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scan0001 Proposal to issue a specification for the fitting of radio sets to R.R. and Bentley chassis, requesting comments and drawings.
View original record By. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.1.5.35. We propose to issue the attached specification for the fitting of radio sets to R.R. and Bentley chassis. Before doing so we should value your comments on the…

scan0002 Request to arrange the fitting of a Philips car radio set into a demonstration or inspector's car for testing.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. c. to H. V6153. Hs/Wst.2/MA.2.5.35. We have a Philips car radio set which we are anxious to have tried out. Can you arrange for it to be fitted to one of the demonstration or…

scan0003 Promotional letter from Philco announcing the new 806T car radio receiver and its fitting options.
View original record V6153. PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS CAR RADIO DIVISION. AINTREE ROAD, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - -…

scan0004 Sales letter from Philco detailing the features and price of the 806T Model car radio for 12-Volt cars.
View original record 2 The other amazing new Features are -- THE 806T MODEL (12-Volt Cars) All electric, Single Unit, Superheterodyne, 6 Philco High Efficiency Valves. Improved Automatic Volume Control. Full Range Tone…

scan0005 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd. (EKCO) regarding the inter-connections for car radio equipment on an experimental 40/50 chassis.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0006 Philips Radio, acknowledging a query and promising a follow-up.
View original record WST x6153. S/W. Hs/Wst. Philips Radio. Hs/Wst2/MA2.5.36. Cx1/KW8.5.35. Dict.7.5.35. Thanks for your memo. I will write you shortly re this, as I cannot at the moment detail any particular car for this…

scan0007 Specifications and procedures for fitting radio sets to cars.
View original record Hs/Wst. C. BY/RD. WST V6153. BY. 2/G.7.5.35. SPECIFICATION FOR FITTING RADIO SETS TO RR. CARS. ------------------------------------------ We have examined the specification referred to above,…

scan0008 Letter to E.K. Cole Ltd. regarding issues with a car radio set in a 40/50 Experimental Car, including an uncalibrated tuning dial and a missing nut on the lock switch.
View original record 86153. Hs/Wst.4/MA. 8th May, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, We find that the tuning dial on the car radio set installed in our…

scan0009 Announcing the completion of a comprehensive specification for installing radio receivers on R.R. & Bentley Chassis.
View original record Y6153 JLE. From Hs/Wst. c. to LA. Hs/Wst.1/MA.8.5.35. Re. CAR RADIO SETS. We have now been in communication with all the principle car radio people with the result that we have completed a…

scan0010 Letter arranging a meeting with Mr. Dyson of Erie Resistor, Ltd. at the Bentley Motors Service Station.
View original record X6153 Hs/Wst.6/MA. 9th May, 1935. Messrs.Erie Resistor, Ltd., Carlisle Road, The Hyde, Hendon, London, N.W.9. For the attention of Mr.Dyson. Dear Sir, The undersigned will be at the Bentley Motors…

scan0011 Letter to E.K.Cole Ltd. regarding insufficiently insulated metal braided cable on an experimental chassis.
View original record V6153 Hs/Wst.8/MA. 9th May, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, Southend-on-sea. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, The metal braided cable which has been used for the internal body…

scan0012 Letter from EKCO regarding body wiring and shielding principles on a Park Ward 40/50 HP chassis.
View original record /6153. W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE…

scan0013 Letter from a Car Radio Engineer at E.K. Cole Ltd. concerning twin shielded wiring.
View original record - 2 - Rolls Royce Ltd., has been explained to Park Wards. Yours faithfully, For and on behalf of E.K. Cole Ltd., [Signature] Rex Cowley CAR RADIO ENGINEER. We are of course quite prepared to use twin…

scan0014 Letter from EKCO regarding a car radio calibration issue and a lost part for an experimental 40/50 car.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0015 Requesting comments on an attached letter from the S.M.M.T. regarding car radios.
View original record V6153. S/W Wst.....from C. C17/C13.5.35 CAR RADIO ------- WST With reference to the attached letter from the S.M.M.T. will you please let me know if you have any comments to make on this. C.

scan0016 Internal request to order condensers from E.K. Cole Ltd. for radio noise suppression.
View original record 86153 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.13.5.35. Please order for us from Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., 4 .5 m.f. paper dielectric circular condensers in metal case suitable for electrical noise suppression on…

scan0017 Letter to Messrs. E.K. Cole Ltd. accepting an offer to exchange a car radio receiver unit.
View original record H6153. Hs/Wst.9/MA. 15th May, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. Car Radio. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 11th instant we would very much like to take advantage of…

scan0018 Installation requirements and specifications for car radios.
View original record V6153 C. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.16.5.35. CAR RADIO. Replying to your C.17/C.13.5.35., and the attached correspondence, our views are that car radio sets should be wired in all cases through a light…

scan0019 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd. regarding a replacement radio receiver unit, an inter-connecting cable, and a body wiring error.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0020 Letter to E.K.Cole Ltd. regarding an article on Car Radio Aerials.
View original record Y6113. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 16th May, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, We have seen a very interesting article on Car Radio Aerials in…

scan0021 Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding the supply of six experimental moving coil instruments for testing.
View original record TELEGRAMS: INLAND. - PIVOTED, SURBITON. FOREIGN. - PIVOTED, SURBITON. CODES. - A.B.C. (4TH EDITION) LIEBERS, MARCONI, BENTLEY'S. TELEPHONES: ELMBRIDGE 6400 & 6401. WESTON ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CO.,…

scan0022 Confirmation letter to Messrs. Erie Resistor, Ltd. regarding drawings for two types of suppressors.
View original record Y6183 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 18th May, 1935. Messrs.Erie Resistor, Ltd., Carlisle Road, The Hyde, Hendon, London, N.W.9. For the attention of Mr.Dyson. Dear Sir, We confirm that you will be sending to us as…

scan0023 Letter requesting drawings of two types of condensers for radio noise suppression.
View original record r 6153 Hs/Wst.2/MA. 18th May, 1935. Messrs. The Telegraph Condenser Co.Ltd., Wales Farm Road, North Acton, London, W.3. Dear Sirs, We confirm that you will be sending us as soon as possible drawings…

scan0024 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd.'s Car Radio Engineer responding to a letter regarding an article in 'Automotive Industries'.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO x6153. TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE…

scan0025 Letter from Erie Resistor Limited regarding blueprints and the supply of suppressors and nuts for a 12-cylinder model.
View original record 86153. Erie Resistor Limited. MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS DIRECTORS: ROD. WEESE, (BRIT.) L. F. CRANE, (U.S.A.) G. F. FRYLING, (U.S.A.) G. R. FRYLING, (U.S.A.) W. H. FRYLING, (U.S.A.) H. G.…

scan0026 Letter from The Telegraph Condenser Company concerning drawings and temperature suitability of condensers.
View original record The Telegraph Condenser Company, Limited. V6153. PHONE: ACORN 0061 (6 Lines). GRAMS: 'TELEFARAD, PHONE, LONDON'. CODE: BENTLEY'S. DIRECTORS: LORD EBBISHAM, C.B.E. W. H. F. REEVES. S. G. BROWN, F.R.S.…

scan0027 Return of an Ekco car radio receiver to the manufacturer, E.K. Cole, Ltd.
View original record 6153 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.3/MA.21.5.35. EKCO WIRELESS RECEIVER. We are sending into the stores one Ekco car radio receiver for return to the Makers Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd.,…

scan0028 Superiority of the British Ekco car radio set over Philco and Philips sets.
View original record 16153 Cx. From Hs/Wst. c. to Bly. Hs/Wst.8/MA.21.5.35. CAR RADIO SETS. The Ekco set we have installed on Spectre 3 is undoubtedly the best we have tried and is superior in many respects to the Philco…

scan0029 Letter to British Thomson Houston Co. Ltd. requesting the current capacity of a D type starter switch.
View original record Hs/Wst.5/MA. 21st May, 1935. Messrs.British Thomson Houston Co.Ltd., Alma Street, Coventry. Dear Sirs, With reference to the D type starter switch No.G.16742 sent to us as a sample yesterday, will you…

scan0030 Letter to E.K.Cole, Ltd. providing feedback and criticism on an Ekco car radio set tested in an experimental 40/50 chassis.
View original record x6153. Hs/Wat.6/MA. 21st May, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sirs, We have now had an opportunity of testing out the Ekco car radio…

scan0031 The second page of a letter regarding ongoing tests and a recommendation to the Sales Dept for R.R. and Bentley customers.
View original record -2- We are continuing our tests and will let you have further news of the set's performance later. In the meantime we are advising our Sales Dept., that this is the set we should recommend to R.R. and…

scan0032 Letter from Erie Resistor Limited enclosing a blueprint for an assembly Suppressor Type L.2.
View original record Erie Resistor Limited. 86153 Manufacturers HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS DIRECTORS: ROD. WEESE, (BRIT.) L. F. CRANE, (BRIT.)(U.S.A.) G. P. FRYLING, (U.S.A.) G. R. FRYLING, (U.S.A.) W. H. FRYLING, (U.S.A.)…

scan0033 Specification for fitting car radio sets to cars.
View original record 86153 By. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.23.5.35. SPECIFICATION FOR FITTING CAR RADIO SETS TO R.R. CARS. Replying to your By.2/G.7.5.35., we are in agreement with your proposals and with reference to…

scan0034 General notes and instructions regarding the installation of radio receiving sets on chassis.
View original record GENERAL NOTES AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE INSTALLATION OF RADIO RECEIVING SETS ON ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CHASSIS. (1) Connection of set to car electrical system. The negative supply to the set is…

scan0035 Instructions for fitting condensers and suppressors to reduce electrical interference on various chassis.
View original record -2- (c) On certain types of bodies, interference may arise due to the body wiring. Where this is apparent a condenser may be fitted to the bottom terminal of No.6 fuse or the accessory fuses as the…

scan0036 Specifications for electrical suppressors, fittings, and condensers for R.R. and Bentley chassis.
View original record -3- The resistance of each of these suppressors should not exceed 10,000 ohms and the general outline should conform to drawings attached. These suppores can be obtained from Erie Resistor, Ltd.,…

scan0037 Letter from radio manufacturer E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) responding to feedback on their car radio equipment.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO 86153. TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE…

scan0038 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd. concerning car radio equipment, aerial system drawings, and publicity authorization.
View original record - 2 - Rolls Royce Ltd., our present models, but will augment the range. We note your remarks regarding the aerial system and screened wiring, and are having drawings prepared which we will send you in…

scan0039 Noise interference issues with Ekco and Philco car radio sets and the role of suppressors.
View original record S/W. Wst. Car Radio Sets. Hs/Wst.8/MA21.5.35. r6153 WST Cx17/KW27.5.35. I spoke to Sg about this, and he was a little puzzled to know what to think in view of the fact that he understood from Dodds…

scan0040 The fitting of Ekco car radios into Olympia Spectre models.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hn. 16153. Hs/Wst.4/MA.27.5.35. CAR RADIO. We presume that you will be fitting up some of the Olympia Spectre's with Ekco radio in view of our recommendation. In this event will…

scan0041 The recommendation and publicity of E.K. Cole Ltd. car radios.
View original record C. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.27.5.35. +G153. CAR RADIO. The following is an extract from a letter received from Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., "We are pleased to note that you are advising your Sales…

scan0042 Request to arrange for a radio receiving set licence for a radio set fitted to the Spectre 3 chassis.
View original record 16153 D/L. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.27.5.35. Will you please arrange to take out a radio receiving set licence for the radio set fitted to Spectre 3 chassis in the Experimental Dept. Hs/Wst.

scan0043 Fitting new wireless suppressers to a 3 1/2-litre Bentley for H.R.H. The Duke of Kent.
View original record WST rl6153 Hs/Wst. K/KC/DPB/28.5.35. WIRELESS INSTALLATIONS, 3 1/2-LITRE BENTLEY. SUPPRESSERS. ------------------- We are returning to you under cover of our advice note No.4138, marked for your…

scan0044 The requirement for wireless receiving set licenses for specific chassis.
View original record 1683. Hs/FD. From Hs/Wst. c. to D/L. Hs/Wst.4/MA.30.5.35. SPECTRE WIRELESS SETS. Will you please note wireless receiving set licences will be requiredfor chassis 2SI and 3 SI and should be applied for…

scan0045 Request to obtain a wireless licence for two specific vehicle chassis.
View original record B/L c. to Hs/Wst. 16153 Hs/FD.11/KW.31.5.35. Car Wireless Sets. Will you please take out a wireless licence for chassis 2-S-1, Registration No. 114-CH, and for chassis 3-S-1, " " 052-CH. Hs/F.Dodd.

scan0046 Logistics of replacing a Philco car radio set with an Ekco set for a client.
View original record WST r6153. S/W. Wst. re- Car Radio Sets. Hs/Wst.1/MA28.5.35. Cx22/KW31.5.35. I have spoken to Sg.again about this,and he is in the circumstances quite agreeable to trying the Ekco set on his car.…

scan0047 Communication regarding the non-recommendation of car radios from E.K.Cole Ltd. for their vehicles.
View original record S/W Hs/Wst WST 16153. C7/C5.6.35 CAR RADIO. Hs/Wst5/MA27.5.35 ------------ We note extract from letter you have received from Messrs. E.K.Cole Ltd., and we regret we are unable to agree to their…

scan0048 Correspondence regarding a delay in fitting a radio set to car GAE.19.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. r6153. Hs/Wst.1/MA.5.6.35. Re. C's Car GAE.19. We regret that it will be impossible to fit the radio set in the above car before Whitsun when, we presume, C. will want the car…

scan0049 Letter to E.K.Cole Ltd. denying permission to use the company name in their car radio publicity.
View original record 16153 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 6th June, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, Southend-on-sea. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, With further reference to your letter enquiring whether we could…

scan0050 Stating that cars at Olympia will not be equipped with wireless (radio) due to a lack of demand.
View original record WST 6153 S/W. Hs/Wst. re- Car Radio. Cx3/W.7.6.35. In reply to Hs/Wst.4/MA27.5.35, we are not proposing to equip any cars at Olympia with wireless this year. There does not appear to be a sufficient…

scan0051 Letter from EKCO regarding the fitting and advertising of their car radios in Rolls-Royce vehicles.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC AND BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0052 The dispatch of a Philips car radio set for Mr. Cowen's car, GAE19.
View original record 6153 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.8/MA.14.6.35. Re. PHILIPS CAR RADIO. Will you please despatch to Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., London marked for the attention of their Mr.Gale one…

scan0053 Letter to E.K. Cole Ltd (Ekco) regarding the testing of a car radio on an experimental vehicle and the lack of market demand.
View original record 86153 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 14th June, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the 11th instant we regret that it will…

scan0054 Delayed dispatch of a Philips Radio set.
View original record x6153. Cx. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/MA.14.6.35. Re. PHILIPS RADIO. Due to pressure at this end this set was not sent until to-day. It has now been sent to Mr.Gale at Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., London.…

scan0055 Whereabouts and modification of a radio set for car GAE-19.
View original record 86153 S/W. Hs/Wst. re- C's Car GAE-19. Hs/Wst.1/MA5.6.35. Cxl/KW14.6.35. Dict.13.6.35. I cannot trace that this radio set has yet reached us although you were proposing to send it immediately after…

scan0056 Letter from Philco regarding fitting options for the 806T car radio.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD CAR RADIO DIVISION. AINTREE ROAD, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone ------…

scan0057 Logistics of replacing a car radio in Sg's car with an Ekco set.
View original record A6153 S/W. Hs/Wst. re- Car Radio - Sg's Car. Cx8/KW 17.6.35. Will you please let me know what you are arranging about the fitting of the Ekco set to this car in place of the one at present fitted,…

scan0058 Request to E.K. Cole Ltd. to supply and fit an Ekco car radio set.
View original record V6153. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 18th June, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, Our Managing Director Mr.A.F.Sidgreaves has decided to have an…

scan0059 Arrangements for fitting a car radio to a vehicle known as SG's car.
View original record 16153 Cx. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.18.6.35. Re. SG's CARRADIO. We have arranged for Sg's car to be fitted with the radio set at Lillie Hall by Messrs.E.K.Cole's engineers by arrangement. When the car…

scan0060 Letter from radio manufacturer EKCO confirming a car radio order and installation arrangements.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0061 Letter from Philips Lamps Ltd. introducing a new flexible under-car aerial, type 4329, for car radio use.
View original record TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS," WESTCENT. LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS, LONDON. Y6153. TELEPHONE No GERRARD No 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE) CODES: UNIVERSAL TRADE, MINERS' & SMELTERS', BENTLEYS COMPLETE…

scan0062 Page 2 of a letter from Philips Lamps Ltd regarding the installation of a car aerial.
View original record - 2 - We urge the use of this aerial wherever a roof aerial cannot be cheaply and easily installed. Yours faithfully, PHILIPS LAMPS LIMITED. [Signature] (R.E.GALE) Car Radio Department.

scan0063 Letter from Ultra Electric Limited requesting electrical specifications for car radio set installation.
View original record PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY, AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEPHONE: ACORN 3434 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) NEAREST STATION: PARK ROYAL TUBE TELEGRAMS: RADWAVES, LONDON ULTRA ELECTRIC…

scan0064 Letter to Ultra Electric, Ltd. regarding the fitting of car radio sets to R.R. & Bentley chassis.
View original record X6153. Hs/Wst.4/MA. 3rd July, 1935. Messrs.Ultra Electric, Ltd., Western Avenue, London, W.3. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 26th ultimo we attach herewith copy of the general notes and…

scan0065 Letter from Ultra Electric Limited regarding the production and descriptive material for their Car Radio Receivers.
View original record PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY, AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS 86183. TELEPHONE: PRIMROSE 3333 (9 LINES) NEAREST STATION: CHALK FARM TUBE TELEGRAMS: RADWAVES, LONDON ULTRA ELECTRIC LIMITED.…

scan0066 Draft instructions for fitting wireless radio sets into cars, covering wiring, aerials, and documentation.
View original record To Hs/Wst. Copy to Hs. E. [text struck through] E/Ev.4/MN.4.7.35. 86153 Re Instructions for Fitting Wireless Sets to our Cars. We thank you for your draft of the proposed instructions for the…

scan0067 Newspaper cutting and clarifying that E.K.Cole wireless sets are not recommended.
View original record WST see me x6153. S/W Wst C10/C5.7.35 CAR RADIO. --------- With reference to C7/C5.6.35, I enclose newspaper cutting from "Wallasey News." I presume you made it clear to Messrs. E.K.Cole that they…

scan0068 Press cutting from the Wallasey News featuring a letter from Philco disputing Ekco's exclusive rights to supply car radios.
View original record RR DURRANT'S PRESS CUTTINGS St. Andrew's House, 32 to 34 Holborn Viaduct, and 3 St. Andrew Street, Holborn Circus, E.C.1. Telephone: CENTRAL 3149. Wallasey News 63 Borough Road, Wallasey. Cutting from…

scan0069 Communication regarding the unauthorized use of the company name by Messrs. E.K. Cole in their publicity.
View original record 86153. C. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.8.7.35. CAR RADIO. Replying to your C.10/C.5.7.35., we definitely made it quite clear to Messrs.E.K.Cole after receiving your previous note that in no circumstances…

scan0070 Car radio and correspondence with E.K.Cole Ltd.
View original record S/W Hs/Wst Y6153. 02/C9.7.35 CAR RADIO. Hs/Wst2/MA8.7.35 We note contents of your memo. and have written Messrs. E.K.Cole Ltd. as attached. WST C.

scan0071 Letter to E.K. Cole Ltd refuting a claim of exclusive rights for providing car radio apparatus.
View original record R1/C9735 9th July 1935. Messrs. E.K.Cole, Ltd., EKco Works, Southend-on-Sea. Dear Sirs, We understand that in "The Wallasey News" of June 22nd the following statement was made:- "The Ekco firm have…

scan0072 The ownership of an Ekco Radio Set and a proposal to fit it to a 40/50 HP car.
View original record S/W (Hs/Wst) WST vL6153. Cx15/ES.9.7.35. re: Ekco Radio Set. I have shown this to Sg. and he does not like it and does not wish to have it fitted to his car. Will you please let me know if this set is…

scan0073 Technical article on a new dipolar antenna for cars with steel roofs.
View original record 530 86153, Car radio Steel Roofs Bring New Antenna Fig. 1—RCA Dipolar antenna under running board [Diagram labels: ADJUSTABLE 2FT TO 3 1/2 FT. ; DISTANCE FROM RUNNING BOARD ADJUSTABLE FROM 2 1/2" TO…

scan0074 Page from an automotive industry publication discussing various production and engineering topics.
View original record 579 PRODUCTION LINES Metal Specials Went through one of the biggest body hardware plants in this industry the other day. It's a revelation to see how they handle the production of sheet metal parts…

scan0075 Article discussing car radio antenna installation problems, focusing on optimizing diameter and placement to maximize signal pickup and minimize ignition interference.
View original record 581 Installation Problems by P. M. Heldt Engineering Editor, Automotive Industries pick-up with reasonable protection against mechanical injury. The next question that arose was with regard to the…

scan0076 Investigation into engine knock characteristics, analysing flame movement and pressure variations using oscillograms.
View original record 582 Engine Knock Characteristic IN the course of an investigation of flame movement within a gasoline engine, conducted in the Mechanical Engineering Laboratory of Stanford University, certain…

scan0077 Specification sheet for a Cadillac Wireless Set (Car Radio) with a 6-volt supply.
View original record Car Radio 76153. 9.7.35. CADILLAC WIRELESS SET. 6 VOLTS SUPPLY. PARTICULARS. Set is 6 valve super-Letrodyne, consisting of 1 radio-frequency valve, 1 intermediate-frequency valve, 2 detector valves,…

scan0078 Car radio bulletin detailing fixes and parts for various models.
View original record CAR RADIO BULLETIN No. 1A. Published by the Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britain Ltd; Perivale; Greenford; Middlesex. MODELS 806 & 806T. In a few of the above models it has been…

scan0079 Fitting of car radios, the quality of British sets, and aerial design challenges.
View original record 16153. Cx. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.10.7.35. Re. CAR RADIO. We regret that Sg. is not interested in the Ekco Set because we do feel that this set is the best British made set. Will you therefore…

scan0080 To order an under-car radio aerial from Philips Lamps.
View original record v6183. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.11.7.35. CAR RADIO AERIAL. Please order for us to order No.54101 one under car aerial type 4329 from Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., Philips House, 145 Charing Cross…

scan0081 Covering note enclosing a letter from Messrs. E.K. Cole regarding a car radio.
View original record S/W Hs/Wst. WST v6183. Ø3/C11.7.35. CAR RADIO. ----- Further to Ø2/C9.7.35, for your information we enclose copy of the letter we have received from Messrs. E.K.Cole. C.

scan0082 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd. clarifying responsibility for an 'over enthusiastic' newspaper article in 'The Wallasey News' regarding their car radio.
View original record COPY E.K.Cole,Ltd., Ekco Works, Southend-on-Sea. 10th July. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 14/15 Conduit Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, We acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 9th inst., and thank you for…

scan0083 Clarifying the status of an Ekco car radio fitting and the availability of other radio sets.
View original record WST x6183. S/W (Wst). Cx5/CP15.7.35. re. Ekco Car Radio. E. K. Cole Ltd in a letter this morning say they have not actually had a Set returned from you for fitting to a car in London, and that the…

scan0084 Fitting of an Ekco car radio and comparing it to a Phillips set.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. 76153. Hs/Wst.1/MA.16.7.35. Re. EKCO CAR RADIO. The only spare set which we understand is available is the set which was ordered for Sg's car and which we understand you are now…

scan0085 Unsuitability of a sample Ekco car radio for installation.
View original record S/W (Hs/Wst. WST 16183. Cx7/ES.18.7.35. re: Ekco Car Radio. The sample receiver which they have sent is quite unsuitable for fitting on the instrument board of an owner driver's car without…

scan0086 Letter to E.K.Cole Ltd. regarding the return of an unsuitable Ekco Car Radio set.
View original record 6153. Hs/Wst.13/MA. 19th July, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of R.I.Cowley, Esq. Dear Sir, We beg to refer you to our letter of the 18th of June,…

scan0087 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) regarding the unsuitability of a car radio receiver and proposing solutions.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO 76153. TELEGRAMS EKCO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE…

scan0088 Page 2 of a letter from E.K.Cole Ltd. to Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, requesting to send an order.
View original record -2- Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. purpose. May we send an order to you for this? Yours faithfully, For and on behalf of E.K.COLE Ltd., N.Rowley CAR RADIO ENGINEER.

scan0089 Requesting a list of 'don'ts' for customers looking to have a wireless set fitted to their cars.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. WST H6183. re- Wireless on Cars. Cx8/KW29.7.35. It would be very helpful if you could give us a few 'dont's' to pass on to customers who write asking us whether they can have a wireless…

scan0090 Letter to E.K. Cole Ltd. regarding a delayed response and the loan of an instrument board for a show.
View original record 16153. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 6th August, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, Owing to the intervention of holidays I regret that your letter…

scan0091 Cover letter for general notes and instructions on installing radio receiving sets on chassis.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. x61853 Hs/Wst.7/MA.6.8.35. Re - Wireless on Cars. With reference to your Cx.8/KW.29.7.35., we attach herewith copy of our general notes and instructions regarding the installation of…

scan0092 General notes and instructions regarding the installation of radio receiving sets on chassis.
View original record GENERAL NOTES AND INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE INSTALLATION OF RADIO RECEIVING SETS ON ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CHASSIS. (1) Connection of set to car electrical system. The negative supply to the set is…

scan0093 Instructions for fitting condensers and suppressors to eliminate electrical interference on various chassis models.
View original record -2- (d) On the Bentley chassis a condenser may be required to eliminate noise emanating from the electric petrol pump. A condenser should then be fitted to the bottom terminal of No.3 fuse. A neat…

scan0094 Requesting the fitting of a new radio aerial to the 'SPECTRE 2' chassis as per drawing EL149.
View original record r6153 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.7.8.35. Re. SPECTRE 2. Will you please have fitted to this chassis whilst it is in the Shop a new radio aerial which you have had made for us to our drawing EL149.…

scan0095 The installation of car radio sets by General Electric Co. and Marconiphone Co.
View original record Hs/Wst. WST r6153 Hn.10/MK. 9.8.35. You have probably heard that the General Electric Co. of Magnet House, Kingsway, W. C. 2, have designed a car radio set and we understand they have already booked…

scan0096 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) regarding an instrument board and switch sent for an exhibition.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director ERIC K. COLE Deputy Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO RIG/JP E.K. COLE LTD EKCO WORKS…

scan0097 Letter to Marconi-Phone Co. Ltd. regarding the installation of radio sets.
View original record V6153 Hs/Wst.3/MA. 10th August, 1935. Messrs.Marconi-Phone, Co.Ltd., 210-212 Tottenham Court Road, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, We understand that you have produced a radio set suitable for fitting to cars…

scan0098 Letter to General Electric Co. Ltd. regarding the installation of their radio sets in Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis.
View original record X6153 Ha/Wst.4/MA. 10th August, 1935. Messrs. General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Moor Street, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We understand that you have produced a radio set suitable for fitting to cars…

scan0099 Letter from The Marconiphone Company regarding car radio installations.
View original record THE MARCONIPHONE COMPANY LIMITED Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed., GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS. Telegraphic Addresses: MARCONIFON, RATH, LONDON. Foreign: MARCONIFON,…

scan0100 Letter discussing a new adjustable car radio aerial designed for mounting under the running boards.
View original record L.A. (At Lillie Hall). From Hs/Wst. 6153. Hs/Wst.6/MJ.14.8.35. I am sending to you by passenger train today the new car radio aerial which we have made up for mounting under one of the running boards.…

scan0101 Requesting the despatch of a car radio aerial, made to drawing EL.149, to Lillie Hall for testing purposes.
View original record To D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. 16153. Hs/Wst.7/MJ.14.8.35. Will you please arrange to despatch to Lillie Hall by passenger train today certain marked for the special attention of Mr. Archer, one…

scan0102 Blueprints for a new car radio aerial, drawing EL149.
View original record Y6153. IA. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.20.8.35. Herewith two blueprints of drg.EL149 illustrating our new car radio aerial. Hs/Wst.

scan0103 Request for particulars and data on car radio sets sent to The General Electric Co. Ltd.
View original record r6153. Exptl. Dept. HS/Wst.11/KW. 29th August,1935. The General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Kingsway, LONDON, W.C.2. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us full particulars and technical data…

scan0104 Letter to The Marconiphone Co. Ltd. requesting technical data on car radio sets.
View original record 6153 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wst.12/KW. 29th August, 1935. The Marconiphone Co.Ltd., Radio House, 210-212, Tottenham Court Rd., LONDON, W.1. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us full particulars and technical…

scan0105 Letter from The General Electric Co., Ltd. regarding a G.E.C. Car Radio enquiry.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M. ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK 86153 Telegraphic Address: ELECTRICITY, WESTCENT, LONDON. Telephone…

scan0106 Letter from The Marconiphone Company Limited regarding a special publication on a Car Radio Receiver.
View original record THE MARCONIPHONE COMPANY LIMITED Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed. GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS. Telegraphic Addresses Inland: MARCONIFON, RATH, LONDON Foreign: MARCONIFON,…

scan0107 Confirming the receipt of 50 copies of prints with instructions about wireless.
View original record r6183. S/W. Hs/Wst. Re- Wireless. Cx6/KW12.9.35. Thanks for your Hs/Wst.3/MAI0.9.35. As a matter of fact these prints came to hand this morning with 50 copies of the instructions about wireless, so…

scan0108 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) regarding a price reduction and promotion of their car radios.
View original record Handwritten: 16153. W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO E. K. COLE LTD EKCO WORKS…

scan0109 Page 2 of a letter from E.K. Cole Ltd.'s Car Radio Engineer concerning the standardization of aerials.
View original record -2- considerable amount of trouble and expense when receivers are fitted after the completion of the car. A number of manufacturers will in all probability standardize aerials in some of their larger…

scan0110 Short memo asking about the trial of a radio aerial sent with Mr. Archer.
View original record 16153. JLE. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.12.9.35. Have you yet had an opportunity of trying out the radio aerial I sent down to you with Mr.Archer. Hs/Wst.

scan0111 Solution for wireless interference on a Bentley B-25-EJ chassis.
View original record Hs/Wst 16153 EP13/MH.16.9.35 re WIRELESS INTERFERENCE - BENTLEY CARS (B-25-EJ) With reference to the complaint we had some time ago with the above chassis suffering from interference when using the…

scan0112 Not providing brackets for the wireless set on the dashboard.
View original record To WST. PH III rL0153. We are not going to provide for brackets on the dashboard for the wireless. Will you please bolt on the set as you wish. JNR 18/9/35

scan0113 Letter from Marconi's Wireless Telegraph Co. acknowledging receipt of information regarding aircraft engine-driven generator drives.
View original record v6153. MARCONI'S WIRELESS TELEGRAPH CO., LTD. Head Office: MARCONI OFFICES, VICTORIA EMBANKMENT, LONDON, W.C.2. Telegraphic Address: Inland: "EXPANSE ESTRAND LONDON" Foreign: "EXPANSE LONDON" Codes…

scan0114 Letter from Philips Lamps Limited's Radio Department responding to a service request and arranging a meeting.
View original record TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. DIRECTORS: DR. A. F. PHILIPS, (DUTCH) L. G. SLOAN J.P., (BRITISH) G. J. POWELL, (BRITISH) SIR W. HORWOOD, G.B.E., K.C.B.,…

scan0115 Letter to Philips Lamps Ltd. regarding staff availability to discuss car radio installation.
View original record 86153 Hs/Wst.6/MA. 23rd September, 1935. Messrs.Philips, Lamps, Ltd., Philips House, 145, Charing Cross,Road, London, W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.R.E.Gale. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the…

scan0116 Letter from The Marconiphone Company regarding the availability of car radio receivers.
View original record Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed. GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS Telegraphic Addresses: MARCONIFON, RATH, LONDON. Foreign: MARCONIFON, LONDON. Registered Offices & Factory:…

scan0117 Correspondence regarding radio interference on a Bentley chassis and the recommendation of a U-shaped copper tube aerial.
View original record 26153. Hs/Wst.1/MA. 25th September, 1935. Messrs.Arthur Mulliner, Ltd., Bridge Street, NORTHAMPTON. Re. Radio set on Mrs.Powell's Bentley Chassis. Dear Sirs, With reference to our recent…

scan0118 Asking whether to renew the expiring wireless licence for car R.C.1822 (GUB-5).
View original record Hs/Wst. WST 86153. D/AWS3/S.28.9.35. re: Wireless Licences. Kindly note the wireless licence which was taken out for Wor's car R.C.1822 (GUB-5) expires on the 30th instant. Are we to renew this,…

scan0119 Requesting the renewal of a wireless licence for a car.
View original record 86153. D/L. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.1.10.35. Re. Wireless Licences. With reference to your memo, reference D/AWS3/s.28.9.35., will you please renew the wireless licence on Wor's car R.C.1822 (GUB-5).…

scan0120 Follow-up memo chasing a reply to a previous communication.
View original record 86153. JLE. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.16/MA.2.10.35. Referring to our memo reference Hs/Wst.6/MA.12.9.35., we cannot trace having received a reply from you. Hs/Wst.

scan0121 Radio aerial test and the decreasing number of radio sets being fitted to cars.
View original record S/W. Hs/WST. LE7/C/4.10.35. r6153. With reference to your Hs/Wst16/MA.2.10.35., we have not had an opportunity of trying the radio aerial which LA. brought down. I believe he has taken it back to…

scan0122 Letter from GEC concerning the installation of a car radio receiver in a Bentley.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M.ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK Telegraphic Address: ELECTRICITY, WESTCENT, LONDON. Telephone (LONDON)…

scan0123 Request to create an experimental pedal to move the chassis lubricating pump to accommodate a G.E.C. radio set.
View original record RHC. From Hs/Wst. 86183. Hs/Wst.10/MA.8.10.35. In order to accomodate the G.E.C. radio set on 6.B.IV it will be necessary to move the chassis lubricating pump pedal to the right about 2½". Will you…

scan0124 Letter to General Electric Co. Ltd. concerning the delayed installation of a G.E.C. car radio receiver in a Bentley chassis and requesting longer control cables.
View original record Moir S. Hs/Wst.13/MA. 8th October, 1935. Car Radio The General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Kingsway, London, W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.H.L.Ranson. Dear Sir, We beg to thank you for your…

scan0125 Invoice from Philips Lamps Ltd. for an engineer's visit, with handwritten notes about the car's radio guarantee and purchase history.
View original record 86153. Hs./Wst. G/Cam/CA.54/KI.8.10.35. We have an invoice from Philips Lamps Ltd. dated the 1st instant on which we are charged £2/19/4d. for Engineer's time visiting Derby on the 27th ulto., which…

scan0126 Disputing a repair charge from Philips Lamps Ltd for a set installed six months prior.
View original record G/CAM. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.12.10.35. Re. MESSRS: PHILIPS LAMPS LTD. With reference to your memo ref. G/CAM/CA.54/KI.8.10.35., we do not consider that we should be called upon to pay the charge…

scan0127 Letter from The General Electric Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of longer replacement cables for a G.E.C. Bentley car radio.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M. ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK 86153 BEAM The General Electric Co Ltd Cable Address: POLYPHASE,…

scan0128 Letter from the Philco Car Radio Division concerning electrical interference solutions and new radio sets.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. In reply please quote AFDK/AED CAR RADIO DIVISION. 46183. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS AINTREE ROAD, Perivale,…

scan0129 Letter requesting details on a condenser fitted to a dynamo voltage regulator that successfully completed 10,000 miles.
View original record x6183. Hs/Tst.8/MA. 15th October, 1935. Car radio Mr.R.E.Dennis, Messrs.Dennis Bros.Ltd., Guildford. Dear Mr.Dennis, I have received a letter from Mr.Knight of Messrs.Philco in which he states that…

scan0130 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corp discussing regulator interference and accepting the loan of a new set for testing.
View original record r6/53, Hs/Wst.7/MA. 15th October, 1935. Car radio Mr.A.F.D.Knight, Philco Radio & Television Corp., Aintree Road, Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. Dear Mr.Knight, Many thanks for your interesting…

scan0131 Letter acknowledging a request and enclosing a condenser for a wireless system in a Bentley car.
View original record RED/EVS. TEL: 36 PUTTENHAM. 86153. DOWN PLACE, NEAR GUILDFORD. 17th October 1935 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd, DERBY Dear Sirs, Your Ref Hs/Wst/8/MA. I acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 15th inst…

scan0132 Order to be placed with the General Electric Co. for a car radio set.
View original record 8615 3 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.21.10.35. G.E.C. CAR RADIO SET. Will you please place an order with the General Electric Co., for one car radio set which they have supplied for fitting to 6.B.IV.…

scan0133 The return of a faulty EKCO car radio set for repair and overhaul.
View original record Y61853. Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.2/MA.21.10.35. EKCO CAR RADIO SET. We are sending into the stores one Ekco set type CR75 No.1754 which has a faulty medium wave switch…

scan0134 Promotional advertisement for a new Philco car radio and a specific model for coaches.
View original record PHILCO ANNOUNCES a new car radio The Perfect Coach Radio Passengers will wait to travel on the radio-equipped coach. It relieves the boredom of long trips—gives them news, music, entertainment as they…

scan0135 Advertisement for the Philco 803T faultless car radio.
View original record PHILCO 803T* made in England by the world's largest manufacturers of car radio At last, perfect car radio—a set that gives the same performance, the same selectivity and reception on the road as you…

scan0136 Letter from Philco Radio & Television discussing a new car radio receiver, model 803T, and its suppression system.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD CAR RADIO DIVISION. AINTREE ROAD, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - -…

scan0137 Wireless radios and running board aerials on cars.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. WST 86153. re- Wireless on Cars. Cx11/KW29.10.35. The attached might interest you in regard to running board aerials, etc. Enc. Letter from the National Radio Service Co. dated 11.10.35…

scan0138 Letter from N.R.S. LTD offering car radio installation and repair services.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND NUMEROUS PUBLIC BODIES Telephone : MUSEUM 7651 (5 lines) Nearest Tube Station : Goodge Street WORKS : COBBOLD Rd. ESTATE, WILLESDEN, N.W.10.…

scan0139 Advertisement for 'Natrasco' patented auto-aerials and an 'Auto-Rez' voltage adjuster for car radios.
View original record The "NATRASCO" PATENTED AUTO-AERIALS The "Natrasco" patent car aerials are especially designed for easy fitting, and utmost "pick-up" efficiency. Once fitted they are out of sight and out of mind.…

scan0140 Instruction to amend the fitting of a G.E.C. radio set from chassis 6.B.IV to chassis 21.G.IV.
View original record RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Std. 86153 Hs/Wst.6/MA.5:11.35. Re. CHASSIS 21.G.IV. A difficulty has arisen regarding fitting the G.E.C. radio set to 6.B.IV and it has now been decided to fit this to 21.G.IV…

scan0141 Request to install a Marconi car radio in a new experimental Phantom III body, with a handwritten reply.
View original record Hs/Wst ~~E.H.V.~~ From Hs/Wst. Y61553. Hs/Wst.2/MA.8.11.35. We have received for test a Marconi car radio set which is certainly a really nice job with a finish up to our standard. Could you arrange…

scan0142 Letter from The Marconiphone Company Limited regarding a Car Radio MODEL '336' left for testing and experimental work.
View original record Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed. GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS. Telegraphic Addresses: MARCONIFON, RATH, LONDON. Foreign: MARCONIFON, LONDON. Registered Offices & Factory:…

scan0143 Concerning chassis B-155-EJ, attaching correspondence received from The Car Mart Ltd.
View original record S-W. WST r6153. H1/RH.12.11.35. re Chassis B-155-EJ - E.L.Payton We attach copy of letter received from The Car Mart Ltd., and of our reply. No doubt you will be able to make useful suggestions with…

scan0144 Letter from The Car Mart Ltd. to Bentley Motors regarding interference issues with a Philco car radio installation in a 3.5-litre Bentley.
View original record COPY. The Car Mart Ltd., Reg. RGS/JM. Ninth November 1935. Messrs Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., Conduit Street, W.1. Dear Sirs, re 3½-litre Bentley. B.155.EJ E.L.Payton Esq. As you are probably aware,…

scan0145 Letter to The Car Mart Ltd. regarding the installation of a radio receiver on Chassis No. B-155-EJ.
View original record H16/RH.11.11.35 11th November 1935. The Car Mart Ltd., Stanhope House, 320-4 Euston Road, N.W.1. Dear Sirs, re Chassis No. B-155-EJ - E.L.Payton Esq. We beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of…

scan0146 Letter from The General Electric Co. Ltd. requesting a performance report on a car radio installed in a Rolls-Bentley.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M.ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK Cable Address: POLYPHASE, LONDON. Codes: NEW STANDARD, LOMBARD, WESTERN…

scan0147 Letter to The Car Mart Co. Ltd. regarding radio interference issues on chassis No. B-155-EJ.
View original record c. to H. c. to Hd/SB. c. to C/CK. 86153. Hs/Wst.6/MA. 13th November, 1935. The Car Mart Co.Ltd., Stanhope House, 320 Euston Road, London, N.W.1. Re. chassis No.B-155-EJ. - E.L.Paton, Esq., Dear Sirs,…

scan0148 Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding car radio application and voltage regulator issues.
View original record 86153 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. For…

scan0149 Page 2 of a letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. regarding car radio fitment issues in Bentley cars.
View original record DELCO-REMY & HYATT, LTD. - 2 - If the foregoing is a true presentation of the facts, then it is unfortunate, since some owners will be annoyed because they cannot fit Car Radio generally or…

scan0150 Letter from Marconiphone regarding the delivery of a car radio model for testing.
View original record THE MARCONIPHONE COMPANY LIMITED Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed. GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS. Telegraphic Addresses: MARCONIFON, RATH, LONDON. Foreign: MARCONIFON, LONDON.…

scan0151 Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding an interference problem on cars.
View original record 86153. Hs/Wst.3/MA. 19th November, 1935. Messrs.Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.Kennington. Dear Sir, Many thanks for your letter of the 16th…

scan0152 Visit from the Managing Director of Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Co. Ltd. to discuss ignition systems and radio interference.
View original record 6153. Wor. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hy. c. to E. c. to By. Hs/Wst.5/MA.29.11.35. Re. Visit of Mr. W.C. Kennington - Managing Director of Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Co. Ltd. 86013 Mr. Kennington visited us on…

scan0153 Continued memorandum discussing interference caused by a voltage regulator in customer cars.
View original record -2- Hs/Wst.5/MA.29.11.35.Cont'd. taking to avoid this interference, he was very interested in our experiments and was anxious to help us in any way possible. We promised to let him have particulars of…

scan0154 Letter from Philips Lamps Limited regarding modifications to a Car Radio Set, specifically the fusing arrangements.
View original record TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. TELEPHONE: GERRARD No 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE) CODES: UNIVERSAL TRADE, MINERS' & SMELTERS', BENTLEY'S COMPLETE PHRASE.…

scan0155 Letter to Philips Lamps Ltd. requesting a sample fuse, fuse holder, and wiring diagram for inspection.
View original record 86153 Hs/Wst.3/MA. 30th November, 1935. Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., Philips House, 145, Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.R.E.Gale. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of…

scan0156 Letter from Philips Lamps Ltd regarding the sending of a complete battery cable and wiring diagram.
View original record PHILIPS LAMPS LIMITED. PHILIPS HOUSE 145, CHARING CROSS ROAD LONDON - W.C.2 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. TELEPHONE: GERRARD No 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE)…

scan0157 Letter to the General Electric Co. Ltd. regarding difficulty fitting a car radio due to interference with the chassis lubrication pump.
View original record Hs/Wst.3/MA. 6153 5th December, 1935. The General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Kingsway, London, W.C.2. Car Radio. Dear Sirs, We are experiencing considerable difficulty in mounting the car radio…

scan0158 Request for the manufacture of 4 support clamps for fitting a radio aerial under a car.
View original record 86153. To RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MJ.6.12.35. RADIO SET ON 21-G-IV. Will you please have 4 support clamps to Drg.EL.248 made for fitting the aerial under the car to the tie rods. Hs/H.E.West.

scan0159 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation regarding suppressing radio interference on R.R. and Bentley chassis.
View original record H6153. Hs/Wst.10/MA. 7th December, 1935. Messrs. Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britain, Ltd., Aintree Road, Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. Dear Sirs, Radio interference caused by…

scan0160 The investigation and recommended solution for car radio interference caused by the dynamo voltage regulator.
View original record 86153. By. from Rg/Vat. c. to HP. c. to HA. c. to Dr. c. to K. c. to J.H. c. to MX. c. to LA. Rg/Vat.R/FA.7.12.35. CAR RADIO INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY DYNAMO VOLTAGE REGULATOR ON R.R. AND BENTLEY…

scan0161 Letter to The Marconiphone Co. Ltd. regarding radio interference suppression on R.R. and Bentley chassis.
View original record 10153 Hs/Wst.11/MA. 7th December, 1935. The Marconiphone Co.Ltd., Radio House, 210-212 Tottenham Court Road, London, W.1. Radio interference caused by C.A.V. dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and…

scan0162 Letter regarding the method for suppressing radio interference from the C.A.V dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and Bentley chassis.
View original record 86183. Hs/Wst.12/MA. 7th December, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. Radio interference caused by C.A.V dynamo voltage regulator on R.R and Bentley chassis. Dear Sirs, We have…

scan0163 Letter to The General Electric Co. Ltd. about suppressing radio interference from a dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and Bentley chassis.
View original record 86183. Hs/Wst.13/MA. 7th December, 1935. The General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Kingsway, London, W.C.2. Radio interference caused by C.A.V dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and Bentley chassis.…

scan0164 Letter to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. regarding radio interference from a C.A.V. dynamo voltage regulator.
View original record sl6153. Hs/Wst.14/MA. 7th December, 1935. Messrs.Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. Radio interference caused by C.A.V.Dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and Bentley chassis.…

scan0165 Letter to C.A.V - Bosch Ltd. detailing the method for suppressing radio interference from a dynamo voltage regulator.
View original record 86153 Hs/Wst.15/MA. 7th December, 1935. Messrs.C.A.V - Bosch Ltd., Acton, London, W.3. Radio interference caused by C.A.V dynamo voltage regulator on R.R. and Bentley chassis. Dear Sirs, We have found…

scan0166 Letter from a supplier concerning radio interference caused by a C.A.V. Dynamo Voltage Regulator.
View original record 86153. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., DERBY.…

scan0167 Letter from Philco's Car Radio Division requesting samples of metal braided cables for installations.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS CAR RADIO DIVISION. AINTREE ROAD, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - -…

scan0168 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) regarding methods for eliminating radio interference and a request for radio fitting instructions.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director ERIC K. COLE Deputy Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors [LOGO: NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN] [LOGO: EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY…

scan0169 Correspondence from Philips Lamps regarding car radio components, power lines, and fusing arrangements.
View original record v/6153. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. TELEPHONE: GERRARD No 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE) CODES: UNIVERSAL TRADE, MINERS' & SMELTERS', BENTLEY'S COMPLETE…

scan0170 Letter from E.M.I. Service regarding dynamo interference with radios on vehicle chassis.
View original record 86953. E·M·I SERVICE LIMITED ASSOCIATED COMPANY OF ELECTRIC & MUSICAL INDUSTRIES LTD. THE GRAMOPHONE Cº LTD. COLUMBIA GRAPHOPHONE Cº LTD. THE MARCONIPHONE Cº LTD. H.M.V. HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES LTD. IN…

scan0171 Letter to The General Electric Co. Ltd. regarding difficulties fitting their car radio set.
View original record 86183 Ha/Wst.3/MA. 12th December, 1935. The General Electric Co.Ltd., Magnet House, Moor Street, Birmingham, 4. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 10th instant reference BC/HLR. the undersigned…

scan0172 Letter to Philips Lamps Ltd. regarding a delayed power line or connections diagram.
View original record 86153. Hs/Wst.7/MA. 12th December, 1935. Messrs.Philips Lamps Ltd., Philips House, 145, Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.Gale. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of the…

scan0173 Letter to Messrs E.K. Cole Ltd. confirming that blue prints and instructions have been arranged.
View original record V6153. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 12th December, 1935. Messrs.E.K.Cole Ltd., EKCO Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. For the attention of Mr.R.I.Cowley. Dear Sir, In reply to your letter of the 10th instant we have arranged…

scan0174 Request to send blueprints and instructions for fitting a radio set to R.R. & Bentley chassis to a third party.
View original record 6153. Hn. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.12.12.35. Will you please arrange to send direct to Mr.R.I.Cowley of Messrs.E.K.Cole Ltd., Ekco Works, Southend-on-sea, a copy of blueprint and instructions which we…

scan0175 Cover letter to E. K. Cole Ltd. enclosing a leaflet with recommendations for installing car radios.
View original record COPY TO Wst. at W. W ST x6153 Hn.7/HK. 13th December 1935. R. I. Cowley Esq., Messrs E. K. Cole Ltd., Ekco Works, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. Dear Sir, Car Radio. At the request of our Mr. West at Derby, we are…

scan0176 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd (EKCO) radio manufacturers, confirming receipt of blueprints.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director ERIC K. COLE Deputy Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO E. K. COLE LTD EKCO WORKS SOUTHEND-ON-SEA…

scan0177 Letter from Philips Lamps Limited regarding a dispatched power line for a car radio set.
View original record TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. DIRECTORS: DR. A. F. PHILIPS, (DUTCH) L. G. SLOAN J. P., (BRITISH) C. J. POWELL, (BRITISH) SIR W. HORWOOD, G.B.E., K.C.B.,…

scan0178 Letter to Philips Lamps detailing test results and recommendations for a fuse and power line assembly.
View original record ✓6153. Hs/Wst.15/MA. 24th December, 1935. Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., Philips House, 145, Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.R.E.Gale. Dear Sir, We received the power line and…

scan0179 Instruction to post a car radio set power line to Messrs. Philips Lamps, Ltd.
View original record D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Y6153. Hs/Wst.16/MA.24.12.35. Please post to Messrs.Philips Lamps, Ltd., London one car radio set power line complete marked for the attention of Mr.R.E.Gale. Their…

scan0180 Letter from The General Electric Co. Ltd. regarding difficulties fitting their car radio into a new Bentley and the planned fitting to a Rolls-Royce Phantom III.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO H.M. ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. AND THE LEADING HOME AND OVERSEAS RAILWAYS. REGISTERED TRADE MARK 86153 Telegraphic Address: ELECTRICITY, WESTCENT. LONDON. Telephone…

scan0181 Letter from Philips Lamps Ltd. regarding a report on a power line test.
View original record PHILIPS LAMPS LIMITED. PHILIPS HOUSE 145, CHARING CROSS ROAD LONDON W.C.2 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. TELEPHONE: GERRARD N° 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE)…

scan0182 Internal request for advice on choosing between three radio sets (Ekco, Philco, Marconi) for a customer's Bentley.
View original record Hs/WST. at W. ~6153. Hnl0/MD/7.1.36. Bl6-DK - Mr. Walter Gilling. We have been appealed to by this customer to help him choose a radio set. He wants to know which is the better set of these three:-…

scan0183 Choice and installation of a car radio for a Bentley chassis, B16-DK.
View original record 86153 Hn. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.8.1.36. Re. Chassis B16-DK - Mr. Walter Gilling. In reply to your Hn.10/MD.7.1.36., we consider the new Philco radio set to be the best of the three you have…

scan0184 Request to order a multi-pin plug for a car radio from Messrs. E.K.Cole, Ltd.
View original record Roy. From Hs/Wst. +6153. Hs/Wst.7/MA.8.1.36. Please order for us from Messrs.E.K.Cole, Ltd., one multi-pin plug for the wire connections to the set on their car radio. Order No.54317. Hs/Wst.

scan0185 Assessment of a car radio for Mr. Sclater-Booth's car, outlining the reasons for its unsuitability and discussing alternatives.
View original record PER BAG. r6183. Cx. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. Hs/Wst.1/MA.9.1.36. Re. Car Radio on Mr.Sclater-Booth's Car. I have carefully perused the correspondence regarding the above which you left with me. The…

scan0186 Installation of car radios, mentioning Philco sets, central lubrication pedal interference, and spark plug suppressors.
View original record -2- Hs/Wst.1/MA.9.1.36. Cont'd. On our cars we consider it is better to have the set, set speaker and power unit separate as it is often easier and more convenient to accommodate three small units…

scan0187 Letter from E.K. Cole Ltd regarding an order for a multi-pin plug for an EKCO Car Radio Receiver.
View original record W. S. VERRELLS Chairman & Managing Director E. K. COLE Sub-Managing Director E. R. PRING R. E. CORNWALL Directors EKCO ALL-ELECTRIC and BATTERY RADIO TELEGRAMS EKCO 'SOUTHEND-ON-SEA TELEPHONE SOUTHEND…

scan0188 Follow-up memo requesting a reply concerning a car radio.
View original record r6153. S/W. Hs/Wst. re- Car Radio. CxIO/KW30.1.36. Can you now please let me have a reply to my Cx7/KW22.1.36. Cx. - [Signature]

scan0189 Letter discussing the installation and performance of car radios, requesting recommendations for a new Philco set.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. X6153 Cx7/KW22.1.36. re- Car Radio. Sg and I went out to-day in Mr.Sclater Booth's car and tried the set about which he wrote us at some length, and whose letter I showed to you when I…

scan0190 Follow-up communication regarding the testing of a Philco car radio set on a 25/30 chassis.
View original record Cx. From Hs/Wst. 86153 Hs/Wst.5/MA.3.2.36. CAR RADIO. In reply to your Cx.7/KW.22.1.36.., I have refrained from writing to you until I have personally tried out to my own satisfaction the Philco set…

scan0191 Letter from Philco Radio regarding an adverse report on the feedback of vibrator hum in the 803T car radio receiver.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. Handwritten: 86153 Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS CAR RADIO DIVISION. Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone…

scan0192 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation regarding a faulty 803T car radio receiver.
View original record 86183 Hs/Wst.2/MA. 14th February, 1936. Messrs.Philco Radio & Television Coporation of Great Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.A.F.D.Knight. Dear Sir, Replying to…

scan0193 Letter concerning an application from the Marconi Company to test a wireless set for cars.
View original record S/W. Wst. WST 86153 re- Wireless. CxIO/KW 27.2.36. Another application has been made to us now to try a wireless set for cars by the Marconi Company. I attach their letter which was addressed to…

scan0194 Typed letter from a Private Secretary to The Marconiphone Co. Ltd. acknowledging a letter for Mr. Sidgreaves.
View original record CX JSL/M47.2.36 17th February 1936 Messrs. The Marconiphone Co.Ltd., Radio House, 210-212, Tottenham Court Road, W.1. Dear Sirs: I write to acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 15th, 'Y',…

scan0195 Requesting to change over a faulty Philco Radio set in a car for a replacement.
View original record 6153 To RHC. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Wst.6/JH.27.2.36. Philco Radio on 21-G-IV. Will you please arrange to change over the Philco Radio set on 21-G-IV for a replacement set we have obtained due to trouble…

scan0196 The trial of a Marconi Wireless Set and its suitability for installation.
View original record r6153. Cx. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.29.2.36. Re. WIRELESS. With reference to your Cx.10/KW.27.2.36.. we have already received a Marconi Wireless Set for trial and do not see any useful purpose would…

scan0197 Testing and return of a sample Marconi car radio set due to no available car for fitting.
View original record To Roy. c.c. to C/Mt. c.c. to D/BP. 86153. Hs/Wst.9/JH. 2.3.36. Marconi Car Radio Set. We are sending into the Stores a sample Marconi set which has been sent to us for experimental tests. We have…

scan0198 Performance of different wireless sets and their installation methods.
View original record x6153. WST S/W To Hs/Wst from Sg. re Wireless Sets. Sg7/E3.3.36 [strikethrough]Copy to Cw.[/strikethrough] Referring to Hs/Wst.2/MA.29.2.36 I should be glad to know whether you have received the…

scan0199 Performance of Marconi wireless sets and the challenges of achieving consistent results with car installations.
View original record 26153. Sg. From Hs/Wst. c. to Cx. Hs/Wst.1/MA.4.3.36. Re. WIRELESS SETS. Replying to your Sg.7/E.3.3.36., the Marconi Wireless set was supplied to us free for test and we have since returned it to…

scan0200 Clarifying the performance of in-car wireless sets, emphasising the method of installation over the make of the set.
View original record S/W WST r6153 To Hs/Wst. from Sg. re Wireless Sets. Sg15/E57/3.36 Copy to Gx. I am in receipt of Hs/Wst.1/MA.4.3.36 and am interested to hear what you say about the Marconi. I am afraid you have not…

scan0201 Letter from Marconiphone Company Limited regarding the fitting of car radios and a returned receiver for testing.
View original record Handwritten: 86153. THE MARCONIPHONE COMPANY LIMITED [Left Panel] Codes: MARCONI BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION, A.B.C. 5th & 6th Ed., GENERAL TELEGRAPH, LIEBERS. Telegraphic Addresses: MARCONIFON, TELEX,…

scan0202 Arranging an appointment to examine a wireless set installation.
View original record v6153 Sg. From Hs/Wst. c. to Cx. Hs/Wst.1/MA.7.3.36. Re. Wireless Sets. In reply to your Sg.15/E.5.3.36, I shall be at the Air Ministry on Monday morning next the 9th instant and could arrange to…

scan0203 Letter regarding a missed appointment and rescheduling to view a car for a wireless set installation.
View original record Y6153 S/W. Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. re- Wireless Sets Hs/Wst.1/MA7.3.36 Cx19KW9.3.36. I 'phoned you at the Air Ministry this morning, but was informed that you had not kept the appointment as you were…

scan0204 Return of a faulty Philco Radio Set Type 803T for a replacement.
View original record To Roy. c. to D/BP. c. to G/Mt. 86153 Hs/Wst.1/JH.9.2.36. Philco Radio Set Type 803T. Will you please arrange to return the above set to Messrs. Philco, to have a replacement in view of the faulty…

scan0205 Radio interference issues with a Philco wireless set.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. WST 86153. re- Wireless Sets. Cx14/KW16.3.36. I have recently been trying the latest Philco 803.T.model having long and medium waves, on which only two condensers are fitted one on the…

scan0206 Letter discussing static current effect on wireless sets and the testing of a new Philco set.
View original record +6183. To Cx. Hs/Wst.16/JH. 23.3.36. Re Wireless Sets. In reply to your Cx14/KW16.3.36. we have not noticed the static current effect which you refer to in your second paragraph. We have heard of…

scan0207 Formal acknowledgment from EMI Service Ltd. for the receipt of an unexamined Marconiphone Car Radio model 536.
View original record E.M.I SERVICE LIMITED SHERATON WORKS HAYES MIDDLESEX TELEGRAMS: SERVICE HAYES MIDDLESEX TELEPHONE: SOUTHALL 2468 (35 LINES) ASSOCIATED COMPANY OF ELECTRIC & MUSICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, COLUMBIA…

scan0208 The re-arrangement of a wireless set installation in a car to improve results.
View original record WST r6183. [Handwritten] S/W. To Hs/Wst. from Sg. Copy to Gx. [Struck through] re Wireless Sets. Sgl/E28.4.36 Referring to the wireless set on my car and former correspondence, see Sg15/E5.3.36, I was…

scan0209 Letter proposing a visit to Messrs. K.L.G. to examine and test wireless set installations.
View original record V6153 To Sg. c. to Cx. Hs/Wst.1/JH. 29.4.36. Re Wireless Sets. I am proposing to visit Messrs. K.L.G. on Tuesday May 12th and could arrange to examine and try out the installation on your car on the…

scan0210 Arrangements for a car and a meeting to inspect a wireless set installation.
View original record WST 86153 S/W To Wst. from Sg. Copy to Gx. re Wireless Sets. Sg4/E30.4.36 I am in receipt of Hs/Wst.1/JH.29.4.36. My car will be quite free on Tuesday, the 12th May. If you will let me know your time…

scan0211 Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a fix for wheel static interfering with car radio reception.
View original record 6153. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby.…

scan0212 Query regarding a wheel modification to the brake mechanism to cure radio static when fitting Delco-Remy car radio sets.
View original record To Br. at No. 86153. Hs/Wst.16/JH.4.5.36. We have received a letter from the Delco Remy Co., regarding the fitting of Delco-Remy car radio sets and they say that you have carried out wheel…

scan0213 Confirming travel and meeting arrangements to report on the performance of a wireless set.
View original record To Sg. c. to Cx. 86153. Hs/Wst.17/JH.4.5.36. re Wireless Sets. In reply to Sg4/E30.4.36. I hope to arrive at St. Pancras on May 12th by the train arriving 10-56- a.m; and I will make arrangements with…

scan0214 Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a suggestion they had made.
View original record 86153. Hs/Wst/16./JH. 4th May, 1936. The Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 1st May, reference LMM/KHJ, we do not at the moment…

scan0215 Fix for 'wheel static' on 25 HP cars by machining brake drums.
View original record N-W Hs/Wst. WST r6153. Br2/S. 6.5.36 re - Wireless Sets -------------------- With reference to your Hs/Wst16/JH4.5.36, we have on three occasions received 25 H.P. cars, accompanied by a representative…

scan0216 Issues with wireless sets, including static noise and interference.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. c to Sg. WST v6153 re- Wireless Sets. Cx7/KW6.5.36. I have seen a copy of your Hs/Wst.17/JH4.5.36 and note you will be in London on the 12th instant. After you have seen Sg's car you…

scan0217 Issues with a modification to prevent 'wheel static' and proposing a new solution involving a contact brush.
View original record Br. (Cricklewood) From Hs/Wst. C. to Cx. r 6183. Hs/Wst.9/MJ.7.5.36. Re. "Wheel Static" on Cars. Replying to Br.2/S.6.5.36. We note the modification you have carried out to prevent the above, but we…

scan0218 'wheel static' interference on cars, mentioning brake drum clearance and experiments with a contact brush.
View original record N-W Hs/Wst. WST r6153. Br1/S. 8.5.36 re - Wheel Static on Cars -------------------- Thank you for your Hs/Wst9/MJ7:5.36. We quite agree that it is not a good thing to increase the clearance between…

scan0219 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation reporting the failure of a new car radio set being tested in a 25/30 HP chassis.
View original record rl6153 HB/Wst.1/JH. 9th May, 1936. Messrs. Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britian Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr. Knight. Dear Sirs, We regret to inform…

scan0220 Prevention of radio interference in cars by improving wireless set installation.
View original record c. to E/EV. c. to Ey. c. to Br. c. to MD. c. to K. Ha/Wat.1/JH.14.5.36. Prevention of Interference on RR. cars fitted with Wireless. I had a conversation with Sg. on Tuesday, regarding car radio, and…

scan0221 Investigating and resolving radio interference caused by static current in the brake mechanism.
View original record -2- We are arranging with Mr. Knight of the Philco Radio Co., to make a personal inspection of Eg's car and try out the same in view of the remarkable results obtained with regard to freedom from…

scan0222 Static build-up from wheel bearings affecting wireless sets, requesting the creation of earthing contacts.
View original record To RHC. c. to Hs/Wst. 6153. Hs/AFM.9/JH.11.5.36. Wireless sets on Cars. It is said by wireless firms of good repute that much trouble is caused them owing to the excellence of our wheel bearings; as…

scan0223 Letter from Ultra Electric Limited regarding the pricing and availability of their car radio receiver.
View original record PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY, AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS 46153. TELEPHONE: ACORN 3434 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) NEAREST STATION: PARK ROYAL TUBE TELEGRAMS: RADWAVES, LONDON ULTRA…

scan0224 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation regarding the performance of their in-car wireless set.
View original record γ6153. Hs/Wst.5/JH. 13th May, 1936. A.F.D.Knight Esq., Messrs. Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. Dear Mr. Knight, I recently had the…

scan0225 List of wiring and component specifications for a chassis.
View original record 13th May, 1936. GLG.5 Re Wired Feb. Y6153 Phillips earial under chassis N/side of rubber posts. Set connections direct to battery Special Phillips filter between battery and Set (Battery end). Leads;…

scan0226 Letter to Philips Lamps Ltd. enquiring about the supply of wiring and filters for car radio sets.
View original record 86153. HS/Wst.15/JH. 14th May, 1936. Messrs. Philips Lamps Ltd., Philips House, 145, Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2. Dear Sirs, We should like to know if you are able to supply screened L.T. wiring…

scan0227 Letter from Philco Car Radio Division regarding the examination of an installation in a car.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. CAR RADIO DIVISION. In reply please quote AFDK/AED Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone -------- Perivale 3344 Telegrams ---…

scan0228 Quotation from Philips Lamps Limited for a car radio battery lead and filter.
View original record PHILIPS LAMPS LIMITED. SERVICE DEPARTMENT NEW ROAD MITCHAM JUNCTION SURREY TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS," WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS, LONDON. DIRECTORS: DR. A.F. PHILIPS (DUTCH) L.G.…

scan0229 Letter from Philco Radio and Television Corporation regarding a report on Mr. Sidgreave's car.
View original record PHILCO 86153 PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. CAR RADIO DIVISION. In reply please quote AFDK/AED Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - - Perivale 3344…

scan0230 Report concerning an unsatisfactory repair to an aerial on Mr. Sidgreave's car, resulting in continued engine noise.
View original record Re Rolls-Royce car belonging to Mr. Sidgreave; the first time it came in to us for repair we found the whole trouble with the job was a fault in the aerial, causing a crackle. The new installation, in…

scan0231 Order for battery leads and filters for car radio sets from Philips Lamps Ltd.
View original record To Roy. Y6153. Hs/Wst.14/JH. 22.5.36. Will you please order for us to order No. 54101 from Messrs. Philips Lamps Ltd., Service Department, New Road, Mitcham Junction, Surrey. 2 standard battery leads…

scan0232 Instruction to change a car radio (wireless set) on chassis 21-G-IV due to a suspected faulty valve.
View original record Y6153. To RHC. Hs/Wst.2/JH. 23.5.36. Re Car Radio on 21-G-IV. Will you please arrange to change the wireless set on 21-G-IV for the new one which we have obtained. It is thought a valve has gone in…

scan0233 Replacement of a faulty Philco car radio set from car 21-G-IV.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP; r6153. HS/Wst.7/JH.4.6.36. Car Radio Set on 21-G-IV. The Philco Radio set on this car as given trouble and Messrs. Philco have supplied us with a replacement set. Will…

scan0234 Follow-up communication regarding the issue of wheel static on cars.
View original record N-W Hs/Wst Car radio 6153. Br/M6/A. 12.6.36 re - Wheel Static on Cars With further reference to your Hs/Wst9/MJ7.5.36 and to our Brl/S8.5.36, we shall be glad to hear if anything has developed…

scan0235 Reply regarding wheel static on cars, stating that a report on the efficacy of parts cannot yet be provided as they have not been fitted.
View original record To BR. Car radio /6153 Hs/Wst.5/JH.15.6.36. Re Wheel Static on Cars. Replying to your Br/M6/A.12.6.36. As we have not yet succeeded in fitting up the parts in question we are unable to give you a…

scan0236 Letter from Philco Radio regarding the disposal of a current model car radio receiver and the arrangement for a new model.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. CAR RADIO DIVISION. In reply please quote AFDK/AED 86183. AINTREE ROAD, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - -…

scan0237 Letter from Erie Resistor Limited regarding a special brochure and the standardization of L 2 type Suppressors.
View original record 6153. Erie Resistor Limited. DIRECTORS: G. P. FRYLING, (U.S.A) G. R. FRYLING, (U.S.A) A. A. DYSON, (BRIT.) D. M. BROWN, (BRIT.) L. F. CRANE, BRIT.(U.S.A) MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS CABLE…

scan0238 Brochure detailing the features, performance, and construction of Erie ignition suppressors and resistors.
View original record ERIE SUPPRESSORS ELIMINATE IGNITION INTERFERENCE ON RADIO EQUIPPED AUTOMOBILES ERIE RESISTOR CORPORATION TORONTO, CAN. ERIE, PA. LONDON, ENG. ERIE SUPPRESSORS MECHANICAL FEATURES Figure 4 Average…

scan0239 Technical bulletin on various types of ignition suppressors, their installation, and performance characteristics.
View original record Page 2 ERIE SUPPRESSORS TYPE L-2 SPARK PLUG Installation of Type A Midget Suppressors TYPE S-1-B SPARK PLUG TYPE A-2 SPARK PLUG TYPE S-5 DISTRIBUTOR Installation of Type L-2 Suppressors TYPE D-7…

scan0240 Letter to Erie Resistor Ltd concerning suppressors.
View original record 6153. HS/Wst.22/JH. 26th June, 1936. A.A.Dyson Esq., Messrs. Erie Resistor Ltd., Carlisle Road, The Hyde, London.N.W.9. Dear Mr. Dyson, Thanks for your letter of the 25th instant, enclosing copies of…

scan0241 Letter from Erie Resistor Limited to Mr. West regarding a potential future meeting.
View original record Erie Resistor Limited. MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS DIRECTORS: G. P. FRYLING, (U.S.A) G. R. FRYLING, (U.S.A) A. A. DYSON, (BRIT.) D. M. BROWN, (BRIT.) L. F. CRANE, BRIT.(U.S.A) CABLE…

scan0242 Letter from Philco requesting the return of a car radio receiver on loan.
View original record PHILCO 6153. PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - Perivale 3344 Telegrams - - - Philcorad, Greenford 2nd July, 1936. IN YOUR…

scan0243 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation regarding the delayed return of a radio set fitted to an experimental car.
View original record K6153 Hs/Wst.10/JH. 3rd July, 1936. Messrs. Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. A.M.H.Jones. Dear Sirs, In reply to…

scan0244 Confirming a Philco car radio set is being sent to the Stores for despatch back to Philco after being loaned for experimental trial.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. 6153. Hs/Wst.3/JH.6.7.36. Philco Car Radio Set. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. Philco One car radio set removed from one of our experimental chassis. This…

scan0245 Letter from coachbuilder Hooper & Co. regarding the fitting of car radio sets.
View original record HOOPER & CO. (Coachbuilders) Ltd Handwritten top right: 6153. BY APPOINTMENT Motor Body Builders and Coachbuilders to: HIS MAJESTY THE KING. BY ROYAL WARRANT OF APPOINTMENT HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN. OF…

scan0246 Letter from Philco requesting the return or purchase of a car radio receiver on loan.
View original record PHILCO X6153 THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. CAR RADIO DIVISION. Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone ----- Perivale…

scan0247 Apology letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation for the delayed return of a car radio receiver.
View original record R6153. Hs/Wst.10/JH. 10th July, 1936. Mr. Knight, Messrs. Philco Radio & Telivision Corporation of Great Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. Dear Mr. Knight, I must hasten to apologise for…

scan0248 Letter from Philco Radio discussing the delivery of a new car radio model and the options available.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. CAR RADIO DIVISION. In reply please quote AFDK/AED Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone ----- Perivale 3344 Telegrams ----…

scan0249 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation requesting dimensions and layout for new car radio sets.
View original record 86153. Hs/Wst.10/JH. 27th July, 1936. A. F. D. Knight Esq. Messrs. Philco Radio & Television Corporaton of Great Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. Dear Mr. Knight, I must apologise for not…

scan0250 The elimination of radio interference caused by wheel static on cars fitted with a radio.
View original record To E. To SG. To Wor. To By. To Cx. To Mx. To Hd. To Er. Car Radio 86153. Hs/Wst.2/JH. 28.7.36. Elimination of interference due to wheel static on cars fitted with Radio. A number of complaints have…

scan0251 Request to urgently issue instructions for modifying front wheel caps with earthing devices due to customer complaints.
View original record -2- Ha/Wst.2/JH. 28.7.36. We should be glad therefore, if instructions could be given for a scheme to be issued as soon as possible, modifying the front wheel caps on all our cars as suggested above.…

scan0252 Car failure caused by a lead wire fitted for a wireless system which acted as an earth.
View original record Y6153. S/W. Wst. re- Wireless. Cx9/KW30.7.36. Hancock will be able to tell you of a case of a car being put out of action by a lead that had been fitted by the wireless people from the coil to the…

scan0253 Acknowledgement of order for a Model 901V Car Radio from Philco.
View original record C.N.200/6/36 86153. Nº 1113 PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN LIMITED WADSWORTH ROAD, PERIVALE, GREENFORD, MIDDLESEX. TELEGRAMS PHILCORAD, GREENFORD. TELEPHONE PERIVALE 3344.…

scan0254 Short memo acknowledging a previous communication regarding 'Wireless'.
View original record To Cx. y6153. Hs/Wst.5/JH.31.7.36. Re Wireless. Many thanks for your Cx.9/KW.30.7.36. I will personally investigate the matter referred to. Hs/Wst.

scan0255 Letter from Philco Radio regarding the supply of a Model 901T car radio for testing.
View original record PHILCO 6153 PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. AFDK/AED "Car Radio Division" Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone ...... Perivale 3344 Telegrams -- Philcorad, Greenford…

scan0256 Deprecating the practice of reducing the rotor blade gap in the distributor to eliminate radio interference.
View original record To E. c. to Ey. c. to G.W.H. (Cricklewood). c. to Br. c. to K/CK. x6153 HS/Wst.1/JH. 3.8.36. Coil to Distributor Ignition Lead Failure. With reference to G.W.H's. report on the above, we wish to point…

scan0257 Ignition failures caused by the shorting of an earthing wire fitted to the main lead to prevent radio interference.
View original record To A. C. to By. C. to WSt. /6153. Cricklewood. Ignition Failure due to earthing wire fitted to main Lead. Failures are occuring which completely cutout the ignition due to the fitting of an earth…

scan0258 Letter to Philips Lamps Ltd. deprecating the substitution of the H.T. wire for a metal braided cable when fitting radios.
View original record Hs/Wst.12/MA. 86153. 4th August, 1936. Messr. Philips Lamps, Ltd., Philips House, Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2. Dear Sir, We have noted that on some of our customers cars fitted with your radio…

scan0259 Letter to a radio manufacturer advising against the use of metal braided cable for the H.T. wire.
View original record X6153 Hs/Wst.11/MA. 4th August, 1936. Messrs.Philco Radio and Television Corporation of Great Britain, Ltd., Aintree Road, Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. Dear Sirs, We have noted that on some of our…

scan0260 Letter to Messrs. Hoopers Ltd. regarding the fitting of car radio sets and suppressing radio interference.
View original record c. to Cx. Y6153 Hs/Wst.13/MA. 4th August, 1936. Messrs.Hoopers, Ltd., 54, St.James' Street, Piccadilly, London, S.W.1. Fitting of Car Radio Sets to R.R. Cars. Dear Sirs, We do not consider that there…

scan0261 Letter from Philips Lamps Ltd. regarding the fitting of H.T. wire for car radios.
View original record WST r6153. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "PHILLAMPS", WESTCENT, LONDON. CABLES: PHILLAMPS LONDON. TELEPHONE: GERRARD No 7777 (PRIVATE EXCHANGE) CODES: UNIVERSAL TRADE, MINERS' & SMELTERS' BENTLEY'S COMPLETE…

scan0262 Letter from Philco Radio concerning the installation of an H.T. wire and a previous complaint.
View original record 861553. PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. AFDK/AED "Car Radio Division" Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - Perivale 3344 Telegrams - - Philcorad,…

scan0263 Requesting an update on a device to eliminate wheel static interference for wireless systems on cars.
View original record S/W. Hs/Wst. c. to Sg c. " Wor. c. " F c. " RY c. " Mde c. " Hd c. " Br 86153. Cx9/KW3.9.36. re- Wireless on Cars. With reference to Hs/Wst.2/JH28.7.36, will you please let me know what you have been…

scan0264 Chasing a reply for a scheme regarding wireless on cars, following a previous memo sent in error.
View original record 86183 S/W. E. c. to Hs/Wst. c. " Sg. c. " Wor c. " BY c. " Mb c. " Hd c. " Br. Wireless on Cars. I find that my Cx9/KW3.9.36 was inadvertently addressed to Hs/Wst, whereas it should have been…

scan0265 The development of an earthing scheme for wireless systems on cars.
View original record To Cx. S Sgd S E S Br 86153 Hs/Wst.9/JH.4.9.36. Re Wireless on Cars. Replying to Cx.9/KW.3.9.36. We have not yet received from the Design Department a final scheme for earthing the wheels. The scheme…

scan0266 Wireless earthing contact for the front hubs of Bentley, 25/30, and Phantom III cars.
View original record v6183 To BM. E/EV.7/MN.29.9.36. Copy to Dr. Hives Hs/Wst. Knott Wireless - All Cars. We send herewith N.Sch.4903 showing an earthing contact for the front hubs of Bentley, 25/30 and Phantom III cars.…

scan0267 Difficulties with fitting Philco wireless sets on the Phantom III.
View original record WST S/W. Hs/WST. Y6153. LE13/C/2.10.36. Re Philco Wireless. One of the representatives of the Delco-Remy Co. called to-day regarding the fitting of Philco sets on Phantom lll. I suggested it would be…

scan0268 Philco Wireless and a proposed discussion with the Delco Remy Co.
View original record W/S - JLE. 86153. Hs/Wst.9/JH.5.10.36. Re Philco Wireless. In reply to your LE.13/C.2.10.36. the Manager Director of the Delco Remy Co., will be visting us today and we propose discussing the matter…

scan0269 Request to manufacture two sets of parts for an earth contact for front hubs, as per schedule N.Sch.4903.
View original record 6153 To RHC. c. to Sg. c. to Cx. c. to JLE. Hs/Wst.12/JH.7.10.36: Earth Contact for Front Hubs. N.Sch.4903. Will you please arrange for two sets of parts to be made as soon as possible to the above…

scan0270 Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the fitting of a Philco Car Radio to a Phantom III model.
View original record DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Sole Concessionnaires to the Motor Trade for…

scan0271 Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming arrangements for a representative's visit on Wednesday the 14th.
View original record Y6153. Hs/Wst.5/JH. 8th October, 1936. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. G. Keith Drew. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 7th…

scan0272 Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. arranging a representative's visit concerning a Philco Car Radio.
View original record DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Handwritten: 76153 Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF…

scan0273 New and other parts required for the earth contact in front hubs for various car models.
View original record To. RHC To. BY/TWD c. Hs/Wst. No153. BY/RD.1/B.16.10.36. EARTH CONTACT IN FRONT HUBS (Radio - N.Sch.4903). ----------------------------------- Phantom III, 25/30 HP., Bentley II, Bentley III, Wraith…

scan0274 Parts list for Bentley (Present), Bentley III, and Wraith II models, with a note on required axle pivot modification.
View original record -2- BY/RD.1/B.16.10.36.Cont'd. Bentley (Present). New Parts. (Cont'd) :- GB.2439 - Contact Spring. S/CS. 2 off. GB.2440 - Cup - Earth Contact. B.2151. 2 off. Other Parts :- F.6958 - Washer. B.2151. 2…

scan0275 Request to move a radio set from chassis 21-G-IV to chassis GAE-20 for further testing.
View original record To RHC. 6153 Hs/Wst.19/JH.16.10.36 Re Chassis GAE-20. Will you please arrange for the radio set removed from chassis 21-G-IV be be fitted to GAE-20 for further tests. Hs/Wst. Bijur pedal obstructs…

scan0276 Letter from World Radio Limited recommending their American Bosch Car Radio for installation in Rolls-Royce vehicles.
View original record WORLD RADIO LIMITED EDGWARE ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2 NEAR STAPLES CORNER 'Phones-GLADSTONE 4255-6 'Grams-PAPELIAN Phone LONDON Handwritten note: /6153. YOUR REF. November 6th 1936 OUR REF. W40/910/R.…

scan0277 Letter to Messrs World Radio Ltd. requesting to examine two radio sets and asking for a quotation.
View original record x6153. Experimental Department 16th November 1936. Rm/Wst.25/AP. Messrs World Radio Ltd., Edgware Road, LONDON N.W..2. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 6th inst. reference W.40/910/R., we…

scan0278 Letter from World Radio Limited confirming the dispatch of car radios and accessories.
View original record 86153 WORLD RADIO LIMITED EDGWARE ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2 NEAR STAPLES CORNER 'Phones-GLADSTONE 4255-6 'Grams-PAPELIAN Phone LONDON YOUR REF. Rm/Wst.25/AP. November 17th 1936 OUR REF. W41/027/R. WST Car…

scan0279 Specifications for an American-Bosch Wireless Set.
View original record DS. 6153 2 copies please 2/11/36 American-Bosch Wireless Set This set has been fitted to 32EX, the following are the particulars required:- Weight 18 1/2 lbs complete. Dimensions 9 1/2" dia. x 7 1/4"…

scan0280 Request to issue a covering order for an American Bosch car radio set fitted to an experimental car for trial.
View original record 6153. To Roy. from Rm/Wst. c. to G/Cam. Rm/Wst.8/AP.19.12.36. Will you please send a covering order to World Radio Ltd., Edgeware Road, LONDON, for one American Bosch car radio set which they have…

scan0281 Instructions for drilling front axle pivots to accommodate an earthing contact plug for wireless equipment.
View original record To R.H.C. c. BY/TWD. c. Rm/Wst. 16183. BY/RD.6/B.6.11.36. WIRELESS : ALL CARS. When the earthing contact is fitted on the front axle pivots, it is necessary that the drilling in the end of the axle…

scan0282 Letter from Philco Car Radio Division regarding a new 'L' choke part to solve engine interference.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. 6153 "Car Radio Division" Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone . . . Perivale 3344 Telegrams . . Philcorad, Greenford In reply…

scan0283 Arrangements for fitting earth contacts to front hubs.
View original record S/W. Rm/Wst. Copy to RC 6153. LE8/C/19.11.36. Re Earth Contact for Front Hubs. N.S. 4903. With reference to your Hs/Wst12/JH7.10.36., and HPS/WSC14/BA18.11.36., RC. is arranging for these cars to go…

scan0284 The incorrect fitment of wireless earth contacts for front hubs on a Phantom II chassis.
View original record By/RD to Y 6153. N/W - Rm/Wst. Br/Bk2/W.24.11.36. re Wireless Earth Contacts for Front Hubs. Your Rm/Wst13/AP.13.11.36. We recently received from Lillie Hall material for fitting the earth contacts to…

scan0285 Requesting a design scheme for wireless earth contacts for front hubs on a Phantom II chassis.
View original record rC6153. By/RD. from Rm/Wst. c. to Br. c. to Cx. Rm/Wst1/R.28.11.36. WIRELESS EARTH CONTACTS FOR FRONT HUBS. We recently received a memo from Br., as per attached copy. Will you please arrange to issue…

scan0286 Request to produce a set of parts for wireless earth contacts for the front hubs on a Phantom II chassis.
View original record To HPS. c. Rm/Wst. c. Br. c. Ox. 6153. BY/RD.4/B.14.12.36. WIRELESS : EARTH CONTACTS FOR FRONT HUBS. - Phantom II. Will you please put in hand one set of parts for chassis 56-UK, as follows :- x…

scan0287 Letter to Philco Radio & Television Corporation regarding a test report on a new type L choke for suppressing ignition noises.
View original record 6153 Rm/Wst.2/JH. 4th January, 1937. The Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Gt. Britain Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. A.F.D.Knight. Dear Sirs, We are now able to…

scan0288 Sales letter from Philco Radio to Rolls-Royce promoting their new British-made car radio, model K627.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. 6153 "Car Radio Division" Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - - Perivale 3344 Telegrams - - Philcorad, Greenford In…

scan0289 Use of a car's running board as a radio aerial, referencing Buick and Philco specifications.
View original record 6153 c. Rm/Wst. EV. Car E.1/HP.25.1.37. RADIO. Many thanks for your memo Hn.26/MK.15.1.37. I note that the general conclusions arising from the information you give appear to be borne out by the body…

scan0290 Radio aerial installation options for Bentley and Phantom III cars, with recommendations from Philco.
View original record E. at W. (crossed out) Copy to Rm/Wst. H.Ev. (crossed out) 6153. Hn.3/MK.30.1.37. Radio. Your Ref: E.1/HP.25.1.37. Philco recommend that the aerial should be the running boards when of metal or…

scan0291 The return of a loaned Philco car radio set, type 901.T.
View original record 6153 To Roy. from Rm/Wst. c. to D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Wst.3/AP.9.3.37. With reference to the attached correspondence from Messrs Philco, will you please arrange to return to them the car radio set…

scan0292 Cover note attaching correspondence received from Philco and the sender's reply.
View original record S/W. Wst. 6153, Cx10/KW22.4.37. I attach letter received from Philco and copy of my reply. When you have anything to report perhaps you would be good enough to return the attached letter to me with…

scan0293 Letter from Philco Radio and Television Corporation offering assistance with radio interference radiation from motor engines.
View original record PHILCO PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. "Car Radio Division" Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - - Perivale 3344 Telegrams - - Philcorad, Greenford In reply…

scan0294 Page two of a letter to Major L. W. Cox concerning interference with short wave and television reception in cars.
View original record -2- Major L. W. Cox. 21st April, 1937. suppressed, badly interferes with short wave radio reception. The trouble, however, does not end there, for such interference is considerably worse on the ultra…

scan0295 Letter forwarding a query from Philco Radio and Television to another department for handling.
View original record Cx11/KW22437 22nd April,1937. A.F.D.Knight,Esq., Messrs Philco Radio and Television Corporation of Great Britain Ltd, Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex. Dear Mr.Knight, Thank you for your letter of 21st…

scan0296 Letter to Messrs Philco Ltd. asking to confirm their method of screening H.T. parts.
View original record 6153. April 24th.1937 Lr/Wst.8/AP. Messrs Philco Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.A.F.D.Knight. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 21st. inst., handed to us by our…

scan0297 Letter from Philco Radio discussing the screening method used for car radio installation.
View original record PHILCO 6153. PHILCO RADIO AND TELEVISION CORPORATION OF GREAT BRITAIN, LTD. " Car Radio Division " In reply please quote AFDK/MF. Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Telephone - - - - Perivale 3344…

scan0299 Inquiry from a coachbuilder about fitting special hubs to wheels on Phantom III cars to eliminate radio interference.
View original record HOOPER & CO. (Coachbuilders) Ltd BY APPOINTMENT Motor Body Builders and Coachbuilders to HIS MAJESTY THE KING HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN BY ROYAL WARRANT OF APPOINTMENT H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES H.R.H.…

scan0300 Philco Car Radio Service Bulletin detailing the contents and part numbers for various model kits.
View original record 6153 PHILCO Car Radio Service Bulletin No. 2a Published by the Philco Radio & Television Corporation of Great Britain, Ltd., Perivale, Greenford, Middlesex Data of Accessories and Contents of Kit…

scan0301 Newsletter for radio servicemen, with an article on an all-wave aerial and advertising materials.
View original record PHILCO SERVICEMAN AND RADIO MANUFACTURERS SERVICE NEWS [Left Page - Page Four] Do Stationary objects move? We don't know, but we are certain that your business will advance beyond all expectations…

scan0302 Service news bulletin for radio engineers regarding aerials, information binders, and components.
View original record PHILCO SERVICEMAN AND RADIO MANUFACTURERS SERVICE NEWS Page Two used in the Philco All-wave, all-purpose aerial is by the use of a low impedance transmission line. The broadcast signal is picked up on…

scan0303 Letter to coachbuilder Hooper & Co. regarding the fitting of special earthing adaptors to chassis wheels.
View original record 6153 3rd. May 1937. Rm/Wst.1/AP. Messrs Hooper & Co. (Coachbuilders) Ltd., Western Ave., Acton, LONDON W.3. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 30th inst., reference TC/JHM. we do fit special…

scan0304 Request for the manufacture of one dozen contact earthing springs.
View original record 6153. To HPS. from Rm/Wst. .Rm/Wst.3/AP.6.5.37 EARTHING SPRINGS. Will you please have made for us one dozen contact earthing springs to Drg. GB.2439. Rm/Wst.

scan0305 Requesting the urgent supply of contact springs for Phantom III front hubs.
View original record To Roy, from HPS/WSC. nst 6153. HPS/WSC.7/BA.7.5.37. O/54117 Ph.III Front Hubs - Wireless Earth. In connection with the above will you please obtain for us as quickly as possible:- 12 - GB.2439…

scan0306 The problematic fit of the earth contact plug in front hubs, proposing a modification and a future redesign.
View original record To- Mr. Hives [Struck through] from Rm/AFM. c.c. to Mr. Evers [Struck through] c.c. to Mr. Eyre [Struck through] c. to By/T&D. c. to Rm/Mst. Rm/AFM.8/AP.21.5.37 N.Sch.4903 - Earth Contact in Front…

scan0307 Approval for an earth contact in the wheel hub to prevent radio interference in cars fitted with wireless sets.
View original record To By. c. to Da. 6153 Rm/Wst.18/JH.25.5.37. N.Sch.4903. Earth Contact in wheel hub to prevent radio INTERFERENCE. This fitment has now been tested and is approved for use on customers cars where…

scan0308 Request to fit a standard Philco car radio to chassis 28.G.6 for experiments with outside aerials.
View original record 6153, E/Ev. from Rm/Wst. c. Rm/FD. Rm/Wst.10/AP.19.5.37 Re. Chassis 28.G.6. We would like to fit a standard Philco car radio set to this car as we are carrying out further experiments with outside…

scan0309 Instruction memo regarding the fitting of a new chromium-plated radio aerial to vehicle 32.EX.
View original record HPS. from Rm/Wst. 6153 Rm/Wst.17/AP.19.5.37 Re. 32.EX. We have received a new chromium plated outside radio aerial from America. Will you please have this fitted to the body on 32.EX. on the roof as…

scan0310 Modification to the earth contact plug in the front hubs due to fitting issues.
View original record To E. from Rm/AFM. c. to Da. c. to Ev. c. to By. c. to By/TwD. c. to Rm/ast. Handwritten notes: 6153 ? wst Rm/AFM.8/AP.21.5.37 N.Sch.4903 - Earth Contact in Front Hubs. The plug fitting into the stub…

scan0311 Redesign of the earth contact plug for front hubs on various car models.
View original record 6153 By Copy to Mr. [illegible] Rm. WHC. HIVES. Platt/RM. WST E/EV.6/M.1.6.37. EARTH CONTACT IN FRONT HUBS - N.SCH.4903. The type of plug in the end of the stub axle shown on N.Sch.4903 calls for a…

scan0312 Letter from Erie Resistor Limited concerning their latest 3N and 4N fully insulated resistors.
View original record 6153 Erie Resistor Limited. MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS CONTRACTORS TO HIS MAJESTY'S GOVERNMENT DIRECTORS: G. P. FRYLING, (U.S.A) G. R. FRYLING, (U.S.A) A. A. DYSON, (BRIT.) D. M. BROWN,…

scan0313 Specification sheet for insulated resistors detailing their dimensions and electrical ratings.
View original record INSULATED RESISTORS DIMENSIONS type No. Nominal rating Nominal dia. Nominal length Maximum dia. Maximum length Dia. of leads Length of leads 3N 1/2 or 3/4 watt 0.220" 11/16" 0.240" 11/16" .032 1 1/2 ±…

scan0314 Packing slip from Erie Resistor Limited for various sample resistors.
View original record TELEGRAMS: RESISTOR, LONDON. PACKING SLIP TELEPHONE: COLINDALE 8011 (5 LINES) ERIE RESISTOR LIMITED CARLISLE ROAD, THE HYDE, HENDON, N.W.9. M. Rolls Royce Ltd Nightingale Lane Derby June 18 /1937 OUR…

scan0315 Letter from coachbuilders Hooper & Co regarding fittings to reduce radio static on a Phantom III chassis.
View original record TELEPHONE: ACORN 0137 BY APPOINTMENT MOTOR BODY BUILDERS TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING. HER MAJESTY QUEEN MARY. H.R.H. THE DUKE OF WINDSOR. H.R.H. THE DUKE OF KENT. H.R.H. THE PRINCESS ROYAL. H.R.H. THE…

scan0316 Modifications to the stub axles of Wraith III and Bentley III models for wireless anti-static earthing adaptors.
View original record Hy. Copy to H. Der. Rm. HPS. Rm/AFM. Rm/Insty. 6153 Losc E/EV.1/M.8.7.37. WIRELESS ANTI STATIC INTERFERENCE EARTHING ADAPTORS FOR FRONT BRAKE DRUMS. --------------------------------- With reference to…

scan0317 Letter to coachbuilder Messrs Hooper & Co. regarding the availability of brake static adaptors.
View original record 6153 Rm/Wst./AP. June 30th 1937 Messrs Hooper & Co.(Coachbuilders) Ltd., Western Ave., Acton, LONDON W.3. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 29th inst., reference TC/JHM., the fitments…

scan0318 Follow-up memo regarding the settlement of the earthing adaptor for the elimination of brake static.
View original record R.W. Please return if not yours to Mailing Dept. /B.2576/JSC HORNDALE WST Vr25/MG.24.6.37. S/W. ---- Reverting to our memo Vr22/MG. of the 10th May, we shall be glad to learn please whether the…

scan0319 The availability of earthing adaptors to eliminate brake static when fitting radio sets.
View original record W/S. To Vr. from Rm/Wst c. to By. 6153 Rm/Wst.20/AP.28.6.37 Replying to your Vr.25/MG.24.6.37 the earthing adaptors for the elimination of brake static in connection with the fitting of radio sets on…

scan0320 The design, cost, and production of wireless anti-static earthing adaptors and a proposed change to Wraith stub axles.
View original record HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. Ev (Strikethrough) c. Dav (Strikethrough) c. Rm/Wst. c. By/TWD. (Strikethrough) 6153 Rm/AFM4/R.1.7.37. Wireless Anti-static Interference earthing adaptors for front brake drums.…

scan0321 Proposing a modification to the stub axles of Wraith III and Bentley III cars for wireless anti-static earthing.
View original record 6153? Copy to HFS. F.H. H.I. R.H.S. Rem/Dept. Rm/Wst. H/Ev.1/M.8.7.37. WIRELESS ANTI STATIC INTERFERENCE EARTHING ADAPTORS FOR FRONT BRAKE DRUMS. --------------------------------------- With reference…

scan0322 Requesting the removal of a radio set and aerial from vehicle 32EX.
View original record 6153, To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.1/MH.31.8.37. Re Radio Set on 32EX. Will you please arrange for the radio set and aerial to be removed from 32EX. Rm/RC.

scan0323 Requesting the status of radio sets on test in various experimental cars.
View original record 6153. To Rm/RC. BY/RD.1/B.24.9.37. Will you please let us know what radio sets we have on test on the various experimental cars, also, those which are in our possession which have completed their…

scan0324 The renewal of a wireless licence for car R.C.1822 (Chassis No. GUB-5).
View original record E/Wst. RM/RC 6153. D/AWS13/S.30.9.37. re: Wireless Licences. -------------------- Kindly note the wireless licence for car R.C.1822 (Chassis No. GUB-5) expires to-day. Are we to renew this, please? ✓…

scan0325 Non-renewal of a wireless licence for a sold vehicle.
View original record To D/L. from Rm/RC. 6153. Rm/RC.4/MH.2.10.37. RE WIRELESS LICENCES. With reference to your memo D/AWS.13/S.30.9.37. As the car R.C.1822 (Chassis No. GVB.5) has been sold, no renewal of the wireless…

scan0326 Wireless licences for chassis R.C.1822 (GUB-5) and 32-EX.
View original record 6153. Rm/RC. D/AWS8/S.4.10.37. re WIRELESS LICENCES. We have noted your remarks regarding R.C.1822 (Chassis GUB-5) and have advised the G.P.O.accordingly. Will you please note that at the present time…

scan0327 Implementing a radio earthing scheme for all Bentley cars.
View original record 6153 Rm. RC BY/Mtn.31/G.6.10.37. File Re: Earthing Scheme for Radio. See me P Some time ago we issued details to HPS. for the above, and as we understand approximately one in four Bentley cars are…

scan0328 Letter to World Radio Ltd. regarding a faulty American Bosch car radio set.
View original record 6153 Rm/RC.4/MH. Messrs. World Radio Ltd., Edgware Road, London, N.W.2. 13th. October 1937. Your Ref. W.41/027/R. 17.11.36. Dear Sirs, Last November we purchased from your firm an American Bosch Car…

scan0329 Letter from World Radio Limited concerning a faulty American Bosch Car Radio Set.
View original record 6153. WORLD RADIO LIMITED EDGWARE ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2 NEAR STAPLES CORNER 'Phones-GLADSTONE 4255-6 'Grams-PAPELIAN Phone LONDON YOUR REF. Rm/RC.4/MH. October 15th ::: 1937 OUR REF. W44/481/R. Messrs.…

scan0330 Letter to World Radio Ltd. regarding the return of a faulty radio set for repair.
View original record 6153. Rm/RC.15/JH. Your Ref.W.44/481/R. 16th October, 1937. World Radio Ltd., Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 16th inst., we are returning to you, under…

scan0331 Requesting the return of a faulty American Bosch car radio set for repair due to a rattling loudspeaker.
View original record 6153. To HPS/CEP. Rm/RC.17/JH.16.10.37 Re American Bosch car radio set. Will you please arrange for the American Bosch radio set to be returned to World Radio Ltd., Edgware Road, London, for repair.…

scan0332 Arranging the dispatch of a faulty American Bosch car radio set for repair due to a rattling loudspeaker.
View original record To - Roy, from HPS/WSC. Rd/TC. [Struck through] Rm/RC. [Struck through] G/SRB. [Struck through] 6153 HPS/WSC.14/BA.18.10.37. O/54117. Car Radio Sets. Will you please arrange to despatch the American…

scan0333 Instructions to refit an American Bosch radio set and aerial to vehicle 32.EX.
View original record HPS. c. RC/JJ. 6153 Rm/RC.2/JH,1.11.37. re Radio Set for 32.EX. Will you please arrange for the American Bosch radio set to be refitted to 32-EX. Also for the aerial to be fitted under the running…

scan0334 Letter from Stedall and Company Ltd offering Arvin car radio sets for testing and purchase.
View original record [Printed Letterhead] MOTOR DEPT. BODY FITTINGS TRIMMINGS ACCESSORIES PAINTS GARAGE EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES SPORTS GOODS AND AT MANCHESTER STEDALL AND COMPANY LTD BROAD STREET HOUSE . 164, HIGH…

scan0335 Promotional leaflet for Arvin car radios and aerials, detailing the 'Phantom Filter' technology and other new features for 1937.
View original record ARVIN AERIALS FOR MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY FROM YOUR ARVIN CAR RADIO ROOF TYPE TA DUAL TYPE AA Model A1 Standard Aerial (illustrated bottom left) advised for all Arvin Radios, has high efficiency for use…

scan0336 Promotional flyer for Arvin Tailor-Fit Car Radios and accessories.
View original record ARVIN Deluxe MODEL 39 E8M 22 gns. Complete with E8 separated case speaker and M steering column control or U under dash control. When ordering with U control ask for 39E8U. WHY ACCEPT ANYTHING ELSE .…

scan0337 Order for a Motorola car radio set from The World Radio Ltd.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/RC. c. G/JWH. 6153. Rm/RC.8/MH.30.11.37. from - Will you please order for us as soon as possible The World Radio Ltd., Edgware Road, (near Staples corner), London, N.W.2. one Motorola…

scan0338 Letter from Ferranti Ltd. regarding the manufacturing of suppressor type condensers for cars with radios.
View original record ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY LONDON OFFICE: BUSH HOUSE, W.C.2., TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI BUSH LONDON TELEPHONE: TEMPLE BAR 6666. FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS,…

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