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Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. proposing a meeting to discuss a new tyre and distribution facilities.24th Mar 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0102
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company arranging a meeting to discuss a new tyre and distribution facilities.25th Mar 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0103
Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting the effective rolling radius of a tyre for speedometer purposes.6th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0104
Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre radius data and a customs issue with a shipment to France.13th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0105
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of tyres without tubes to France.14th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0106
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the resumption of systematic tests on their Skid Pan.19th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0107
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. regarding a tyre that 'threw its tread' during a 100 m.p.h. test.20th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0108
Requesting a failed 6.50 x 16 Avon tyre be sent back to The Avon India Rubber Co. for examination.20th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0109
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production and despatch of four 6.50/16 tyres.20th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0110
Short typed message regarding the availability of a skidpan.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0111
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the usability of the Skid Pan and arranging tests.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0112
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the failure of a 6.50/16 tyre during high-speed testing and the development of a new tyre construction.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0113
Telex inquiry to Rubber Melksham about the arrival of new tyres in Derby.24th Mar 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0114
Telegram confirming the Wednesday arrival of tyres in Derby.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0115
Telegram from Avon regarding a delay in delivering tyres with new breaker constructions.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0116
Letter to Dr. J.G. Mackay of The Avon India Rubber Co., Ltd., rescheduling an appointment.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0117
Telegram received by telephone regarding the arrival of tyres in Derby.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0118
Telegram received by telephone regarding the arrival of tyres in Derby.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0119
Telegram communication regarding the urgent delivery of tyres to either Derby or Brooklands.24th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0120
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham confirming a meeting arrangement.25th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0121
Receiving tyres from the Avon Rubber Co. and requesting a covering order.27th Apr 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0122
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre specifications and proposals for Bentley cars.1st May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0123
Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company regarding tyre testing, power loss data, and future arrangements.3rd May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0124
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. regarding tyre testing logistics and specifications.2nd May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0125
Requesting a covering order for 12 tyres ordered from the Avon Rubber Co.2nd May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0126
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the return or scrapping of unused early types of tyres.3rd May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0127
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding the collection of old test tyres.4th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0128
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company regarding the cancellation of Skin Pan tests and collection of surplus tyres.4th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0129
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company discussing tyre specifications and testing for forthcoming Continental trials.4th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0130
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about upcoming high-speed tyre tests at Brooklands.5th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0131
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding instructions for the collection of tyres.5th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0132
Van to transport specific tyres and a motor jack from Derby to the Birmingham Depot.5th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0133
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the collection of tyres for skid pan tests.8th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0134
Letter to a tyre manufacturer about tyre stud pattern issues and a proposed valve construction.9th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0135
Invoice from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. for tyres and tubes, and a subsequent issue with the tubes.11th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0136
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre tread pattern modifications, mould production, and testing.12th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0137
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding Sketch FD.336 for discs on wire wheels for Bentley 5 and Wraith III models.15th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0138
Inquiry sent to Franco Britannic Autos in Paris regarding the arrival of an Avon Tyres shipment in Chateauroux.15th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0139
Requesting the return of two part-worn Avon tyres to the manufacturer for examination.15th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0140
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing tyre design modifications and testing arrangements.20th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0141
Internal office order requesting the purchase of tyres based on a previous memo.26th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0142
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. requesting 20 covers of 5-stud and 4-stud patterns.26th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0143
Letter from Avon Tyres confirming the supply of tyres for fitment on Bentley cars, distinguishing them from special test tyres for Brooklands.27th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0144
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about fitting solid tyres to wheels for dynamometer testing.31th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0145
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and construction of ten 5-stud pattern tyre covers.31th May 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0146
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company discussing the feasibility and specifications for fitting solid tyres.2nd Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0147
Telegram regarding the travel of tyre fitters to Derby for skidpan tests.7th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0148
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the postponement of a visit.7th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0149
Request to order 12 inner tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. for delivery to France, with specific stamping instructions for customs clearance.8th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0150
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting 12 tyres to be sent to France for testing.10th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0151
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding upcoming tyre tests at Brooklands.22th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0152
Letter from a tyre manufacturer regarding tyre and rim specifications for a 1940 Continental Touring model.26th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0153
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding tyre and rim sizes for testing.27th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0154
Letter from a tyre supplier regarding the specifications, supply, and testing of various experimental tyres.29th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0155
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a copy of shipping advice for 15 packages despatched to Imperial Airways Ltd.29th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0156
Despatch advice for tyres and tubes from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd.29th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0157
Shipping advice note from The Avon India Rubber Co. for a consignment of 5 bales and 10 bundles for Rolls Royce Ltd.29th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0158
Packing detail sheet listing contents, measurements, and weights for multiple lots of tyres and tubes.30th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0159
Despatch of tyres to France, including sizes, tread thickness, and a warning about specific tyres being out of tolerance.30th Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0160
Cancelled memo regarding the despatch of a 4 1/2' Sankey wheel rim to the Avon Rubber Co.Ltd.1st Jun 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0161
Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding wheel fitment, Michelin tyre investigation and dynamometer testing.3rd Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0162
Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company regarding the supply of a wheel, Michelin tyres, and a water brake.4th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0163
Letter from the Avon India Rubber Company confirming the dispatch of ten 6.50/16 tyres and tubes from a modified mould.7th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0164
List of tyres at Chateauroux and a query about the markings on Avon tyres.12th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0165
List of new Avon and Dunlop tyres and tubes at Chateauroux, detailing quantities, sizes, and serial numbers.12th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0166
Continued list of new Dunlop tyres and tubes at Chateauroux.14th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0167
Tyres and wheels, referencing previous correspondence and giving instructions on usage.14th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0168
Requesting an order be placed with the Avon India Rubber Co. for tyres dispatched to Chateauroux.17th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0169
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a sketch of hydraulic measuring apparatus for tyre loss.25th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0170
Arranging the urgent dispatch of a 16 x 4½ wire wheel to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd.26th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0171
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a sketch for a Hydraulic Machining Unit used in determining Tyre power loss.27th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0172
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing sharing the cost of sending tyres by air mail to France.31th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0173
Invoice detailing the costs for shipping motor covers and tubes by air to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd.14th Jul 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0174
Invoice for tyres and tubes from the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd.9th Aug 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0175
Letter from a tyre supplier proposing two methods for measuring the power loss of tyres using dynamometers.1st Sep 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0176
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a staff member's military call-up and continuity of service.4th Sep 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0177
Inquiry about a 16 x 4½' Wire Wheel loaned to Avon Rubber Co. Ltd. which has not yet been returned.2nd Nov 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0178
Wheel to be kept at the Avon Rubber Co. for reference.7th Nov 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0179
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of tyres.23th Dec 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0180
Official order for tyres to be sent to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd.20th Dec 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0181
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a supply of special and standard tyres.20th Dec 1939Box 156 \ 3  scan0182
Letter to The Avon Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the diameter of test drums to better simulate road conditions.9th Jan 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0183
The despatch of six Avon Speed Special tyres and tubes to Paris for chassis B.12.AW.14th Feb 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0184
Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. seeking approval for tyre pressure recommendations for new Standard and Corniche Bentley models.17th Feb 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0185
Letter from Avon India Rubber Company approving tyre pressures for Standard and Corniche Bentley models.23th Feb 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0186
Proposal from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. to test experimental tyres on service cars due to wartime restrictions.6th Mar 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0187
Internal order for Avon tyres and inner tubes.7th Mar 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0188
Letter to Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the testing of new tyre compounds.11th Mar 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0189
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the use of experimental tyres on two test cars.18th Mar 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0190
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about the performance of high-speed tyres sent for testing on a 'Corniche' type car.30th Mar 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0191
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding special high speed tyres.15th Apr 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0192
Arrangement for mileage testing of 8 Avon tyres and tubes.9th May 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0193
Order for tyres and tubes from Avon India Rubber Co.2nd May 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0194
Despatch advice from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd for a delivery of tyre covers and tubes.1st May 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0195
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd regarding squealing tyres and requesting modified replacements.6th Aug 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0196
Dispatch of four worn-out Avon tyres for inspection.4th Oct 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0197
Letter to The Avon Rubber Co. reporting mileage results from testing experimental tyres and mentioning a squealing issue.7th Oct 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0198
Letter to The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to demonstrate new covers.13th Oct 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0199
Letter from Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. about the testing of experimental tyres and proposing a meeting to discuss car and tyre development.9th Oct 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0200
Letter from a tyre supplier regarding tyre squeal on corners.14th Aug 1940Box 156 \ 3  scan0201


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