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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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Inquiry to Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding the supply of a flat stainless steel mirror for optical apparatus.8th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan272
The relocation of an air box from a test house to a car unit bed.11th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan273
Letter from a steel supplier regarding a flat mirror, suggesting alternative manufacturers.11th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan274
Letter to Messrs. Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. thanking them for suggestions regarding a stainless steel mirror.13th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan275
Letter outlining the terms for the tenancy of a property at Aston-on-Trent.18th Sep 1928Box 27 \ 2  Scan276
Safety memo highlighting the risk of accidents from staff walking out of workshops into the path of experimental cars.21th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan277
Letter from a supplier regarding parts held on consignment for stocktaking purposes.24th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan278
Travel arrangements to Paris for the Salon, including picking up car 28-EX.28th Sep 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan279
Typed message requesting a phone call to Paris at a specific time.2nd Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan280
Follow-up letter from C.G. Vokes Ltd regarding goods held on consignment for stocktaking purposes.6th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan281
Letter to Messrs. C.G. Vokes Ltd. apologising for a delayed reply and confirming items are in good condition.8th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan282
Letter concerning travel arrangements to London and organising a social event.10th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan283
Brief typed memo regarding the return of a book left in car 28-EX.11th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan284
Typed letter arranging a meeting at the Berkeley Hotel and the Bentley Stand.12th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan285
Request to obtain 1 cwt. of caustic soda for private use.15th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan286
Receipt for a payment of twelve shillings from Mr W.A. Robotham.18th Oct 1933Box 27 \ 2  Scan287
Statement of account addressed to Mr. W. A. Robotham.17th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan288
Adjusting the time for an appointment to test drive various cars, with a handwritten list of vehicles.18th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan289
Short internal memo confirming a visit to Derby.23th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan290
Letter to Railton Esq. confirming an appointment at Thomson & Taylor's.25th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan291
Notifying of the relocation of the Coachwork Design Section and requesting to be kept informed of relevant matters.25th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan292
Letter from The Packless Gland Co. Ltd. enclosing emery paper for surfacing carbon rings.1st Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan293
The disappointment with the design of the 'Kneeling Lady Mascot' by Mr. Sykes and plans for its improvement.5th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan294
Modification to the Kneeling Lady mascot.6th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan295
Copy of an article from 'Automotive Industries' discussing constants for air orifices and Fliegner's formula.6th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan296
List of five conclusions from an investigation into air discharge through orifices using Fliegner's formula.30th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan297
Blueprint of an orifice and a graph of coefficients for Fliegner's formula based on orifice size and pressure drops.30th Oct 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan298
Instruction to Millwrights to move an air tank from K.10 Test House.12th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan299
Letter to Messrs. J. Cochrane & Co. requesting details and prices for a 'Stroborama' Stroboscope.14th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan300
Requesting the dispatch of one set of trade number plates to Mr. Evans at Lillie Hall.14th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan301
Letter from James Cochrane & Company acknowledging a request for details and prices of Stroborama research equipment.15th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan302
Parking arrangements for an Experimental Dinner.16th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan303
Letter from James Cochrane & Company to the Experimental Department providing quotations for 'Stroborama' equipment.21th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan304
Quotation for Stroborama equipment, synchronisers, and photographic arrangements.21th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan305
Quotation for 'STROBORAMA' equipment, including lighters, synchronisers, and photographic arrangements.21th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan306
Note on the Stroboscopic Method and the application of the 'Stroborama' device for analysing rapid movements.23th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan307
Letter to James Cochrane & Company declining to purchase a 'Stroborama' due to the high price.23th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan308
Authorising H. Whymann to sign pass-outs for experimental cars in the absence of F. Dodd.22th Nov 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan309
Instructing staff in the Experimental Garage to log all jobs in the provided log books.1st Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan310
List of promised completion dates for several outstanding engineering jobs.5th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan311
Providing a status update on a list of jobs.5th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan312
Providing a status update on variable rating suspension and chassis bursting tests.5th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan313
Notice regarding the authorization required for cars leaving the Experimental Department Garage.11th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan314
Letter from B. Hallan to Ernest providing a new address and a personal update.11th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan315
Inviting the recipient to lunch on Thursday the 20th instant.17th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan316
Thank you letter for a Christmas present sent to Mr. Ward of Park Ward & Co. Ltd.21th Dec 1934Box 27 \ 2  Scan317
Letter to coachbuilder F.L. Manning of Barker & Co. to arrange a works visit for his friends and mentioning the supply of Bentleys.8th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan318
Request for suggestions for the I.A.E. Research Department's 1935-6 programme, with handwritten research notes.8th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan319
Letter from The Institution of Automobile Engineers inviting suggestions for the 1935-36 research programme.7th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan320
Attaching a letter from J.M. Lessells of Lessells and Karelitz for review and opinion.12th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan321
Recommending against using third-party representatives in America in favour of direct, first-hand information gathering.16th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan322
Requesting the loan of four 1-pint mugs from the Experimental Test House.16th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan323
To the I.A.E. Research Department regarding areas of interest for research into petrol engine mechanical efficiency.21th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan324
Enquiry from an automobile agent about a rumoured new large-cylinder model, its configuration, price, and delivery date.30th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan325
Confirming receipt of R.A.E. Report No. E.3438, regarding the Cordite Operation of an Engine Starter.31th Jan 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan326
Letter to Cleverleys Limited regarding a misinformed customer and assistance with Supercharger parts for the Graham.2nd Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan327
Short note confirming a visit from Mr. Fairey on Wednesday 13th February.13th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan328
The correct procedure for creating shop drawings for non-standard experimental pieces.4th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan329
Letter requesting an interview to discuss an invention for converting petrol engines to use heavy oil.22th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan330
Letter to F.L. Manning of Barker & Co. regarding an unsolicited invention from a mutual acquaintance.25th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan331
Letter from Bendix Limited asking for the address of a Mr. Southern or Suthern.27th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan332
Letter to Mr. Clark of Bendix Limited regarding the location of Mr. Southern of the Worthington Pump Company.28th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan333
Letter from the Experimental Department to J. Williams, Esq., discussing the submission of drawings for a scheme.28th Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan334
Letter from Herbert Clark of Bendix Limited to W.A. Robotham, acknowledging receipt of a letter.1st Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan335
Notice about the receipt of an Aeronautical Research Committee report on wind tunnel experiments.1st Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan336
Procedures for company representatives at Air Stations and compliance with Air Ministry regulations.2nd Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan337
Letter from an inventor proposing a personal meeting to explain an invention, rather than submitting drawings.5th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan338
Holding letter to J. Williams Esq. advising that Mr. Grylls is away with influenza.6th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan339
Listing aeronautical research reports received from the S.B.A.C.23th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan340
From Sg. to Hs. requesting confirmation on the special purpose use of Shardlow Garage.25th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan341
Operational status of Shardlow Garage and the testing of vehicles.26th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan342
Declaration made to British Customs under the 1932 Import Duties Act regarding the use of foreign parts in aero engines.28th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan343
Short letter to W.W. White thanking him for a notebook and mentioning an upcoming trip.30th Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan344
Cover note regarding a list of abstracts from the I.A.E. Research & Standardisation Committee.2nd Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan345
Index of abstracts from the I.A.E. Research and Standardisation Committee for February 1935.1st Feb 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan346
Index page of technical abstracts, categorized by subject with corresponding titles and abstract numbers.4th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan347
Request to sanction the use of a car for private use during the Easter holidays, with a conditional approval note.4th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan348
The availability of an I.A.E. report concerning heat transfer from brake drums to wheel rims on commercial vehicles.6th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan349
Request for sanction to use a car for private use during the weekend, with approval.10th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan350
Listing available R.A.E. reports on various metallurgical topics.13th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan351
Requesting a voltage regulator be fitted to the K.10 Test Bed for a B-14 shunt dynamo.18th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan352
Telegram received by telephone concerning a request from Sir M. Campbell to assist with an engine removal at Brooklands.23th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan353
Confirmation of a telegram sent to Porper at Brooklands Track regarding staying over.23th Jun 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan354
Doctor's note certifying a patient is unfit for work.23th Apr 1936Box 27 \ 2  Scan355
Letter from an individual explaining their absence due to tonsillitis.23th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan356
From an employee requesting an extra week of holiday for a tonsil removal procedure.18th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan357
Notification regarding the receipt of Specification No. A.39/34 for an Army Co-operation Aircraft.18th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan358
List of received Aeronautical Research Committee (A.R.C.) reports available for reference.29th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan359
Availability of I.A.E. abstracts from the Research & Standardisation Committee.29th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan360
Index of abstracts from March 1935, organised by subject and title.1st Mar 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan361
The new location of an enthusiast, John Fothergill.30th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan362
From Sg. to Hs. regarding the return of letters handed to Sir Malcolm Campbell.2nd May 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan363
The examination of Nettlefold's Rivet Bushes.10th May 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan364
Attaching a test report on Nettlefold's Rivet Bushes and confirming their extensive use.13th May 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan365
Enquiry to Zeiss Ikon Ltd. about purchasing and testing a Movikon 16 mm cinema camera.16th May 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan366
Notification from the I.A.E. Research and Standardisation Committee regarding abstracts received for April 1935.20th May 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan367
Index of abstracts for April 1935 from the I.A.E. Research & Standardisation Committee.30th Apr 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan368
Index page listing subjects, titles and abstract numbers for various reports.1st Jun 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan369
Agreeing to the use of a car for the Whitsuntide Holidays.1st Jun 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan370
Arrangements for an Experimental Car for Whitsuntide.4th Jun 1935Box 27 \ 2  Scan371


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