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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Secret memo detailing urgent modifications to a Paulin Bentley belonging to Embiricos for a publicity run.12th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0090
Insurance arrangements for the Streamlined Bentley B-27-LE owned by Mr. Embiricos.12th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0091
The design and cost of wheel discs for the Corniche model.13th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0092
Secret memo regarding publicity plans for the Paulin B.II car's run at Brooklands.13th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0093
Telegram regarding the payment of duty for an Embiricos Bentley body.17th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0094
The lap speed of the Bentley II with a Paulin Body, known as the 'Embiricos Bentley', at Brooklands.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0095
The customs duty and sale of a Streamlined B.27.LE car belonging to Mons. Embricos.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0096
Performance record from a 1-hour test, detailing distance, speed, and best lap time.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0097
Log sheet detailing lap times for a 1-hour high-speed run in a G.E.T. Eyston Bentley Saloon.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0098
Log sheet detailing lap times and speeds for a 1-hour high-speed run.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0099
Flying lap test data for a 4 1/2 litre Bentley Saloon with a passenger.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0100
Newspaper clipping from the Derby Evening Telegraph about Captain George Eyston's speed record.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0101
The Embiricos car's performance run at Brooklands.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0102
The 'Embiricos' car run at Brooklands, detailing tyre changes and performance.18th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0103
Letter to J. Dugdale of 'The Autocar' detailing a standing quarter-mile acceleration test.19th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0104
Congratulations and recompense for Captain Eyston regarding a Bentley performance.19th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0105
Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding an International Circulation Permit and temporary number plates.19th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0106
Congratulating Captain Eyston on the performance of the Streamlined Bentley (B-27-LE).19th Jul 1929Box 160 \ 4  scan0107
Congratulatory letter regarding a speed record set by a Streamlined Bentley at Brooklands, surpassing a Bugatti.19th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0108
Lap speeds for the Embiricos run at Brooklands race track.20th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0109
Letter from 'The Autocar' magazine to Mr. Robotham regarding acceleration figures and lap tables.20th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0110
Secret memo regarding the performance and sale of the Embiricos car.20th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0111
List of daily newspapers which published an account of Captain Eyston's Brooklands Run on 18.07.1939.20th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0112
Listing the newspapers which reported on George Eyston's run at Brooklands.21th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0113
Calibration table comparing dial RPM readings, actual drive speeds, corrected dial readings and instrument error.21th Apr 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0114
The performance of the Embiricos car at Brooklands and the resulting publicity.22th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0115
Short typed memo regarding an operator's arrival in Derby and car usage.22th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0116
Movement of M. Embiricos' car to the Bentley Showrooms and potentially Lillie Hall.25th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0117
Internal communication from Rm to W/S confirming a meeting time and travel arrangements.26th Jul 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0118
Hand-drawn graph plotting performance characteristics for different drive ratios.1st Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0119
Requesting information be provided to the R.A.C. concerning the Embiricos' Car.1st Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0120
Cover letter regarding Bentley Chassis No. B.27.LE (Embiricos), attaching a copy of a letter sent to the R.A.C.2nd Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0121
Letter to The Royal Automobile Club concerning an International Circulation Permit and car registration for Mr. A. Embiricos.2nd Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0122
Tyre pressures for the B-27-LE streamline car, a customer, Corniche car delivery, and a test drive of a Grey Bentley.2nd Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0123
Tyre pressures for a customer's car, a run to Kings Lynn, and competitor Lagonda models.4th Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0124
Strategy to use an individual named 'AA' at car stunts for promotional purposes at locations like Brooklands.11th Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0125
Communication regarding wheels, a speedometer, and feedback from the car's owner, Mr. Hay.30th Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0126
Query from the new owner of the Embiricos streamline car regarding wheels, speedometer accuracy, and oil.24th Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0127
Letter accompanying photographs of the Streamlined Bentley B-27-LE.14th Mar 1940Box 160 \ 4  scan0128
Speedometer accuracy, sourcing spare wheels, and engine lubrication.28th Aug 1939Box 160 \ 4  scan0129
Publicity for W.O. Bentley and the lack of mention for contemporary Rolls-Royce produced Bentleys.9th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0001
Publicity for W.O. Bentley and a potential Bentley V car loan to the editor of 'the Autocar' magazine.12th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0002
Letter from the Royal Automobile Club providing information on the Tourist Trophy Races from 1928-1936.22th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0003
Arranging publicity articles for the B-V model, including a discussion on the appropriate level of technical detail to share.25th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0004
Correspondence page from a 1940 motoring magazine discussing wartime driving conditions, safety, and car design.25th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0005
Letters to the editor discussing ideal car design, performance comparisons (Bugatti vs Bentley), and other motoring topics.25th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0006
Correspondence page from 'The Autocar' magazine featuring letters from readers on motoring topics and an advertisement for books.25th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0007
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine detailing a Free French officer's escape from France in June 1940.25th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0008
Letter to the Royal Automobile Club requesting further information about Bentley cars in the Tourist Trophy Races of 1928, 1929, and 1930.26th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0009
Proposal for a publicity strategy to promote the Rolls-Bentley's achievements in the Tourist Trophy Races.27th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0010
Letter to 'The Autocar' comparing a 3.5-litre Rolls-Bentley's racing record to vintage 3-litre Bentleys.27th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0011
Letter to 'The Autocar' comparing Bentley car performances at various races and hill climbs.27th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0012
Two letters to 'AUTOCAR' discussing the racing performance and history of E.R. Hall's Bentley compared to other models.27th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0013
Letter to 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the performance of various Bentley models in races.27th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0014
Continuation of a letter to 'THE AUTOCAR' magazine, signed on behalf of Bentley Motors Ltd.28th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0015
Confidential memo regarding the publicity of the Bentley V chassis, which is considered out-of-date.28th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0016
'Sg.' to 'Rm.' regarding a suggestion for managing correspondence, possibly for publicity.30th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0017
Article from 'The Motor' magazine about a road test of Forrest Lycett's 8-litre Bentley.30th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0018
Article from 'The Motor' magazine detailing the five-year performance evolution and modifications of a Forrest Lycett Bentley, accompanied by a wartime cartoon.30th Oct 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0019
Correspondence page from 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the Menai Bridge toll, giving lifts during wartime, and details on Bentley models.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0020
Page from 'The Autocar' magazine featuring reader correspondence on Bentley engines, road safety, and other motoring topics.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0021
Article from The Autocar magazine detailing the prototype Bentley Mark V (B5) 4 1/4-litre model, which was put on hold due to the war.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0022
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine reviewing a Bentley car, detailing its performance, handling, and features.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0023
Illustrated magazine article reviewing a car's performance, gearchange, bodywork, and interior features.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0024
Magazine page featuring a description of the Mark V model, an illustration of an interior heater, and articles on driving etiquette.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0025
Letter requesting assistance with Bentley publicity against negative propaganda.1st Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0026
Proposed letter to 'AUTOCAR' magazine comparing a 3½ litre Rolls-Bentley's racing performance to vintage Bentleys.4th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0027
Letter from British Filters Ltd regarding Bentley publicity, providing an alternative draft letter and a humorous drawing.4th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0028
Need to create new sketches of the Bentley-V chassis for publicity purposes.4th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0029
Providing sketches and data for Bentley B.V. chassis publicity in motoring magazines.4th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0030
Preparation of publicity drawings for a Bentley lubrication diagram and gearbox section.11th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0031
Letter to 'The Autocar' editor discussing the racing performance of a 3.5-litre Rolls-Bentley in the 1930s.5th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0032
Copy of a letter proposed by T.C. Worth to be sent to The Autocar magazine, praising the Rolls-Bentley.5th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0033
Preparation of drawings for 'The Autocar' magazine for Bentley publicity.14th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0034
Short cover letter to Richard Taylor asking for a letter to be forwarded to 'The Motor'.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0035
Letter to the editor of 'The Motor' magazine comparing the performance of Forest-Lycett's 8 litre Bentley with other contemporary models.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0036
Letter to a motoring magazine comparing the performance of Forest-Lycett's 8-litre Bentley against other contemporary models.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0037
List of previous winners and results for the Tourist Trophy Race in 1928 and 1929.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0038
Table of the three fastest finishing cars in the T.T. Races from 1928 to 1936 inclusive.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0039
Results table for the three fastest finishing cars of the 1936 T.T. race.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0040
List of Tourist Trophy Race winners and results from 1905 to 1936.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0041
Bentley details concerning E.R. Hall's car and its performance in the 1936 race.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0042
Compilation of wheelbase and track data for cars in the T.T., Le Mans race results, and vintage Bentley specifications.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0043
List of Bentley motor racing successes and records from 1922 to 1929.17th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0044
Summary of Bentley's motor racing successes from 1929.22th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0045
Correspondence page from 'The Autocar' magazine featuring letters from readers on various motoring subjects.22th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0046
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine titled 'The Sport' discussing the 1939 Le Mans race and a G.P. Sunbeam car.22th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0047
Request to R. Taylor to send an attached letter to 'the Autocar' under a pseudonym as a witness to the T.T. Races.25th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0048
Letter to 'The Autocar' magazine regarding the Tourist Trophy Race on the Ards Circuit.25th Nov 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0049
Letter requesting a colleague to submit another letter to 'Autocar' magazine under a pseudonym.5th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0050
Letter to 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the performance of various sports cars, including Bentley and Bugatti models.5th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0051
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine featuring a discussion on the 3-litre Bentley, a Cambridge club dinner, and American racing news.6th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0052
Magazine page featuring motoring queries, legal advice on accidents, and advertisements for car parts.6th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0053
Correspondence page from a motoring magazine featuring letters to the editor on various motoring topics.6th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0054
Article from 'The Autocar' discussing engine redesign with a focus on piston design, materials, and associated components.6th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0055
Letter to R. Taylor regarding forwarding an incorrectly addressed letter to 'Autocar'.10th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0056
Letter to the editor of 'The Autocar' magazine comparing the performance of vintage Bentley cars.10th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0057
Letter discussing the power-to-weight ratio between two vehicles and proposing a comparative test run.11th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0058
Bentley publicity and a response to 'The Motor' magazine.11th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0059
The performance and features of the Bentley Mark V and its Corniche version.11th Dec 1940Box 160 \ 5  scan0060


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