original record E. from Hs. C. to EP. [Strikethrough] [Handwritten] X1698 [Underlined] [Handwritten] X4219 [Strikethrough] [Handwritten] X3923 [Handwritten] X1698 [Underlined] HS3/LG27.1.22. As soon as Mr. Royce is…

Scan059 Confirmation of a wire sent regarding a meeting with Hives and Platford and to bring the Goshawk.
View original record X.1698 CONFIRMATION OF WIRE SENT ON 4.2.22. WEST WITTERING. 4th Feb. 1922. ROYCAR, DERBY. HIVES - SHALL BE GLAD TO SEE PLATFORD AND YOURSELF NEXT WEDNESDAY BRING GOSHAWK AND 6 EX. AS PROPOSED. ROYCE.…

Scan060 Letter concerning a recent send-off, engine performance, and a planned works visit by A.V. Roe representatives.
View original record Chichester. To Mr Hives & Mr Rowledge. I was so sorry that your send off was so tame but thought you should have a good meal & not just afternoon tea. Tell Mr Macdonald the engine seemed to run…

Scan061 On improvements to the Goshawk carburetter and steering, with plans for further modifications to another Goshawk or a 40/50 model.
View original record 2 Which may help the future. The Goshawk carburetter is better & the steering also but slightly heavier. I had a fright about the on an down-job but remembered the 15 miles of your governor pulls…

Scan062 Concerning travel and an office closure.
View original record 31 I hope you & Mr. R. stepper somewhere comfortable on your way home. I did not attempt to go right through. Our office is still closed J. E and all. away till next week when I will write you & R. at…

Scan063 Bringing an alternative 40/50 HP vehicle as the 4-Goshawk-11 will not be ready from the coachbuilders.
View original record X1698 To R. From Hs. c. to E. c. to Da. Hs3/L027.12.22. We propose coming to W.W. arriving Tuesday morning next. We do not think 4-Goshawk-11 will be completed by the Coachbuilders, in that case, we…

Scan064 Telegram from Royce in Chichester postponing a visit regarding the Goshawk project.
View original record R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 X1698 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 3-23 Date: 29-12-22 To: Roycar Derby By: M&A from: Chichester # 2-49 MESSAGE:…

Scan065 Confirmation of a telegram from Royce suggesting a visit postponement to Hives.
View original record H.R. 23a (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2948 X1698 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. WEST WITTERING. 29th December 1922. ROYCAR. DERBY. HIVES - SUGGEST POSTPONING VISIT UNTIL LATER IN WEEK. ROWLEDGE MIGHT…

Scan066 Confirming a telegram about proposed travel and meeting arrangements.
View original record R. C. SJ. Cr. H.J. C. Hs. RECEIVED JAN 1 1923 X 1698 Rg4/W1. 1. 23 I confirm having wired you to-day, as follows:- "HIVES AND SELF PROPOSE TO VISIT YOU "THURSDAY MORNING FOURTH INSTANT". I have made…

Scan067 Short typed reply confirming a convenient meeting time with Mr. Royce.
View original record R.R. 335s (100 T) (S.H. 79s. 10-12-20) G. 2948 X1698 TO RG. & HS. FROM RS. RS1/M.1.23. Replying to your wire of today, it will be quite convenient for Mr. Royce to see you on Thursday next, the 4th…

Scan068 Confirmation of a telegram arranging a convenient meeting time for Hives and Platford.
View original record R.R. 235a (100 T) (S.H 798 10-12-20) G. 2948 X1698 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. WEST WITTERING. 22nd Jan. 1923. ROYCAR. DERBY. QUITE CONVENIENT FOR HIVES AND PLATFORD THURSDAY NEXT. ROYCE. RECEIVED HS…

Scan069 Telegram received by telephone arranging a meeting for Mr. Royce with Hives, Platford and Johnson.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 2-51 Date 24-1-23 To Roycars Derby By Mc & A from Chichester 2-30 Mr Royce expecting Hives & Platford tomorrow Thursday after lunch…

Scan070 Telegram from Mr. Royce arranging a meeting with Mr. Johnston.
View original record POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. CONFIRMATION stamp. Reference: X1698. No. of Telegram: 55. Office Stamp: DERBY 26 JA 23. Sent: 2-5 M. To: 1-32 P. By: WJ. This Form must accompany any inquiry respecting this…

Scan071 Telegram from Royce arranging a meeting for Hives and Platford.
View original record To: Roycar Derby. Will Hives and Platford please be here tomorrow thursday to see C.J. and B.J. Royce

Scan072 Delivery of the 'Goshawk 1' car and arranging a subsequent meeting.
View original record To R. from Hs. X1698 Hs2/LG9.2.23. COSHAWK 1. X1698 We expect to have this car ready at the end of next week. Unless anything unforeseen happens to it, I shall arrive at W.W. with it on Friday morning…

Scan073 Confirmation of a telegram from Royce to Hives, suggesting a meeting with Mr. Rowledge.
View original record R.R. 295A (100 T) (S.H. 159. 11-8-20) G. 2800 X1698 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. HS ROYCAR. DERBY. WEST WITTERING. 12th. Feb. 1923. REC'D FEB 13 1923 HS HIVES - SUGGEST YOU COME HERE WITH MR. ROWLEDGE ON…

Scan074 Telegram from Royce to Hives arranging a meeting to see the Goshawk platform.
View original record Roycar Derby. Hives shall be glad to see platform and yourself next wedy bring Goshawk and G Ex as proposed. Royce.

Scan075 Secret memo from EFC to E. arranging a meeting in Abingdon to discuss dynamos and motors.
View original record X1698 To E. from EFC. S E C R E T --------- E.A.C. EFC1/T26.3.23. RE DYNAMO & MOTOR ----------------- I notice you said in your E1/M28.2.23 that R. thought it advisable for me to come to W.W. to see…

Scan076 Telegram received by telephone from Chichester regarding a memo and a delayed meeting.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Handwritten Ref: X.1698? Time Received: 3-30 Date: 25.3.23 To: Raypar Derby By: B&A from: Chichester 2-54 Message Body: Clerk re your memo E.G. /…

Scan077 From 'R' to 'Hs' arranging a visit and the replacement of a Goshawk car body.
View original record To Hs. from R. X-1766 (struck through) X1698 R2/M24.5.23. We are expecting you here any time now, and possibly Rg. wishes to come as soon as convenient. Perhaps you could see him and arrange…

Scan078 Letter proposing a visit to West Wittering, discussing a 50-hour test on a Condor engine and work on a Goshawk car.
View original record V1698 R. from Hs. Hs3/LG26.5.23. RE. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. If it is convenient to you, we would prefer to make our visit to W.W. on June the 4th. or 5th. We are hoping to start on a 50 hours test…

Scan079 Postponing a visit with Mr. Royce and suggesting alternative arrangements.
View original record To Hs. from Rs. c. to Rg. X.1698 Rsl/M28.5.23. RE. VISIT TO WW. X.1698. Replying to your Hs3/LG26.5.23., Mr. Royce cannot see you next week as he will be in town. He suggests you postpone your visit…

Scan080 Post office telegram confirming a convenient time for a visit.
View original record CONFIRMATION POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS Reference: X1658 No. of Telegram: 41 Sent: 120 M. To: 1320 M. Office Stamp: DERBY JU 16 23 Prefix: Cg Handed in at: 11-36 M. Office of Origin and Service…

Scan081 The readiness and specifications of car 4-Goshawk-11.
View original record To R, from Hs. c. to CJ. X.1698 Hs3/LG/11.9.23. 4-Goshawk-11. The above car will be ready to bring to WW. at the end of this week. If convenient to you we propose bringing this car to WW - arriving on…

Scan082 Short typed memo arranging to accompany someone on a visit.
View original record R. o.w. c.H. c. Hs. x1698 Rg1/W12. 9. 23 I understand Hs. is visiting you early next week, and I am arranging to accompany him unless I hear from you that it is inconvenient. Rg.

Scan083 Proposal for a meeting to discuss a research programme and sketches for a proposed aero engine.
View original record R. (struck through) C. CJ. (struck through) C. WJ. (struck through) C. Hs. (struck through) M698 Rg2/W12. 10. 23 Hs. and myself propose to come down to see you on Tuesday, 23rd. inst., if this will be…

Scan084 Outlining plans for a visit to West Wittering with two 40/50 HP cars, one of which will be fitted with an EAC-1 engine.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Da. c. to E. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. We shall arrive at WW. with two 40/50 HP. cars on sunday morning. One of the cars will be fitted with EAC-1 engine. Hs. Handwritten…

Scan085 Staff visits between W.W. and Derby.
View original record X.1698. To CJ. BJ. FROM R. c. to RG. BY. HS. R6/M13.12.24. RE. VISITS BETWEEN WW. & DERBY. While I am away I think it will be better for E. and DA. to visit Derby as often as they think fit. It will…

Scan086 Confirmation of a wire (telegram) about arranging a car delivery to West Wittering.
View original record X1698 CONFIRMATION OF WIRE. WEST WITTERING. 2. 1. 25. HIVES. ROYCAR. DERBY. CONSIDER VISIT TO DERBY IMMEDIATELY WOULD MUCH DELAY PRESENT URGENT WORK SHOULD PREFER CAR TO BE SENT HERE WITH DRIVER EARLY…

Scan087 Telegraph message requesting a car be sent for urgent work, instead of a visit.
View original record Hives Roycar Derby / Consider visit to Derby immediately would much delay present urgent work should prefer car to be sent here with driver Early next week letter in post explaining Day

Scan088 Brief typed memorandum from R. to HS. regarding rescheduling a visit to WW.
View original record TO HS. FROM R. X16988 R2/14.5.25. re. VISIT TO WW. I shall expect you here on Friday next as I shall not be at WW. on Thursday. R.

Scan089 Secret memorandum arranging a test drive for the 'India' car fitted with 4-wheel brakes.
View original record To B.J. from Hs. SECRET. INDIA. Hs5/LG5.5.25. Handwritten Annotations: X1698, 5770 We have heard from R. that he will not be at W.W. on Thursday and asks us to make our visit on Friday the 8th.inst.…

Scan090 Proposing a visit to West Wittering to demonstrate experiments related to steering wobbles.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. c. to Wor. [Handwritten Notes Top Right] 40/50 46 PK 98 NK Hs5/LG28. 8.25. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. [Handwritten Notes Center] X1698 Y457 We…

Scan091 Wire confirmation from Royce to Hives regarding travel arrangements for an experimental car.
View original record X1698 CONFIRMATION OF WIRE. WEST WITTERING. 2/9/25. HIVES. ROYCAR. DERBY. COME ON EXPERIMENTAL CAR TOMORROW. MY CAR CAN COME LATER. ROYCE.

Scan092 Proposing a visit to West Wittering to deliver Eagle XVI parts.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to RG. E. c. to BA. Wor. X1698 Hs5/LG8.12.25. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. FH16 We propose coming to WW. next week, arriving on Thursday morning the 17th. Dec. unless it is…

Scan093 Telegram about issues with an Eagle Sixteen engine and a Twenty car, recommending a visit to Derby.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RR 144A (908KS.) (DR 914 6-5-25) MP 317354. X1098. By: Cl. Date: 6/2/26. To: Elmstead West Wittering. FROM: Hives. Message: Recommend you visit Derby…

Scan094 From DA to HS regarding a proposed visit to Derby.
View original record TO HS. FROM DA. V/1698 DA2/M12.2.26. re. PROPOSED VISIT TO DERBY. We (E. and I) propose to come to Derby on Monday the 15th inst. The precise time we will let you know by wire if necessary. DA.

Scan095 Short typed memo from R. arranging a visit for the following Thursday.
View original record TO WOR. (crossed out) ) FROM R. HS. ) ORIGINAL (stamped) X1698 (handwritten, crossed out) RS/M/24.6.26. re. VISIT TO WW. X1698 (handwritten, crossed out) I shall be glad to see you here on Thursday…

Scan096 Proposing a visit to West Wittering with essential pieces of a Curtis aero engine.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. If convenient to you, we propose coming to WW. on Tuesday the 17th. arriving there on Tuesday morning. We will bring with us the…

Scan097 Short typed memo confirming the date for a visit with Mr. Royce.
View original record TO HS. FROM RS. X1698 RS2/M12.8.26. Mr. Royce says that the proposed date of your visit to WW. - viz: Tuesday the 17th. - will be quite convenient to him. RS. DICKINSON BOND

Scan098 Proposing a visit to discuss high-speed vibration tests on a 20 HP engine.
View original record X1698 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. Hsl/LG2. 9.26. VISIT TO WW. X634 We propose visiting WW. on Tuesday next the 7th. unless we hear from you that it is not convenient. We…

Scan099 Confirming a visit to West Wittering and detailing the vehicles and parts to be brought.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. BJ. Wor. c. E. Da. c. RG. X1698 Hsl/T19.10.26. RE VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. X1698 X3588 Rm. and myself propose coming to W.W. on Wednesday next unless we hear that this is…

Scan100 Short memo regarding a proposed visit to West Wittering.
View original record X 1698 B.C. [Struck through] c. Hs. RgS/LW.21. 10. 26 VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. I propose to accompany Hs. when he comes to West Wittering on Wednesday next. Rg. Hs RECEIVED Hs OCT 21 1926

Scan101 Arranging a visit to discuss the sequence starter and battery ignition points.
View original record TO EFC. FROM R. Copy to HS X7698 R1/M3.5.27. VISIT TO WW. I shall be glad if you can arrange to come to WW. and see me, on Tuesday or Thursday of next week, the 10th. or 12th. inst. It is possible HS.…

Scan102 Proposing a visit to West Wittering to deliver parts of F.10 which have completed type testing.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. RG. c. to Wor. X1698 Hs5/LG3.5.27. VISIT TO WW. X1698/X3196 If convenient to you we propose coming to West Wittering arriving Wednesday next. We will bring some of the parts…

Scan103 Final arrangements for the Karachi flight, including a full load take-off test, and postponing a visit.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to Wor. X1698 Hs2/LG7.5.27. VISIT TO WW. X1698 X3284 We have received your wire asking that we arrive at WW. on Thursday the [strikethrough] 12th. We have made arrangements to go to…

Scan104 Short typed memo from EFC to R. regarding a change of travel plans for a visit.
View original record To R. from EFC. c. BJ. M1698 EFC4/T9.5.27. Concerning my visit to you this week Mr. Hives has informed me that he will not now be coming, but that I may come by car. My plan, therefore, will be to go…

Scan105 Short memorandum confirming arrangements for a visit to West Wittering.
View original record Rg. [redacted] Hs. V1698 Rg5/LW.13. 5. 27 VISIT TO WEST WITTERING Confirming telephone conversation this afternoon, Hs. and myself will be visiting you on Tuesday next, the 17th. I understand this…

Scan106 Short memo confirming a visit for Tuesday the 17th.
View original record TO HS. FROM R. Copy to RG V1698 R2/M13.5.27. VISIT TO WW. I shall hope to see you here on Tuesday next, the 17th inst. R.

Scan107 Confirmation of a telegram from Royce to Rowledge and Hives regarding a meeting to discuss chassis problems.
View original record CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. X1698 COPY TO RG. COPY TO HS.✓ WW. 14.5.27. [STAMPED: 1804] ROWLEDGE HIVES. ROYCAR. DERBY. ROWLEDGE COME WW. FOLLOWING TUESDAY TWENTYFOURTH HIVES THIS TUESDAY SEVENTEENTH…

Scan108 From Hs. to R. proposing a visit to WN. on Wednesday the 6th.
View original record To R. From Hs. c.c. to BJ. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to RG. X1698 Hs4/LGL.7.27. VISIT TO WN. We propose coming to WN., arriving Wednesday morning the 6th., unless we hear that it is inconvenient to you. Hs.

Scan109 From R. to RG. arranging a visit to WW. to discuss final engine design points.
View original record To RG. from R. c. to Hs. X1698 R2/M15.7.28. VISIT TO WW. X.1698 X.2993 X.4550 X.3819 Tuesday next the 19th. inst. will suit me very well for your visit. I think Hs. ought to come also. We want to…

Scan110 Arranging a visit for the following Thursday.
View original record R. C. B. Hs. X1698 Rg5/L.W.22.8.27 I am arranging to accompany Hs. to visit you on Thursday next unless I hear that this is inconvenient to you. Rg.

Scan111 Proposing a visit to discuss oil cooling of the F engine.
View original record To R. from Rg. c.c. BJ. Wor. Hs. X1698 Rg4/LW.21.9.27 Hs. and myself propose to visit you on Tuesday next to discuss various matters, particularly the oil cooling of the F. engine. We trust this will…

Scan112 Brief typed memorandum confirming arrangements for a visit to WW.
View original record RG.) FROM R. HS.) ONX1698 R3/M21.10.27. VISIT TO WW. Wednesday next, the 26th inst., will be quite OK. for you to come to WW. R.

Scan113 Short internal memo arranging a visit to 'WW'.
View original record X1698 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. RG. c. to DA. E. VISIT TO WW. Unless we hear that it is inconvenient, RG. and myself propose to visit WW on Wednesday next the 7th. inst. Hs. Hs4/LG2.12.27.

Scan114 From 'R.' arranging a visit with W.W. for the following week, suggesting Tuesday or Wednesday.
View original record RG.) [Struck Through] FROM R. HS.) [Struck Through] V1698 R9/M2.12.27. I shall be glad if you will inform me whether you are likely to be visiting W.W. next week. So far as I know at the moment…

Scan115 Arranging a visit to West Wittering and the transport of an 'H' engine.
View original record Hs. To R. from Rg. c. BJ. Wor. Hs. X1698 Rg5/LW.5. 12. 12. 27 In reply to your R9/M2. 12. 27, Hs. and myself have arranged to visit West Wittering on Wednesday, as you will now have seen from Mr.…

Scan116 Short memo confirming a proposed visit to 'WW' by 'RG' and 'Hs'.
View original record To R. from Hs. c.c. to BJ. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to RG. X16988 HsL/LGL.12.5.28. VISIT TO WW. RG. and myself propose to visit WW. on Tuesday next the 15th. inst. Unless we hear from you to the contrary we…

Scan117 Arranging the inspection of H. engine parts at West Wittering and coordinating travel with Major Bulman.
View original record R. Rd. PY. Pl. Hs. c. to Wor. HS X1698 Rg4/W.1. 6. 28 I received your wire agreeing to Tuesday week for us to bring down H. engine parts for you to inspect at West Wittering. I got through to Major…

Scan118 Relaying a telegram about an agreement to patent a steam separator and arrange a visit.
View original record BY Hs. Lr. c. Wor. X1698 Rg3/LW.1. 6. 28 We have just received the following telegram from R:- "R. AGREES PATENTING STEAM SEPARATOR, ALSO TUESDAY WEEK FOR VISIT." Rg. RECEIVED JUN 1928

Scan119 Confirming a contract for 80 engines with the Air Ministry and arranging a follow-up meeting.
View original record To R. from Rg. c.c. BJ FL. Hs. X1698 Rg3/L.W.8. 6. 28 I was at the Air Ministry yesterday, and we obtained a letter from them agreeing in detail to all the various points on the 80 engines we are…

Scan120 Confirming the delivery schedule for a 20 HP car.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. X1698 Hsl/LG25.7.28. 20 HP. CAR FOR R. 12-G-4. X57770 We anticipate delivering this car to WW. on Sunday the 29th.inst. We expect to arrive at WW.…

Scan121 Confirmation of a wire message arranging a meeting.
View original record Copy to RG. Copy to HS. CONFIRMATION OF WIRE. X1698 WW. 13. 8. 28. ROWLEDGE. ROYCAR. DERBY. CAN SEE YOU AND HIVES FRIDAY SEVENTEENTH. ROYCE.

Scan122 Short typed memo confirming an arranged visit in response to a wire.
View original record X1698 To R. From Rg. C. BJ. Wor. Hs. Rg8/LW.13. 8. 28 We are in receipt of your wire of to-day's date. Mr. Hives and myself will visit you on Friday as arranged. Rg.

Scan123 Urgent meeting and for the attached correspondence to be passed on.
View original record X1696 To Hs. from Wor. ~~" " " "~~ Wor4/T.24.9.28. ---------------- Re attached correspondence. Will you please note, and I would like to see you both on Tuesday morning before Hs. goes down to WW.,…

Scan124 Confirming a visit to WW for Mr. Royce, also requesting the presence of HS.
View original record FROM E. Copy to HS. X1698 VISIT TO WW. E1/M23.10.28. Kindly note that Mr. Royce will expect you down here next Tuesday the 30th inst. as suggested. He would also like to see HS. E. Pompons compared…

Scan125 Typed memo proposing a visit for the following Wednesday.
View original record Hs. X1698 To R. From Rg. c. BJ. Wor. Hs. Rg2/LW.22. 9. 28 Mr. Hives and myself propose to visit you on Wednesday next unless we hear from you that that day will be inconvenient. Rg.

Scan126 Telegram from Royce to Hives arranging to meet.
View original record POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Telegrams for INLAND addresses may be handed to the messenger who delivers this form. The Post Office accepts telegrams by telephone. Handwritten reference: X1698. Office…

Scan127 Telegram from Elliott arranging a visit to West Wittering for after Thursday May second.
View original record POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Telegrams for INLAND addresses may be handed to the messenger who delivers this form. The Post Office accepts telegrams by telephone. Office Stamp: DERBY 30APR29 Handwritten…

Scan128 Confirmation of a telegram sent to arrange an upcoming visit.
View original record V1688 To R. from Rg. C. Eg. for ref. c. Hs. Rg2/LW.2. 5. 29 We confirm having to-day sent you the following telegram:- *HIVES AND ROWLEDGE WILL VISIT YOU TUESDAY MAY SEVENTH, ROWLEDGE." Rg.

Scan129 Brief typed memo with handwritten amendments arranging a visit.
View original record To R. From Rg. c. Sg. Wor. [text struck through] Hs. [text circled] X1698 ? [handwritten] Rg3/LW.20. 6. 29 Tuesday [handwritten, struck through] Hs. and myself propose to visit you on Wednesday…

Scan130 Short memo proposing a visit for the following Tuesday.
View original record X1648. To R. From S U. to Sgg or to Mr Low c. to Hs. RECEIVED Rg6/LW.15. 10. 29 Hs. and myself propose to visit you on Tuesday next if this is convenient to you. Rg.

Scan131 Confirming a visit is rescheduled from Tuesday to Wednesday the 23rd.
View original record X1698. To R. from Rg. c. Sg. Wcr. Hs. Rg4/LW.19. 10. 29 Confirming telephone conversation this morning, Mr. Hives and myself will visit you on Wednesday, the 23rd, instead of Tuesday. Mr. Olley and…

Scan132 Discussions from a visit to West Wittering regarding gas starter distributors and crankcase strength for F and H type engines.
View original record X1698 To H. from Rr. c.c. Sg. Hives by Hs. G. C. By. dr. RG/LW.7. 11. 29 VISIT TO WEST WITTERING, TUESDAY, 5.11.29. We confirm various points discussed with R. during the above visit. A revised scheme…

Scan133 Engine distribution, gear rattles, airscrew vibration, and combustion space design.
View original record RgS/LW.7.11.29 - 2 - that should also apply to the F. engine at our earliest convenience. The question of the distribution on the super-charged engines, particularly the moderate type, was discussed,…

Scan134 Confirmation of expected arrival with a second L.H. P.2. chassis.
View original record RRAI file X1698 Hs. from R. R5/M9.7.30. X1698 87772 We are expecting you at WW. on Tuesday next, the 15th inst. with the second L.H. P.2. chassis. R.

Scan135 Proposing a visit to fit an anti-spilling scheme and shutters to a left-hand car.
View original record r 1698 To R. From Hs. c. to SE. c. to Wor. Hs.4/MJ. 23.9.30. As we have Capt. Forsyth at Derby tomorrow and Sg. is coming on Thursday, we propose visiting W.W. on Tuesday next if convenient to you. We…

Scan136 Outlining a planned visit to W.W. with a 25 HP car for a 10,000-mile test and a Phantom.
View original record To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to E. 81698. Hs.3/AJ.24.10.30. VISIT TO W.W. We propose coming to W.W. on Tuesday the 28th. and go direct from there to Southampton early on Wednesday morning. We…

Scan137 Proposing a meeting with ACL to discuss tests on cylinders.
View original record To R. From Hs/Rm. 81698. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.22.11.30. We are proposing to bring ACL. to W.W. on Tuesday to discuss the various tests on cylinders etc. Hs/Rm. ACL = hon Lor - Deputy Director of Engineering 71…

Scan138 Planned visit to West Wittering to discuss engine specifications and shock absorber designs for future models.
View original record To Mr. Sc. (crossed out) From Hs. over to W.Dr. (crossed out) γ 1698. Ref Spectre (PIII prototype) design by R! Hs.3/MJ.17.10.32. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. We endeavoured to go down and see R. at W.W.…

Scan139 Future design improvements, including hydraulic dampers, independently sprung wheels, and a silent second gear scheme.
View original record -2- Hs.3/MJ.17.10.32. Cont'd. The point therefore we wish to get R's. agreement with is that we can start off with the hand controlled damper of the latest type at the first stage, and have the…

Scan140 Typed memo regarding a visit to West Wittering, shock absorbers, and a questionnaire about the 'Spectre'.
View original record X1698 To Hs. from Sg. re Visit to West Wittering. Sg1/E18.10.32 Copy to Wor. Thanks for Hs.3/MJ.17.10.32. I am pleased to hear that you are going down this week-end and hope you will have a successful…

Scan141 Visit to 'R' to discuss developments in steering, suspension, gearboxes, and dampers.
View original record 81698. To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.15/MJ.9.12.32. Rm. and myself went to West Wittering on Wednesday to see R. arising out of a message we received from Miss Aubin that he would like to see me. R.…

Scan142 Follow-up note regarding a visit to 'R.' and breaking the ice about Marles Weller Steering.
View original record To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wop. 81698 Sg14/E12.12.32 Thanks very much for Hs.15/MJ.9.12.32. I was pleased to hear the result of your visit to R. and also to know that you found him looking very much…

Scan143 Coordinating visits and meetings in Derby, Brighton, and Olympia.
View original record To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. PER BAG. 81698. Hs.3/MJ.19.10.32. Owing to Mr. Pye coming to Derby on Thursday we have arranged with R. to make our visit to W.W. on Friday. We have got in touch with E. who…

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