Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Log of communications and actions regarding the development, failures, and modifications for the '36 T.T. race car. | ||
| View original record | DATE | TO | FROM | COMMENTS 14.9.35 | - | - | How to save 120lb weight for '36 T.T. 17.9.35 | Roy | Ratcliffe | Orders four balls of string for binding Halls Springs. 19.9.35 | RHC | HS/CSS | Urges… | ||
| Scan002 | Graph comparing the power development of Bentley engines for the Tourist Trophy races from 1934 to 1936. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY POWER DEVELOPMENT TOURIST TROPHY RACES COMPLETE WITH RACING EXHAUST SYSTEMS. B.H.P. R P M ① 1934 3 1/2 LITRE COMP. RATIO 7.75:1 50% BENZOL 50% SHELL N°1 ② 1935 3 1/2 LITRE COMP. RATIO 8.35:1… | ||
| Scan003 | Modifications made to E.R. Hall's car for the T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | W. A. ROBOTHAM, GREAT ENGEHAM FARM, WOODCHURCH, KENT. WOODCHURCH 375. 12/11/66 Your letter of 11/11/66. Complete details of the Mods made to E.R. Hall's car for the T.T. are tabulated in the files on… | ||
| Scan004 | Postcard addressed to Mr C.W. Morton in Chellaston, Derby. | ||
| View original record | POST CARD THE ADDRESS TO BE WRITTEN ON THIS SIDE Mr C.W. Morton 39 A. West Avenue South Chellaston DERBY Postmark: IC KENT 29 OC 66 Stamp: 4D | ||
| Scan005 | Letter concerning access to information on the 3½ litre Bentley used by E.R. Hall. | ||
| View original record | To: Lm/Mtn - Derby AJP. 1.MOP. 14. 11. 1966 You are quite right in the assumption made in your letter of 8th November, that I have access to information on the 3½ litre Bentley used by E.R. Hall. In… | ||
| Scan006 | Letter from an Australian owner to a company employee regarding the restoration of a 1934 Bentley. | ||
| View original record | G. Sandford-Morgan Esq. Box 869G, G.P.O. ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA. ROLLS-ROYCE OWNERS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIAN BRANCH Mr. C. W. Morton, Rolls-Royce Limited, Pym's Lane, CREWE, ENGLAND. 25th… | ||
| Scan007 | Inquiry from a Bentley owner seeking information on performance modifications for competition use. | ||
| View original record | -2- Having always dabbled in competition motoring, I am now tempted to use this Bentley for some mild hill climbs and short races, in view of the excellent handling and general responsiveness of the… | ||
| Scan008 | With contact details for a manor and information regarding a Hall Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Rm Gt Engeham Manor Nr Woodchurch Ashford KENT Woodchurch 375 (thro' Ashford Kent exchange) Jack Phillips (Crewe) has some info incl. Power gazelle from the Hall Bentley. | ||
| Scan009 | Index of contents for a file regarding correspondence and data for E.R. Hall's competition car. | ||
| View original record | CREW FILE 262 No. 2. E.R. HALL (COMPETITION) JAN - DEC 1935. 1. INDEX OF CONTENTS. DATE | To. | From. | COMMENTS. 5.1.35. | RHC. | Hs/RM. | Asks for costings of dashboards, gearbox, clutch pit, sump… | ||
| Scan010 | Log of internal correspondence and actions regarding a high-performance car project in 1935. | ||
| View original record | DATE | TO | FROM | COMMENTS 29.1.35. | Railton. | Rm. | Covering letter with chassis drawings requested 19.1.35. 5.2.35. | Rm | Sr. | Article by C. Faroux from French paper. "Sr." appears to be… | ||
| Scan011 | Log of internal communications regarding the preparation of a car for a Tourist Trophy event, detailing specifications for tyres, engine, and endurance testing. | ||
| View original record | ③. DATE | TO | FROM | COMMENTS 6.6.35 and 11.6.35 | Rm | Hall. | Letters saying that in consultation with Dunlop he has had to standardise to run on 6.50 x 19 (instead of 6.50 x 18) on the rear and… | ||
| Scan012 | Log of correspondence and actions from July 1935 concerning car development, parts, and testing. | ||
| View original record | 4 Date | To | From | COMMENTS. 8.7.35 | Rm. | Offord & Sons Coachbuilders | Asks for sketch of car so they can make up some streamlined rear wings for car. 10.7.35* | Hs | Rg | Reply to 8.7.35. Very… | ||
| Scan013 | Log of communications and actions related to car preparation and testing in August and September 1935. | ||
| View original record | ⑤ DATE, TO, FROM, COMMENTS 2.8.35, Stores, Hs/Butt, Orders KLG 82) plugs for Halls car. 2.8.35, KLG, Rm, do. 3.8.35, RAC, Rm, Thanks them for passes which give free access to whole circuit. (for Hs,… | ||
| Scan014 | Competition work on a Bentley, proposing the use of magnesium parts for the Mille Miglia or Shelsley events. | ||
| View original record | 4796✓ To RHC. SECRET. Hs/Rm.2/KW.5.1.35. Competition work on the Bentley. It is just possible that this car will be entered for the Mille Miglia, which occurs sometime in March. For this there is no… | ||
| Scan015 | Invoice for Duralumin supplied for a Bentley T.T. car. | ||
| View original record | Rm 54107 G/Cam/JWH.52/KI.9.1.35. Rm. Attached is invoice dated October 9th amounting to £10/6/-d. received from Offord & Sons Ltd. in connection with supplying further lengths of Duralumin for Bentley… | ||
| Scan016 | Inquiry regarding the authority and payment for work carried out on Mr. E.R. Hall's car, chassis B.35 - AE. | ||
| View original record | X7962 Hs. Copy to Wor. G3/24/P.11.1.35 Chassis B.35 - AE. I understand that a large amount of work was carried out on Mr. E.R Hall's car during December. Would you kindly inform me by whose authority… | ||
| Scan017 | Payment for a replacement set of aluminium sheets after the first set was scrapped. | ||
| View original record | +7962 To G/CAM. Hs/Rm.2/KW.12.1.35. Replying to G/Cam/JWH.52/KI.9.1.35. it is quite correct that owing to a mistake the first set of aluminium sheet supplied by Mr. Hall was scrapped, and that we… | ||
| Scan018 | Customer complaint on chassis B-35-AE, involving a synchromesh rattle and a damaged wing. | ||
| View original record | 47962 To Hd. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. Hs/Rm.1C/KW.15.1.35. Chassis B-35-AE. E.R. Hall Esq. Mr. Hall is complaining of the rattle in the synchromesh on this car. We are handing the car over to you for… | ||
| Scan019 | Power-output graph for a 3½ Litre Bentley engine under competition work conditions. | ||
| View original record | 3½. LITRE BENTLEY POWER-OUTPUT COMPETITION WORK G162 16-1-35 B.4 UN.T SPEC. RAC/NSC. 6/3C. 11-1-35 B.H.P. B.M.E.P R.P.M. GTS ① COMP. RATIO 9.4 : 1 (Ex. 5392 MOD HS.527) IN. VALVE 1.500 DIA EX " 1.200… | ||
| Scan020 | Mostly blank document with a Print Room stamp and a handwritten reference number. | ||
| View original record | 1 ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. PRINT ROOM 8 FEB 1935 UC 137 | ||
| Scan021 | Telegram received by telephone to arrange a meeting with Railton. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A 6 BKS.) (63988-8-6-34) W.H.K. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10.52 Date: 17-1-35 To: Robotham Derby 1320 By: FJS from: London 10.34 18 Message: Which day… | ||
| Scan022 | Short message from Robotham to Hall proposing alternative meeting times. | ||
| View original record | +7962 17.1.35. HALL, WELBECK 5010, LONDON. NOON MONDAY WOULD SUIT ME BETTER ALTERNATIVELY WEDNESDAY OR THURSDAY. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| Scan023 | Agreeing to gearbox modifications and requesting the fitting of an anti-rattle synchromesh device to Hall's Car. | ||
| View original record | x7962 To RHC. HS/Gry.19/KW.17.1.35. 35 B-25-AE. Hall's Car. Hs. has agreed to the modifications necessary to the gearbox being carried out in this Dept. Will you please fit the anti-rattle synchromesh… | ||
| Scan024 | Repair of a non-standard gearbox and a damaged wing on E.R. Hall's car, chassis B-35-AE. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. E.R. Hall's Car - B-35-AE. We have asked the Repair to hand the gearbox of this car over to you since it is non-standard. Hall complains of the rattle of the synchromesh cones, and all we are… | ||
| Scan025 | Telegram from Hall to Robotham suggesting a more convenient meeting time. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED 9.4 Date 18.1.35 To Robotham By YS from London 846 20wds I find that Wednesday 11.30 would give me more time visit convenient to you FROM Hall… | ||
| Scan026 | Short typed message confirming an arrangement or meeting. | ||
| View original record | x7962 18.1.35. HALL, WELBECK 5010, LONDON. 11.30 WEDNESDAY O.K. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| Scan027 | Telegram from Railton requesting wind tunnel figures and a chassis drawing. | ||
| View original record | Prefix 28 128 11:26 BYFLEET WGR 16 ROBOTHAM ROYCAR DERBY = CAN YOU POST ME HALLS TUNNEL FIGURES ALSO COACHBUILDER CHASSIS DRAWING TODAY = RAILTON + | ||
| Scan028 | Chasing a reply regarding work carried out on Chassis B.35 for accounting purposes. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Copy to Wor. x7962 G2/24/P.21.1.35 Chassis B.35 - AE. ------------------- I have not yet received a reply to my G3/24/P.11.1.35 with reference to the work carried out on Mr. E.R. Hall's car during… | ||
| Scan029 | Letter discussing a report on wind tunnel tests for E.R. Hall's car, comparing aerodynamic K factors. | ||
| View original record | K962 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rn.7/KW. 28th January, 1935. Reid A. Railton Esq., Messrs. Thomson & Taylor Ltd., Brooklands Track, Byfleet, Surrey. Dear Railton, Here is a copy of our report on wind tunnel… | ||
| Scan030 | Letter from Reid Railton regarding wind tunnel figures and a request to inspect a chassis for seat positioning. | ||
| View original record | x7962 -RAILTON CARS- CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF AT CUSTOMERS' OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY. THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD. AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERS GARAGE AND SHOWROOMS— PORTSMOUTH ROAD, COBHAM, SURREY.… | ||
| Scan031 | Letter to E.R. Hall discussing the development of two chassis models for wind tunnel testing to optimize performance for racing regulations. | ||
| View original record | 52/14. RAR/MVG. 28th January, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., Grand Hotel, St. Moritz, Switzerland. ----------------- Dear Hall, I have been doing a bit of thinking about your proposition, and have been to see… | ||
| Scan032 | Page 2 of a letter to E.H. Hall Esq. concerning costs and arrangements for model work. | ||
| View original record | E.H. Hall, Esq. 52/14. between £130. and £230, including everything except the first cost of the two models, about which I understand you have an arrangement with Mr. Offord. This price would include… | ||
| Scan033 | Letter to Reid Railton Esq. of Thomson & Taylor Ltd. enclosing a coachbuilder's drawing. | ||
| View original record | x7962 Exptl. Dept. 29th January, 1935. Hs/Rn.16/KW. Reid A. Railton Esq., Messrs. Thomson & Taylor Ltd., Brooklands Track, Byfleet, Surrey. Dear Railton, Herewith the Coachbuilders drawing that you… | ||
| Scan034 | Letter and article from a publication discussing the future of international motor racing regulations. | ||
| View original record | P.W. PROBLEMES ACTUELS HALLS FILE 47962 Le futur règlement international M. Lago, administrateur délégué de la Société des Automobiles Talbot, adressait récemment à M. Pérouse, président de la… | ||
| Scan035 | Letter discussing securing an entry for Mr. E. R. Hall at the Le Mans race and other race-related details. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby...........Hs/Rm. PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL. Y7962 Levallois Srs/Crn.5.2.35. re: Mr. E. R. Hall. You will remember my having mentioned that I supped with E. R. Hall on his way… | ||
| Scan036 | Letter discussing car speeds in relation to Le Mans and a participant's entrance fee. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Again, on the straight, due to extra maximum speed between this type of car and one capable of roughly 190 kms per hour (Alfas) the difference is not very much, as the straight lap at Le Mans… | ||
| Scan037 | Substituting the Le Mans race for the Mille Miglia. | ||
| View original record | Hs This is interesting. Le Mans might be substituted for the Mille Miglia, should like to see two cars running however. Rm [Faint vertical text, upside down on the left margin] BERKSHIRE | ||
| Scan038 | Request to manufacture a set of push rods for a Bentley competition car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X7962 Hs/Rn.29/KW.13.2.35. Bentley Competition Work. Will you please make a set of push rods suitable for 9¾ to 1 compression ratio Bentley head, to replace those which have been fitted to… | ||
| Scan039 | Noting the attachment of a copy of a letter concerning E.F. Hall and racing. | ||
| View original record | *7962 1. [text obscured] from Sg. 2. Hs. re E.F.Hall, and Racing. Sg10/E18.2.35 Please note the attached copy of letter sent to-day. Sg. [Signature] Enc. Copy of Sg9/E18.2.35 | ||
| Scan040 | Letter to Mr. Hall regarding the decision to not provide support for racing the Bentley car for the year. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S29/E18.2.35 18th February 1935 Dear Mr.Hall, When I was at Derby last week we discussed the question of what support, if any, we could give to racing the Bentley car during this year. After… | ||
| Scan041 | Work carried out on Mr. F.R. Hall's car and ensuring it is invoiced. | ||
| View original record | x7962 To Hs. from Sg. re Mr.F.R.Hall's Car. Sg2/E18.2.35 Copy to Wos I hear that during December work to a value of about £154 has been carried out on the above car. I suppose that you have Mr.Hall's… | ||
| Scan042 | Modifications and work carried out on Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Y7962 HS.3/MJ.20.2.35. Re. Mr. E.R.Hall's Car. Replying to Sg.2/E.18.2.35. We have looked into this matter and we attach herewith a list of the work and the time booked to… | ||
| Scan043 | Fitting of an improved servo for testing, the cost of front wings, and a decision regarding assistance to Mr. Hall. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs.3/MJ.20.2.35. Cont'd. Item No.(7). - This car was fitted with an improved type servo similar to the one which ran on 21-G.4 in France chiefly in order for us to gain experience with it. The… | ||
| Scan044 | Estimate for additional work and modifications on Chassis 35 A.E. for E.R. Hall. | ||
| View original record | COPY. RHC/EM.2/BC.1.1.35. Chassis 35 A.E. E.R.Hall - 0/54108. Further to estimate of the 25.9.34. covering the work carried out on the above car we give below additional work incorporated. 1. Wing &… | ||
| Scan045 | List of parts and modifications for rear brakes, front brakes, exhaust fittings, and servo motor mechanism. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hrs.Mins. 4. Rear Brakes. Supply and fit as replacements :- 4-GB.751 Brake Linings produced in Ferodo B.Z. Material. 4-GB.754 Brake Linings produced in Ferodo B.Z. Material. Supply and fit as… | ||
| Scan046 | Extraordinary cost of manufacturing wings for Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | x7962 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor. re Mr.E.R.Hall's Car. Sg12/E26.2.35 Referring to Hs.3/MJ.20.2.35, judging from the detailed particulars given in RHC/EM.2/BC.1.1.35 85% of the total time was on the… | ||
| Scan047 | Internal query regarding an invoice for supplying and fitting headlamp brackets to car B 35 -AE. | ||
| View original record | Ex 16233. Ps - " 234 Tube " 235 Desc D/AWS/S9. 6.3.35. To Hs. re B 35 -AE. - E. R. Hall. We have recently rendered an invoice to this Owner for supplying and fitting a pair of standard headlamps… | ||
| Scan048 | Letter apologising for a delay in collecting a 4-seater car due to illness and requesting the return of an M.G. sump. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 8. TELEGRAMS, REVS. HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. March 7th/35. Dear RM, I am sorry that I haven't been able to run down & collect the 4-seater but have been in bed for nearly a… | ||
| Scan049 | Letter on headed paper arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 8. TELEGRAMS, REVS. HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. most convenient for you to see us I will arrange accordingly. Kind regards Yours sincerely F.R. Hall | ||
| Scan050 | Fitting of a non-standard headlamp cross member to a car for a race. | ||
| View original record | +7962 To D/L. Hs/Rm.12/KW. 8.3.35. Re B-35-AE. Mr. Hall. Replying to D/AWS/S9. 6.3.35. We think there was some mistake with regard to standard headlamp brackets being fitted to this car. The parts… | ||
| Scan051 | Letter to E.R. Hall regarding a scrapped M.G. Sump, an invitation to lunch, and an outstanding bill for headlamp brackets. | ||
| View original record | x7962 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.10/KW. 8th March, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., Hartley Cottage, Kirkburton, Yorks. Dear Hall, Thank you for your letter of March 7th. I am afraid there is little doubt that your… | ||
| Scan052 | Report comparing the performance of standard and larger induction systems. | ||
| View original record | FILES. X7962 8.3.35. 2 Comparison of Induction Systems. The Induction Systems compared in this report are the standard system having a pipe 1.500 dia. with 1.375 dia. carburetters and EB.818 balance… | ||
| Scan053 | Performance graph comparing different engine induction systems. | ||
| View original record | COMPARISON OF INDUCTION SYSTEMS. B.V.76 B.2 UNIT SPECIFICATION - R.H.C/CP 7/EP 30-1-35 AEROLITE PISTONS H 1 (17.0 ozs) E.B.2050 CYLINDER HEAD 7.0:1 COMP. RATIO 1.500 DIA. INLET VALVES, 1.300 EXHAUST… | ||
| Scan054 | Blank page with a Print Room stamp from Derby. | ||
| View original record | 3 ROLLS ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM MAR 9 1935 DERBY | ||
| Scan055 | Graph comparing the performance of three different induction systems based on induction pipe depression versus engine RPM. | ||
| View original record | B.V.77 COMPARISON OF INDUCTION SYSTEMS B.2 UNIT | SPECIFICATION - R.H.C/CP 7/EP 30-1-35 AEROLITE PISTONS H1 (170 ozs) E.B. 2050 CYLINDER HEAD | 7.0:1 COMPRESSION RATIO 1.500 DIA INLET VALVES | 1.300… | ||
| Scan056 | Typewritten page, numbered '4', with a purple ink stamp in the bottom right corner. | ||
| View original record | 4 [Illegible typewritten text] ROLLS ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM MAR 9 1935 DERBY. | ||
| Scan057 | Bentley Car and Racing, enclosing a copy of a letter from Mr. E.R. Hall. | ||
| View original record | A3 x2/62 To Wor. from Sg. To Hs. from Sg. re Bentley Car and Racing Sg7/E15.3.35 Referring to Sg10/E18.2.35 I thought you would be interested to see the attached copy of letter received from him. Sg.… | ||
| Scan058 | Letter from E.R. Hall to Mr. Sidgreaves expressing disappointment over lack of assistance for a run. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Hartley Cottage, Kirkburton, Yorks. March 11th. 35. Dear Mr.Sidgreaves, I am in receipt of your letter for which I thank you. I must admit that I was extremely disappointed to hear that you do… | ||
| Scan059 | Chasing a reply for a long outstanding matter concerning a Works Order. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from G/Rb. e. to Hd. x262 Rm G/Rb.6/A/W.5435. B.11-AE - Works Order 67148. Hs/Rm.4/KW.11.3.35. Will you please let us have a reply to our memo G/Rb.10/A/W.21335. as we are anxious to settle… | ||
| Scan060 | The loan of lower gears to E.R. Hall for his car entered at Shelsley Walsh. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Wor. from Sg. Re: E.R. Hall. Sg14/E7.5.35. Hs. telephoned me this morning to say that the above has entered his car for Shelsley Walsh. When he entered before, we lent him some lower gears… | ||
| Scan061 | The lending of lower gears and billing for work on Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | Hd. from Wor. c. to Hs. c. to D/BP. Wor8/R.9.5.35. Re: E.R. Hall. I attach copy of Sg14/E7.5.35., so that the Repair Dept. may carry out the necessary work to Mr. Hall's car by lending him lower gears… | ||
| Scan062 | Authorizing the release of axle gears from Stores for E.R. Hall's car to be run at the Shelsley event. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. +962 Hs/Rm.8/KW.10.5.35. Axle Gears for E.R. Hall's Car. Sg. has agreed that Hall can run his car at Shelsley provided the necessary axle gears can be fitted by the Repair Dept. He will not… | ||
| Scan063 | Performance graph for E.R. Hall's Bentley showing MPH vs RPM for each gear, specifically geared for hill climbing. | ||
| View original record | E.R. HALL'S BENTLEY GEARED FOR HILL CLIMBING 5.50 x 18 DUNLOP BUTTRESS AXLE RATIO 9/46 = 5.11:1 ROAD WHEELS REVS/MILE 701.9 TABLE: R.P.M TOP | 60 MPH | 3,580 3RD | 60 MPH | 4,450 2ND | 30 MPH | 2,845… | ||
| Scan064 | Arrangements for a secret entry into the International Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Y262 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.C. International Tourist Trophy Race. Sg7/E16.5.34 Referring to Hs.5/MJ.14.5.34 C. and I saw Mr.Hall yesterday and we told him that we did not propose to put… | ||
| Scan065 | Letter discussing a change in tyre specifications for the T.T. race after consulting with Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | X262 5, BERKELEY COURT, N.W.1. WELBECK 8010. June 6th/35. Dear R.M. In your absence I gave HS some details of tyre sizes which I propose to use in the T.T. The rear wheels were to have had 6.50 x 18,… | ||
| Scan066 | Proposed changes to wheel and tyre sizes to improve steering, with a comparison table. | ||
| View original record | Steering as regards lightness. Have you got any 19 inch wheels at the works or shall I order some from Rudge Whitworth. I will order a set of new Rudge hub nuts. Hope you have brought back some news… | ||
| Scan067 | Letter discussing tyre sizes and performance calculations. | ||
| View original record | x262 53, BERKELEY COURT, N.W.1. WELBECK 5010. June 11th/35. Dear R.M, Further to my letter re tyre sizes, Dunlops have now insisted on 5.50x19 fronts & 6.50x19 rears, which on investigation I think… | ||
| Scan068 | Correspondence regarding vehicle performance calculations based on tyre dimensions. | ||
| View original record | upset in the slightest. The effective radius of the 6.50x19 is 15.95 ins & diam is 31.9 ins, this gives 25.4 M.P.H. per 1000 R.P.M. I should think that the extra "horses" would be very happy with this… | ||
| Scan069 | Proposed engine modifications and endurance testing for a B-4 unit in Hall's T.T. race car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X-62 Hs/Rn.5/KW.12.6.35. B-4 Unit. It is proposed to fit a head giving increased power to Hall's car for this year's T.T. In order to ensure that the engine is reliable with such power we are… | ||
| Scan070 | Letter to The Royal Automobile Club requesting touring maps of Central Europe and the Dolomites. | ||
| View original record | L62✓ Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn. 2/KW. 12th June, 1935. The Secretary, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, Will you please forward by return copies of your paper touring maps,… | ||
| Scan071 | Letter to E.R. Hall discussing tyre sizes, axle ratios, and gearing for a car. | ||
| View original record | 6A X262 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.3/KW. 12th June, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Hall, Thank you for your letter. Here is a speed chart with the size of tyre you mention. The… | ||
| Scan072 | Page 2 of a letter regarding information on 3.3 Bugattis. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.3/KW.126.35. I am getting some information on the 3.3 Bugattis which I will let you have shortly. Yours sincerely, [Handwritten text]: LA dept 53 pol 78 | ||
| Scan073 | Blueprint graph of vehicle speed versus engine speed for various gears and tyre sizes. | ||
| View original record | E.R. HALLS CHASSIS R.P.M. AT 60 M.P.H. 5.50 x 18 TYRES TOP 2808 3RD 3244 2ND 4146 30 M.P.H. 1ST 2635 5.25 x 18 TYRES TOP 2887 3RD 3320 2ND 4240 30 M.P.H. 1ST 2695 TYRE CIRCUMFERENCE EFFECTIVE AT 35… | ||
| Scan074 | Almost entirely illegible document with a purple 'Print Room' date stamp. | ||
| View original record | [Main body of text is illegible] [Purple Stamp] ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM JUN 12 1935 DEPT. [Handwritten, bottom left corner, upside down] 69 | ||
| Scan075 | Fitting a new cylinder head to E.R. Hall's car for the Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb at no charge. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten:] HS [Handwritten, struck through:] Rm x262 S/W To Hd. from Sg. Copy to Wor.Hs.G. re E.R.Hall. B-35-AE. [Struck through:] BriEx-Mk. Sg14/E12.6.35 Referring to the above and his car which… | ||
| Scan076 | Letter to Mr. Hall arranging for his car to be serviced prior to the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | E.13/H/12.6.35 12th June 1935 Dear Mr.Hall, You will remember that, when you saw me some few weeks ago, you spoke about your car going in to Derby to be looked over prior to the Tourist Trophy Race,… | ||
| Scan077 | New high-power cylinder head for a Bentley race engine to resolve pre-ignition problems. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 4262 Hs/CTS.3/KW.13.6.35. High Power Head - Bentley. Further to our memo. Hs/Rm.5/KW.12.6.35, when B-4 Unit is sent into the shop, will you also on reassembly fit new con rod bolts and inspect… | ||
| Scan078 | Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley, comparing it to the Lagonda after its Le Mans success, and scheduling personnel. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hd. from Sg. Copy to Wor.Hs. re E.R.Hall. B.35.AE. Sg13/E27.6.35 Handwritten: HE Rm X262 Referring to Sg14/H12.6.35 Mr.Hall now says he will be bringing the car to the Works early next week and… | ||
| Scan079 | Letter to 'The Motor' magazine requesting details for a trip to the Belfast T.T. races in September 1935. | ||
| View original record | 462 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.22/KW. 2nd July, 1935. The Editor, The Motor, 5-15, Rosebery Avenue, LONDON, E.C.1. Dear Sir, Trip to Belfast for the T.T. September 1935. Last year you send us particulars of… | ||
| Scan080 | Specification for the B-11 engine unit for the 1935 Tourist Trophy race. | ||
| View original record | 6 x-v62 To RHC. c. to Hs/CTS. Hs/Gry.10/KW.2.7.35. B-11 Unit for T.T. 1935. Herewith specification of the above unit for this year's race :- (1) Main bearings in whitemetal, Nos. 2,3,5 & 6 grooved to… | ||
| Scan081 | List of notes detailing component updates, replacements, and testing procedures. | ||
| View original record | 6 -2- Ha/Gry.10/KW.2.7.35. New 5-ply nickel gasket. Flywheel & Clutch replaced as run last year. Pistons should be chalk tested, and gallery pipe. Crankcase breather as on 21-G-IV, LeG.4438, to be… | ||
| Scan082 | Letter to E.R. Hall concerning modifications and testing for an Alfa-Romeo car. | ||
| View original record | X62 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.9/KW. 3rd July, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Hall, Here is the photograph of the Alfa-Romeo car, as promised. This letter confirms that you… | ||
| Scan083 | Work to be carried out on E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. Hs/Rm.3/KW.3.7.35. E.R. Hall's Car. We want to get this car out before the holidays. The engine unit and gearbox complete should be removed and handed to the experimental Dept. The shock… | ||
| Scan084 | Letter from Temple Press Ltd regarding travel arrangements for the R.A.C. T.T. Race in Belfast. | ||
| View original record | x262 LONDON: 5-15, ROSEBERY AVENUE, E.C.1. TELEPHONES: CLERKENWELL 6000 (10 LINES). TELEGRAMS: PRESSIMUS, SMITH, LONDON. CABLES: PRESSIMUS, LONDON. BIRMINGHAM: 61-65, NEW STREET. TELEPHONES: MIDLAND… | ||
| Scan085 | Letter concerning modifications for an 'Alfa', specifically regarding the design of the wings and the ordering of wheels. | ||
| View original record | 53, BERKELEY COURT, N.W.1. WELBECK 5010. July 4th /35. Dear Pom, Very many thanks for the snaps of the Alfa, I think the wings look to be just what we want, I will get some made up. It is almost… | ||
| Scan086 | Request for the centre measurements of bolt holes on rear wing brackets for a coachbuilder. | ||
| View original record | thereon the intake filter. Could you let me have the centres of the bolt holes from one rear wing bracket to the other to enable the coachbuilder to get his studs correctly spaced for the brackets.… | ||
| Scan087 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club concerning regulations for the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | X262 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W. 1. Address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C/4735/GDS/IR. Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| Scan088 | Plan for testing experimental car bodies, including a Van Vooren body and comparing steel versus aluminium panels. | ||
| View original record | To Hn. C. to Eg. +203 Hn/Rn.19/KW.5.7.35. Experimental Bodies. There seems to be some misunderstanding with regard to the position of 6-B-IV and B-23-AE chassis, which have been allotted for… | ||
| Scan089 | Performance graph plotting vehicle speed (M.P.H.) against engine speed (R.P.M.) for various Dunlop racing tyres and axle ratios. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RACING TYRES (FOR F.R. HALL'S CAR) 11/41 RATIO = 3.72:1 11/43 RATIO = 3.91:1 Tyre Circ (Effective) 6.5 x 18 = 100" TYRE CIRCUMFERENCE (EFFECTIVE) - 6.00 x 18 = 93.7 TYRE CIRCUMFERENCE… | ||
| Scan090 | The reverse side of a document stamped by the Print Room in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 6A ROLLS ROYCE, LTD. PRINT ROOM JUN 12 1935 DERBY. | ||
| Scan091 | Engine improvements and preparations for the E.R. Hall Ulster Bentley race car. | ||
| View original record | 7. COPY. Y v62 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to E. Hs.4/MJ.6.7.35. E.R. HALL. ULSTER BENTLEY. We attach herewith a power curve which shews the power of the engine which will be used this year at… | ||
| Scan092 | Power-output graph for a 3 1/2-Litre Bentley, comparing 1934 and 1935 Ulster T.T. models. | ||
| View original record | 3 1/2-LITRE BENTLEY POWER-OUTPUT JULY. 1. 1935 ① ULSTER T.T. - 1934 ② " " - 1935 B.H.P B.M.E.P. R.P.M. | ||
| Scan093 | Heavily faded and torn document page, numbered '7', with a Print Room stamp. | ||
| View original record | 7 [Main body of text is illegible due to fading] ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM JUL 5 1935 DERBY. | ||
| Scan094 | Letter providing front wing dimensions and advising on removing the air intake filter. | ||
| View original record | X-162 Exptl: Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 8th July, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Hall, Replying to your letter of July 4th, herewith is the information you require. I have… | ||
| Scan095 | Technical drawing detailing the dimensions for front and rear wing brackets. | ||
| View original record | WING BRACKETS B. 35. A.E. FRONT 21.25" N.S.F. 21.75" O.S.F. 19.25" N.S.F. 19.5" O.S.F. .312" DIA HOLES 4.375" C/S REAR 27.0" N.S.R 27.5" O.S.R. 26.25" N.S.R. 26.5" O.S.R. .312" DIA HOLES 4.375" C/S… | ||
| Scan096 | Letter from coachbuilders Offord & Sons Ltd regarding the fabrication of special streamlined rear wings for a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | CARS ARE ONLY DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF AT OWNERS' RISK AND THE COMPANY DO NOT ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM FIRE, THEFT OR ANY OTHER CAUSE 24 PRIZE MEDALS AWARDED WORKS 30 FULHAM ROAD… | ||
| Scan097 | Hand-drawn diagram detailing the positioning and mounting of a wheel wing with handwritten notes. | ||
| View original record | ① Height of wing (top of brackets) from wheel centre ② Inclination of centre of brackets from vertical line through wheel centre ③ Position of forward wing supports that can be mounted by you on… | ||
| Scan098 | Specifications and results for a B-4 Unit 10-hour high-power endurance test. | ||
| View original record | FOR FILES. 9 July, 1935. B-4 UNIT - 10 HOURS ENDURANCE (HIGH POWER). Cylinder Head: Comp. Ratio 8.35 to 1 Ex.17749. Inlet valve Ex.17456 (1.550). Exhaust " Ex.15604 (1.300). Standard valve springs.… | ||
| Scan099 | Summary of total running times for various components of a B-4 Unit. | ||
| View original record | B-4 Unit - Total running time to date July 1st 1935. | | Number or Type | Running Time - Total | Running Time - Full Throttle | Specification | |---|---|---|---|---| | Bearings:- Main. | EB612/3/4… | ||
| Scan100 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre life and performance for the Ulster course race. | ||
| View original record | LETTER FROM DUNLOPS IN DUNLOP TYRE FILE - X.1332. X762 Exptl: Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 13th July, 1935. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Dunlop House, 1. Albany St., LONDON, N.W.1. For the attention of Mr.… | ||
| Scan101 | The transfer of a cylinder head from a previous T.T. race car to be fitted for practice. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c.c. to Hd. c.c. to HS/CTS. +U62 Hs/Rm.13/KW.15.7.35. Last Year's T.T. Cylinder Head. Will you please hand to Hd. the cylinder head which was run in last year's T.T., and which has been… | ||
| Scan102 | Letter to Dunlop expressing concerns over the weight and durability of recommended tyres for Hall's race car. | ||
| View original record | Letter from Dunlops in Dunlop Tyre File - X,1332. x262 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 11th July, 1935. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Dunlop House, 1, Albany Street, LONDON, N.W.1. For the attention of Mr.… | ||
| Scan103 | Viability of testing 6 1/4' tyres based on the unlikely prospect of a 50% life increase. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rn.5/KW.11.7.35. It is no good our carrying out a lot of tests on the 6¼" tyres if there is no prospect of them having an increased life of 50% over the ones we ran last year. From our… | ||
| Scan104 | Letter to Offord & Sons Ltd. detailing minimum rear wing clearance and radius for Mr. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | xrb2 11 Exptl. Dept. Ha/Rm.3/KW. 13th July, 1935. Messrs. Offord & Sons Ltd., 94, Gloucester Road, South Kensington, LONDON, S.W.7. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 8th July, herewith is a… | ||
| Scan105 | Letter to Messrs. Offord & Sons Ltd. concerning a sketch and clearance requirements for the rear wings of Mr. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | X62 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/KW. 12th July, 1935. Messrs. Offord & Sons Ltd., 94, Gloucester Road, South Kensington, London, S.W.7. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 8th July, herewith is a sketch… | ||
| Scan106 | Blueprint detailing measurements and clearances for an existing rear wing. | ||
| View original record | EXISTING REAR WING N.S. 52"-30' O.S. 52"-30' N.S. 53"-30' O.S. 50" N.S. 21 9/16" O.S. 20 5/16" O.S. 21" N.S. 20 5/8" 31 . 9" 37.5" BUFFER CLEARANCE 4-6" B. 35 A.E. REAR. ROLLS ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM… | ||
| Scan107 | Power development and endurance graph for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine from 1935. | ||
| View original record | 3 1/2 LITRE BENTLEY POWER DEVELOPMENT 3. 1935 ENDURANCE POWER ① CYL. HEAD. Ex17749 COMP. RATIO 9·0 : 1 IN. VALVE EX 17450 (VISSO) EX " EX 15604 (7800) CAMSHAFT EB.1085 2. 1 7/8 SU CARBS ON 1 5/8 BORE… | ||
| Scan108 | The reverse of a document page, numbered '13' with a print room stamp. | ||
| View original record | 13 [Illegible text] ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM JUL 8 1935 DERBY. | ||
| Scan109 | Urgent supply of balance weights and bolts for E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | RHC/CEP: X262 Hs/Rm.14/KW.15.7.35. Balance Weights for E.R. Hall's Car. Dunlops are supplying 16. 19" wheels for this car. These are urgently required before the end of the week, and they have… | ||
| Scan110 | Letter chasing the delivery of jacks required to proceed with making adaptors for a front axle. | ||
| View original record | +162 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/KW. 15th July, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., 53 Berkeley Court, LONDON, N.W.1. Dear Hall, Did you ever send up those Jacks ? I cannot trace having seen them and therefore we are… | ||
| Scan111 | Confirmation of a telephone conversation regarding the changing of axle gears in Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. X262 Hs/Rn. 7/KW. 15.7.35. This is to confirm our telephone conversation that you will change the axle gears at present in Hall's car for the 11/41 gears which were removed. We are hoping to… | ||
| Scan112 | Parts required for the balance weights on E.R. Hall's car wheels. | ||
| View original record | x262 To C/BS from RHC/CEP. C.C. Hs/Rm. Rm RHC/CEP.3/AP.16.7.35. Balance Weights for E.R.Hall's Car. In connection with the 16 - 19" wheels which Messrs Dunlops are supplying for the above car, the… | ||
| Scan113 | Fitting of the last set of valve push rods to chassis B-187-BL and requesting their replacement. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X762 Hs/GR.5/KW.18.7.35. Chassis No. B-187-BL. Unit No. J-3-BR. Customer - E.R. Hall. A set of 12 valve push rods, Ex.15396, have been taken from Exp. stores and fitted to the above car. As… | ||
| Scan114 | Graph plotting vehicle speed in M.P.H. against engine speed in R.P.M. for 19' and 17' wheels. | ||
| View original record | M.P.H. 80 70 60 50 40 30 10 R.P.M. 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 21-5-12. X.76 / 19" WHEELS. 17" WHEELS | ||
| Scan115 | Stamped document from the print room in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 14 ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. PRINT ROOM JUL 16 1935 DERBY. GX 299 | ||
| Scan116 | Letter discussing doubts about a car's readiness for a test at Brooklands due to parts and workshop delays. | ||
| View original record | Dear Hall I am doubtful whether we shall be ready for that Brooklands test on Friday. I want to avoid having two or three goes on the track as it is not kind to the car. It is quite clear that owing… | ||
| Scan117 | Letter discussing car readiness, testing schedules before a trip to Italy, and component fitting. | ||
| View original record | at their present rate of progress we shall be ready in about a fortnight. Therefore I can see no prospect of being able to carry out the test before you go to Italy. However, I do not think that this… | ||
| Scan118 | Letter from Temple Press Ltd. enclosing 50 leaflets for the Tourist Trophy Race in Belfast. | ||
| View original record | x262 TEMPLE PRESS LTD. NEWSPAPER PROPRIETORS PRINTERS & PUBLISHERS LONDON. 5-15, ROSEBERY AVENUE, E.C.1. TELEPHONES: CLERKENWELL 6000 (10 LINES). CABLES: "PRESSIMUS, SMITH, LONDON." TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| Scan119 | Letter discussing the delivery of a car and a tight schedule for testing a T.T. car. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 8. TELEGRAMS, REVS. L62 HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. July 25th / 35. Dear R.M, Many thanks for your letter. I will deliver the second car on Tuesday. I agree that time looks rather… | ||
| Scan120 | Correspondence regarding logistics from St Pancras and the production of light jacks. | ||
| View original record | on Wednesday. If they are unable to arrange for someone from Lilley road to take them up they will wire you which train they are sending them from St Pancras. We have at last procured some very… | ||
| Scan121 | Letter requesting four pit passes from a Captain Philips for an R.A.C. event. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE 8. TELEGRAMS, REVS. X262 HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. July 26th /35. Dear HS, I have today written to Capt Philips to ask him for four pit passes as requested by you. If you receive a… | ||
| Scan122 | Letter to Thomas Cook & Son Ltd. requesting the purchase of ten tickets for the R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | J262 Expl. Dept. Hs /Rm.1/MJ. 29th. July, 1935. Messrs. Thomas Cook & Son Ltd., Barker Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, Will you please let me have ten tickets for the R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race on… | ||
| Scan123 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club to E.R. Hall concerning pit access for the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W. 1. x262 Address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C/29735/AWP/MSA. Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| Scan124 | Letter from the Experimental Department requesting to reserve ten tickets for the R.A.C. T.T. Race. | ||
| View original record | +262 Experimental Dept. 30th July, 1935. Hs/Rm.7/ETM. Messrs. Thos.Cook & Sons Ltd. Berkeley Street, LONDON. W.1. Dear Sirs, Will you please reserve for me ten tickets for the R.A.C. T.T. Race taking… | ||
| Scan125 | Letter from a travel agency regarding booking for an excursion to Belfast for the T.T. Races and a missing cheque. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE : GROSVENOR 4000. EXTENSION......70...... INLAND TELEGRAMS : "COUPON, PICCY, LONDON." CABLES : "COUPON, LONDON." +62 THOS. COOK & SON, LTD. WORLD-WIDE TRAVEL SERVICE ESTABLISHED 1841.… | ||
| Scan126 | Authorizing the fitting of Lead Bronze Bearings to chassis B.35.AE and recommending the replacement of connecting rod bolts. | ||
| View original record | 4262 To Hd. Repair Dept. c. RHC. c. Sft. Lead Bronze Bearings. Sg. has agreed that Mr. Hall's second chassis, B.35.AE, shall be used as one of the cars to which Lead Bronze Bearings are to be fitted.… | ||
| Scan127 | Letter from Thos. Cook & Son acknowledging payment and confirming the preparation of ten tickets. | ||
| View original record | x262 TELEPHONE : GROSVENOR 4000. EXTENSION...... 70 INLAND TELEGRAMS : " COUPON, PICCY, LONDON." CABLES : " COUPON, LONDON." THOS. COOK & SON, LTD. WORLD-WIDE TRAVEL SERVICE ESTABLISHED 1841. GENERAL… | ||
| Scan128 | Letter from the Ethyl Export Corporation offering to fly Mr. E.W. Hives in their aircraft to the Ulster race. | ||
| View original record | CABLEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, LONDON. TELEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, CHURTON, SOWEST +262 ETHYL EXPORT CORPORATION Incorporated in the State of Delaware U.S.A. with limited liability. THAMES HOUSE, MILLBANK LONDON,… | ||
| Scan129 | Brief letter to E.H. Hall regarding a letter from the R.A.C. | ||
| View original record | X162 Expl. Dept. Ha/Rm.3/MJ. 1st. August, 1935. E.H. Hall Esq., Hartley Cottage, KIRKBURTON, Yorkshire. Dear Hall, Thank you for your letter from the R.A.C. dated July 29th. I have written to them… | ||
| Scan130 | Letter from the Experimental Department to the Royal Automobile Club requesting event passes for four named individuals. | ||
| View original record | L262 Expl. Dept. HS Rm.1/MJ. 1st. August, 1935. A.W. Phillips, Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Phillips, Mr. Hall has handed on your letter of July 29th. to me. It… | ||
| Scan131 | Telegram confirming the departure and arrival times for 'Halls Wings' at Derby. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED Prefix, Time handed In, Office of Origin and Service Instructions, Words. From PM 4 22m 81 381 3.55 EUSTON A 14 TS ROBOTHAM ROLLS ROYCE EXPT DEPT… | ||
| Scan132 | Request to dispatch three K.L.G.827 sparking plugs to Mr. E.R. Hall in Folkestone. | ||
| View original record | Y 262 Central Stores. From Hs/CTS. c. to S.O. Hs/CTS.10/MJ.2.8.35. Will you please despatch three sparking plugs herewith K.L.G.827 to Mr. E.R.Hall, c/o. The G.P.O., Folkestone. These to be sent by… | ||
| Scan133 | Request for a dozen K.L.G.827 spark plugs for T.T. test bed work. | ||
| View original record | Y 262 Expl. Dept. HS/Rm.11/MJ. 2nd. August, 1935. Major C.M. Carrington, Messrs. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London, S.W.15 Dear Major Carrington, We are… | ||
| Scan134 | Letter to F.R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation regarding travel arrangements with Mr. Hives. | ||
| View original record | 8262 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/MJ. 2nd. August, 1935. F.R. Banks Esq., Ethyl Export Corporation, Thames House, Millbank, London.S.W.1. My dear Banks, Thank you for your letter of the 1st. inst. I discussed… | ||
| Scan135 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding access passes for the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | X 262 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W. 1. Address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C/2835/AWP/MSA. Your Reference:- Hs/Rm.1/MJ. Telegrams:… | ||
| Scan136 | Letter thanking The Royal Automobile Club for race passes. | ||
| View original record | Y 762 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.S/MJ. 3rd. August, 1935. A.W. Phillips Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London.S.W.1. Dear Mr. Phillips, Thank you for agreeing to let us have passes giving us… | ||
| Scan137 | Technical data sheet detailing road speed, revolutions per mile, and radius increase for various tyre sizes. | ||
| View original record | 15 5.8.35. E.R. Hall - Tyre Sizes. Road Speed 11/41 at 5000 at 100 MPH. 1. 5.50 x 18 Buttressed 118.5 89.25" 93 2. 5.50 x 19 Special 123 93.00" 96.75 3. 6.00 x 19 "90" 127 96.00" 99.75 4. 6.50 x 19… | ||
| Scan138 | Requesting confirmation about the fitment and effectiveness of Perfect Circle oil seals in a rear axle. | ||
| View original record | To Hd; from Hs/Rm. L/262 Hs/Rm.7/KW.6.8.35. Perfect Circle Oil Seals in the Rear Axle, to prevent oil leaking on to the Brakes. Will you please confirm that these oil seals have been fitted to the… | ||
| Scan139 | Request to confirm the availability of 11/43 axle gears for E.R. Hall's race car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X 262 Hs/Rm.6/KW.6.8.35. Axle for E.R. Hall's Car. In view of the very large tyres we are using this year, we may require 11/43 axle gears for the race. We shall be glad if you will confirm… | ||
| Scan140 | List of outstanding work to be carried out on E.R. Hall's Car (B-35-AE). | ||
| View original record | 4n62✓ To Hs /G. Ratcliffe. c. to HB. Ha/Rm.2/KW.10.8.35. B-35-AE. E.R. Hall's Car. The following outstanding work remains to be done on this car :- (1) The helical geared oil pump to be replaced by a… | ||
| Scan141 | Outlining required actions regarding wings, engine points, and jacks, and noting a colleague's return. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.2/KW.10.8.35. (9) Cont'd. These wings will have to be urged or they will get behind-hand. Before the wings are sent away the fitting should be completed so that they can be dropped on when… | ||
| Scan142 | List of jobs to be carried out on E.R. Hall's Car, chassis B-35-AE. | ||
| View original record | x262 To Hd. Hs/Gry.5/KW.12.8.35. B-35-AE - E.R. Hall's Car. We should be glad if you would carry out the following jobs on this car :- (1) Fit a platform for two ignition coils. (2) Fit the oil pump… | ||
| Scan143 | Letter from CEANDESS, LTD. regarding a query for a 5-inch filler cap for a T.T. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Telephone No. 22468, Wolverhampton Telegrams: CEANDESS, MERRIDALE ST. Directors: W. B. CHILTON T. A. STEVENS H. SCOTT CEANDESS, LTD. GENERAL PRESS WORKERS IN MOST METALS. CAPSTAN WORKERS. MERRIDALE… | ||
| Scan144 | Letter from the Royal Automobile Club regarding the preliminary scrutineering of a Bentley race car. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference E MH/OP. Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone: WHITEHALL 2345 (26… | ||
| Scan145 | Letter to The Royal Automobile Club regarding the preliminary scrutiny of E.R. Hall's Bentley for the 1935 T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | x262 Exptl. Dept. HS/Gry.17/KW.14.8.35. 14th August, 1935. The Secretary, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, Re: 1935 R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race. We thank you for your… | ||
| Scan146 | Letter regarding the return and repair of damaged rear wings, and a request to upgrade the studs for E.R. Hall's T.T. Car. | ||
| View original record | Xv62 Exptl. Dept. HS/Gry.2/KW. 14th August, 1935. Messrs. Offord & Sons Ltd., 94, Gloucester Road, South Kensington, LONDON, S.W.7. Dear Sirs, E.R. Hall's T.T. Car. We are returning to you two rear… | ||
| Scan147 | Letter to Ceandess Limited regarding detail prints for a petrol filler on Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X-162 Exptl. Dept. Hs/GR.10/KW. 14th August, 1935. Messrs. Ceandess Limited, Merridale Works, Merridale Street, Woverhampton. Your Ref: HS/MD. Dear Sirs, Petrol Filler for Mr. E.R.Hall's Bentley. We… | ||
| Scan148 | Letter from Ceandess Ltd. acknowledging receipt of detail prints for an existing filler cap. | ||
| View original record | Telephone No. 22466 Wolverhampton Telegrams: CEANDESS, MERRIDALE ST. Directors: W. B. CHILTON T. A. STEVENS H. SCOTT CEANDESS, LTD. GENERAL PRESS WORKERS IN MOST METALS. CAPSTAN WORKERS. MERRIDALE… | ||
| Scan149 | Request to make and supply brake equaliser levers for chassis B-187-BL, E.R. Hall's practice car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x262 Hs/GR.6/KW.16.8.35. Chassis B-187-BL. E.R. Hall. Will you please make and supply the following parts for the above practice car :- Brake Equaliser Levers. Ex.12676/7. 1 off each.… | ||
| Scan150 | Letter to Ceandess Limited regarding the dimensions for a new petrol filler for Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | x/62 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.10/KW. 16th August, 1935. Messrs. Ceandess Limited, Merridale Works, Merridale St., Wolverhampton. Petrol Filler for Mr. E.R. Hall's Car. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| Scan151 | Letter from Offord & Sons Ltd regarding the repair of car wings and the making of new bolts. | ||
| View original record | X262 CARS ARE ONLY DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF AT OWNERS' RISK AND THE COMPANY DO NOT ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM FIRE, THEFT OR ANY OTHER CAUSE 24 PRIZE MEDALS AWARDED WORKS 30 FULHAM… | ||
| Scan152 | Letter from Offord & Sons Ltd. concerning the dispatch of car wings in a crate. | ||
| View original record | x262 CARS ARE ONLY DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF AT OWNERS' RISK AND THE COMPANY DO NOT ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM FIRE, THEFT OR ANY OTHER CAUSE 24 PRIZE MEDALS AWARDED WORKS 30 FULHAM… | ||
| Scan153 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding the 1935 Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | x262 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference E MH/CP. Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone: WHITEHALL 2345… | ||
| Scan154 | Telegram inquiring about the shipment status of nine remaining wheels. | ||
| View original record | X-62 19.8.35. HALL, HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. HAVE YOU SENT US REMAINING NINE WHEELS ? GRYLLS, ROYCAR; | ||
| Scan155 | Proposal from British-American Air Services to charter a private aeroplane for the T.T. Races and Manx Grand Prix. | ||
| View original record | CABLES: "HARTICI88S. LONDON" INLAND TELEGRAMS: "HARTICI88S. HOUNSLOW" DIRECTORS: A.J. EDMUNDS, M.A.F.O. D.S. GIBBS. (U.S.A) MAJOR. M. PETO. G.C. JEWSON. BRITISH-AMERICAN AIR SERVICES, LTD TAXIS… | ||
| Scan156 | Letter to British-American Air Services Ltd. declining their offer of transport for motor races. | ||
| View original record | X262 Exptl. Dept. HS/Gry.10/KW. 23rd August, 1935. The British-American Air Services Ltd., Heston Airport, Hounslow, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Gibbs. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| Scan157 | Letter from the Experimental Department to E.R. Hall regarding prints of possible tyres and axles. | ||
| View original record | X262 Exptl. Dept. HB/Gry.1/KW. 24th August, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., Hartley Cottage, Kirkburton, Yorks. Dear Hall, Herewith are all the prints of possible tyres and axles. You will notice that your… | ||
| Scan158 | Inquiry regarding viewing locations for the Ulster TT race. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 14-15 CONDUIT STREET LONDON - W-1 TELEGRAMS 'ROLHEAD PICCY, LONDON' TELEPHONES MAYFAIR 6201 (7 Lines) IN YOUR REPLY PLEASE QUOTE CODES USED A.B.C. (5TH EDITION) BENTLEYS MARCONI:… | ||
| Scan159 | Letter from Kenneth Harcombe. | ||
| View original record | the fellow I am going with was at Repton Gordon Thomas by name - I imagine after you so I dont think you would have known him. Hoping I shall run across you over there. yours ever. Kenneth Harcombe | ||
| Scan160 | Report of work carried out on E.R. Hall's car, B-35-AE, for the Ulster T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | To Hs, Hs/Fan. HS/GR.S/KW. 26.8.35. X-162 Report of work carried out on B-35-AE, E.R. Hall's car, for Ulster T.T. July 20th. Collected this car from the Repair Dept. and delivered it to Sanderson &… | ||
| Scan161 | Preparation of a car, including wheel nuts, wings, wheels, and tyres, for shipment to Ireland. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/GR. S/KW. 26.8.35. Ex.12676/7 - 1 off each Ex.14670 - 2 off } Made in Exp. Dept. for B-187-BL (Mr.Hall) See Hs/Gry. Second set of racing wheel nuts in hand for use in Ireland (made in Exp.)… | ||
| Scan162 | Letter from the Royal Automobile Club concerning road passes for the 1935 Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | TOURIST TROPHY RACE, 1935 Telephone : BELFAST 7090 Royal Automobile Club, T.T. Race Office, Grand Central Hotel, Belfast. 30th August, 1935. W. A. Robotham, Esq., Rolls-Royce Ltd., Experimental… | ||
| Scan163 | Letter advising on how to view the Ulster race and the unavailability of pit passes. | ||
| View original record | x262 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.4/KW. 3rd September,1935. K. Harcombe Esq., White Lodge, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset. Dear Hb., Thank you for your letter of the 25th. I am sorry I have not replied before but I… | ||
| Scan164 | Letter to Thomas Cook & Son Ltd. regarding the return of an unused ticket. | ||
| View original record | x262 Exptl: Dept. Hs/Rm.38/KW. 3rd September,1935. Messrs. Thomas Cook & Son Ltd., Berkeley St., Piccadilly, LONDON, W.1. Dear Sirs, I am returning to you one ticket No. 82, which I find I do not… | ||
| Scan165 | Thank you letter to Mr. A.W. Phillips of The Royal Automobile Club regarding road passes. | ||
| View original record | +162 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.39/KW. 3rd September 1935. A.W.Phillips, Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Phillips, Thank you for your letter of the 31st August, together… | ||
| Scan166 | Graph and table correlating road speed in MPH to engine RPM for various tyre sizes, for 'Halls Car T.T. 1935'. | ||
| View original record | Rolling Circ. & Road Speed XN62 TABLE DATA: Type | at 90 M.P.H. Measured | Rolling Circ at 90 M.P.H. A + 3 1/2 % | Road Speed at 5000 --- Buttress Special | 5.50 X 18 | 89.25 | 93. | 118.5 Special |… | ||
| Scan167 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club T.T. Race Office in Belfast, requesting a pass for a hired car to move around the race course. | ||
| View original record | x262 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.10/KW. 5th September,1935. A.W. Phillips, Esq., Royal Automobile Club, T.T. Race Office, Grand Central Hotel, Belfast, Ireland. Dear Mr. Phillips, Mr. Ferguson will not be able… | ||
| Scan168 | Letter from a travel agency confirming a telephone conversation about a ticket that is no longer required. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: SIR EDMUND WYLDbore SMITH STANLEY ADAMS LT.-COL. SIR F. O. BACHELOR, D.S.O. BARON BRUNO SCHRÖDER (GERMAN) B. D. F. DOOKER LEON J. GARCEY (AMERICAN, FORMERLY BELGIAN) SIR EDWARD GRIGG,… | ||
| Scan169 | Newspaper clipping from the 'Sunday Dispatch' reporting on Freddie Dixon's victory in the 500-miles Ulster T.T. road race. | ||
| View original record | 500-MILES ROAD RACE Sunday Dispatch, SEPTEMBER 8, 1935 13 WON BY 73 SECONDS Freddie Dixon Holds Off Break-neck Challenge In Ulster T.T. ONE CAR WRECKED: ONE OVERTURNS A SKID AT 80 m.p.h. WAS ONLY AN… | ||
| Scan170 | Newspaper clipping from the Sunday Despatch reporting on a car race. | ||
| View original record | SUNDAY DESPATCH, CONT'D. 8th Sept. 1935. The final stage of the race was fought out on the tiptoe of excitement. Dixon had the race in his pocket 60 miles from home with approximately four minutes of… | ||
| Scan171 | Collection of newspaper clippings from the 'Sunday Graphic and Sunday News' about the Ulster T.T. and King's Cup races. | ||
| View original record | SUNDAY GRAPHIC and SUNDAY NEWS. Speed Kings Thrill Thousands Dixon Skids His Way to Victory in Most Sensational Road Race Seen in Britain 200 m.p.h. “KING’S CUP” Britain's two fastest and most… | ||
| Scan172 | Newspaper clipping from the 'Sunday Graphic and Sunday News' showing photos from the 1935 Ulster T.T. motor race. | ||
| View original record | SUNDAY GRAPHIC and SUNDAY NEWS. September 8, 1935. RACING UP TO DATE.—Miss Doreen Evans, who was pit manager for her brother Dennis in the Ulster T.T. Race yesterday, kept in touch with him by… | ||
| Scan173 | Newspaper report from The Sunday Times covering the Tourist Trophy car race on the Ards Circuit. | ||
| View original record | THE SUNDAY TIMES, SEPTEMBER 8, 1935 DIXON WINS THE "T.T." THRILLS IN FAMOUS RACE CAR LEAPS A HEDGE ANOTHER FALLS ON TOP OF IT BY OUR MOTORING CORRESPONDENT BELFAST, Saturday. Held this year for the… | ||
| Scan174 | Newspaper clipping from The Sunday Times reporting on a motor race. | ||
| View original record | THE SUNDAY TIMES, SEPTEMBER 8, 1935 AN AMAZING COINCIDENCE Sammy Davis's car left the road at almost the same spot at Bradshaw's Brae as Langley's had done earlier, leapt over the hedge in exactly the… | ||
| Scan175 | Practice lap times for the R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | X262 R. A. C. TOURIST TROPHY RACE. File in E.R. Hall's file 40-1-2 / 40-20- 32 SECS PRACTICE LAPS. WEDNESDAY, 4TH. SEPTEMBER, 1935. NO. CAR DRIVER 1st. LAP. 2nd. LAP. 3rd. LAP. 4th. LAP. 5th. LAP.… | ||
| Scan176 | List of practice lap times for the R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | R. A. C. TOURIST TROPHY RACE. PRACTICE LAPS. WEDNESDAY, 4th. SEPTEMBER, 1935. (2) NO. CAR DRIVER 1st. Lap. 2nd. Lap. 3rd. Lap. 4th. Lap. 5th. Lap. 6th. Lap. 7th. Lap. 8th. Lap. 17 Aston Martin… | ||
| Scan177 | Timesheet for practice laps of the R.A.C. Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | R. A. C. TOURIST TROPHY RACE. WEDNESDAY, 4th. SEPTEMBER, 1935. (3) PRACTICE LAPS. No. | CAR. | DRIVER. | 1st. Lap. | 2nd. Lap. | 3rd. Lap. | 4th. Lap. | 5th. Lap. | 6th. Lap. | 7th. Lap. | 8th. Lap.… | ||
| Scan178 | Identifying the Albert Memorial Clock and an address. | ||
| View original record | R A C 65 Chichester St. Albert Memorial Clock. | ||
| Scan179 | Letter to Thos. Cook & Son Ltd. confirming a ticket was handed over in Liverpool and requesting a credit for the balance. | ||
| View original record | X262 Exptl: Dept. Hs/Rm.G/KW. 10th September,1935. Messrs. Thos: Cook & Son Ltd., Berkeley St., London, W.1. Your Ref: BK/36807/TS. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter dated the 6th inst., I handed the… | ||
| Scan180 | Letter from Thos. Cook & Son, Ltd. regarding a refund for an unused ticket from Manchester to Belfast. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: SIR EDMUND WYLDBORE-SMITH. LT.-COL. SIR M. H. G. MATTHEW-LANNOWE, D.S.O. B. D. F. DOCKER. LEON J. GARCKE, (AMERICAN, FORMERLY BELGIAN) E. C. EDWARDS, (GREEK) R. MANGY-NORLEMAIRE (FRENCH)… | ||
| Scan181 | Letter requesting a search for missing tools in a packing case before its return to the Works. | ||
| View original record | LG62 Exptl. Dept. HS/GR.11/KW. 12th September, 1935. Mr. E. Thompson, Messrs. O.D. Cars Ltd., Dunmore, Antrim Road, Belfast, Ireland. Dear Sir, In your Garage there is a large packing case which… | ||
| Scan182 | Letter of thanks for the return of a valve tool found in a garage. | ||
| View original record | x62 Exptl. Dept. HS/GR.18/KW. 13th September, 1935. Mr. E. Thompson, O.D. Cars Ltd., Dunmore, Antrim Road, Belfast, Ireland. Dear Sir, Will you please thank G.R. for returning the valve tool found in… | ||
| Scan183 | Letter to Mr. E. Thompson of O.D. Cars Limited regarding the return of tools. | ||
| View original record | X162 Exptl. Dept. HE/GR.3/KW. 19th September,1935. Mr. E. Thompson, O.D. Cars Limited, Dunmore, Antrim Road, Belfast, Ireland. Dear Sir, Many thanks for the return of my tools. These are now complete… | ||
| Scan184 | Request to reassemble the B-11 Unit for E.R. Hall's car to be timed before the Shelsley Hill Climb. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x 262 Hs/CTS.6/KW.19.9.35. B-11 Unit (E.R. Hall). Will you please reassemble this unit, as quickly as possible. We wish to time it on the bed before the car runs at the Shelsley Hill Climb… | ||
| Scan185 | Invoicing status and cost of 10 Dunlop wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. from G/Rb. G/Rb.3/A/W.19935. Rm B.35-AE - E.R. Hall [Handwritten]: G. Radcliffe [Handwritten]: Have these wheels & tyres been sent back yet? Rm Referring to memo Hs/CEP.1/LS.24.8.27., it… | ||
| Scan186 | Weight comparison of original and new front and rear road springs for Chassis B-35-AE. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rn. +no2 Hs/GR.22/KW.20.9.35. Chassis B-35-AE (E.R.Hall). Front and Rear Road Springs. Road springs taken off B-35-AE complete with clips, packings and jack pads. Both rear 92 lbs. 14 ozs. Both… | ||
| Scan187 | The return of Dunlop tyres and the replacement of an Exide battery for chassis B-35-AE. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. S/RG X262 Hs/GR.1/KW.23.9.35. Chassis B-35-AE. E.R. Hall. Replying to G/Rb.3/A/W.19935. The Dunlop tyres were taken off by the India Co's racing staff in Ireland. The 10 wheels and tyres in… | ||
| Scan188 | Inquiry to Hall regarding tyres for the Shelsley motorsport event. | ||
| View original record | X762 HALL, HARTLEY COTTAGE, KIRKBURTON, YORKS. WHAT ARE YOU DOING ABOUT TYRES FOR SHELSLEY ? 25.9.35. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| Scan189 | Brief typed inquiry to a Mr. Hall regarding tyres for the Shelsley event. | ||
| View original record | X262 25.9.35. Hall, 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. WHAT ARE YOU DOING ABOUT TYRES FOR SHELSLEY ? ROBOTHAM + | ||
| Scan190 | Mr. E.R. Hall's request to refit his car with a T.T. head and T.T. axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To Hd, c. to Hs/GR. c. to Hs/CTS. x262 Hs/Rn.11/KW.1.10.35. MR. E.R. Hall's Car. We had a request from Mr. E.R. Hall on the telephone to put the T.T. head back on his car, together with the T.T. axle… | ||
| Scan191 | Lack of side load surface on Bentley rear hubs and an attached schematic with a proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | To BY. R m GRY- Da.5/MN.3.10.35. X262 Copy to Mr Hs. HDY RHC. BENTLEY - Rear Hubs. To deal with the question of lack of side load surface between the rear hub and the locating ball bearing,… | ||
| Scan192 | Instructions for fitting T.T. rear axle gears and other modifications for E.R. Hall's Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 7262 To RHC. c. to Hs/GR. c. to Hs/CTS. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 7.10.35. E.R. Hall's Chassis. Will you please fit the T.T. rear axle gears, i.e., 11/41, back in the axle of this car. Will you also please examine… | ||
| Scan193 | Covering letter for a promised T.T. film sent for viewing and subsequent return. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Bly/23R10.10.35. Dear Rm, Herewith the promised T.T. film which has just been returned, and considered quite good for my first effort. When you have shown it to all who are interested, perhaps… | ||
| Scan194 | Brief typed note regarding the borrowing of a film. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Bly. V-62 Hs/Rm.11/KW.19.10.35. Bly/23.R.10.10.35. Thank you for the film. I should like to keep it for a fortnight or so, if you want it before then, please let me know and I will send it back… | ||
| Scan195 | Brief typed memo giving permission to keep a film. | ||
| View original record | X262 S/W - Rm. Bly/wll/24.10.35. That is all right, keep the film as long as you wish. Bly. ✓ | ||
| Scan196 | Request for the return of a car jack left behind after a breakdown involving Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X762 W/K. HS/AFM.8/KW.1.11.35. On the occasion when Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley broke down recently, owing to a misunderstanding with you the driver was left with the car's Jack which he could not carry.… | ||
| Scan197 | Cover letter to E.R. Hall enclosing a copy of another letter sent to his Berkeley Court address. | ||
| View original record | X262 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.22/KW. 8th November, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., Hartley Cottage, Kirkburton, Yorks. Dear Hall, Enclosed is a copy of a letter which I have to-day written to your Berkeley Court… | ||
| Scan198 | Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment requesting an opinion on the aerodynamic design of a Bentley car for the T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | X/762 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.18/KW. 8th November, 1935. Meredith, Esq., Research Department, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, Hants. Dear Mr. Meredith, You will remember our discussion… | ||
| Scan199 | Letter providing aerodynamic feedback on a blueprint. | ||
| View original record | Senior Staff mess R.A.E. 17th November 1935 Dear Mr Robotham From the pure drag point of view I would make the following criticisms of the blue print you sent me on the 8th inst. (i) The sweep up of… | ||
| Scan200 | Letter discussing aerodynamic improvements, mentioning fairings, streamlining, and wind tunnel exploration. | ||
| View original record | essential. (ii) The open pockets for the wheels would go a long way to spoil the streamlining. Here again I realise you are up against practical difficulties. (iii) A head fairing for the driver would… | ||
| Scan201 | Letter to Mr. Robotham arranging a time for a car collection. | ||
| View original record | x262 53, BERKELEY COURT, N.W.1. WELBECK 5010. November 18th 1935 Dear Mr Robotham. My husband has asked me to write & ask you if next Tuesday Nov. 26th will be convenient to you for us to come up for… | ||
| Scan202 | Closing and signature from a letter or note. | ||
| View original record | from here. Kind regards yours sincerely Joan S. Hall | ||
| Scan203 | Letter to Mrs. E.R. Hall arranging a meeting to discuss streamlining. | ||
| View original record | +262 Exptl. Dept. 20th November, 1935. Hs/Rm.19/KW. Mrs. E.R. Hall, 53, Berekeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Mrs. Hall, Thank you for your letter of November 18th. I shall be away on Tuesday the 26th,… | ||
| Scan204 | Letter to Mr. Robotham arranging a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 53, BERKELEY COURT, N.W.1. WELBECK 5010. November 21st 1938 Dear Mr Robotham. Thank you for your letter of November 20th. We could come to Derby on Wednesday 27th or Friday 29th. If you will let us… | ||
| Scan205 | From Joan E. Hall regarding her arrival in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Arriving Derby 11.9.a.m. My husband has asked me to ask you if you could send to meet us. Yours sincerely Joan E. Hall | ||
| Scan206 | Letter from the Experimental Department confirming arrangements for a visit. | ||
| View original record | X62 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.14/KW. 23rd November, 1935. Mrs. E.R. Hall, 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Mrs. Hall, Wednesday will be quite convenient for your visit. We will pick you up at 11.9… | ||
| Scan207 | Letter acknowledging suggestions and mentioning an attempt to get an analysis of a car. | ||
| View original record | X162 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.37/KW. 25th November, 1935. J.M. Meredith Esq., Senior Staff Mess, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, Hants. Dear Mr. Meredith, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| Scan208 | Letter sending a blueprint of a car and suggesting wind tunnel testing for variations. | ||
| View original record | X262 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.28/KW. 29th November, 1935. E.R. Hall, Esq., 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Hall, Herewith a blue print of the car as you took it away. You will appreciate that though… | ||
| Scan209 | Brief memo concerning the loan and return of a T.T. film. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Bly. X 262 Hs/Rm.4/KW.19.12.35. Herewith the T.T. film. Thank you very much for it, though I have not yet seen it. I shall be glad if you will let me have it back after Christmas, if convenient.… | ||
| Scan210 | Letter to E.R. Hall regarding practical tests for speed-increasing inventions if the Streamlined body project fails. | ||
| View original record | XV62 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 30th December, 1935 E.R. Hall, Esq., 53, Berkeley Court, London, N.W.1. Dear Hall, In case our Streamlined body does not pan out, you might write Sr. and find if any… | ||
| Scan211 | Regulations for the 1935 Tourist Trophy Car Race of the Royal Automobile Club. | ||
| View original record | X262 17 REGULATIONS FOR THE TOURIST TROPHY CAR RACE OF THE ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB 1935 Cancelling all previous issues. | ||