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).
Telegram enquiring about the bonnet length and radiator type for specific chassis numbers.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 70\1\ scan0081 | |
| Date | 29th October 1927 | |
| POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS TELEGRAMS for INLAND addresses may be handed to the messenger who delivers this form. The Post Office accepts telegrams by telephone. (24901) Wt. 16404/959 85,000m 1/27 Harrow E.3481 X877+ Office Stamp: DERBY 29 OC 27 RECEIVED From: W'stones Prefix: S. Time handed in: 1/28 Office of Origin & Service Instructions: Chichester T. Words: 57 Message: Hives Royce Derby. E.{Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} a.{Mr Adams} C. 114 will first chassis have standard length of bonnet and standard radiator for instance dash to back axle [illegible] inches or will they have E.{Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} a.{Mr Adams} C. 8 type radiator and bonnet longest stop Barkers and Jarvis ready for chassis in four weeks please wire reply day | ||