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).
Announcing the closure of the works for the Rolls-Royce Gala Day.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 142\1\ scan0200 | |
| Date | 1st September 1938 | |
| Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} 1204. All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hsl/BH.1.9.38. Re GALA DAY, SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3rd. 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, 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} | ||