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).
To staff regarding arrangements for the Gala Day and works closure.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 142\1\ scan0203 | |
| Date | 2nd September 1938 | |
| Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} 1204. All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hsl/BH.2.9.38. Re GALA DAY, SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd. With reference to memo' Hsl/BH.1.9.38, will you please substitute the following in place of this:- In order to give everyone an opportunity of supporting the Rolls-Royce Gala Day, I wish it to be arranged for the works to be completely closed down from 12 noon, with the exception of the essential services, i.e. Commissionaires, Firemen on duty, Car Repair Service, etc. Will you please make the necessary arrangements accordingly. Hs.{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} | ||