William Barratt completed 50 years’ service in 1972 before retirement. He had always been a fitter and had worked for most of his time on Engine Assembly. Continue reading “William Barratt – Engine Assembly”
Doris Mathias – Typist
Doris Mathias, a typist in several departments at Coventry for over 22 years, retired early to become a full-time housewife. Continue reading “Doris Mathias – Typist”
Horace Case – Trim and Finish
Horace Case (65), a fitter in Herald Trim & Finish, Canley, retired after 27 years’ service. Continue reading “Horace Case – Trim and Finish”
Charlie Rodgers – Paint Shop
Charlie Rodgers (65) maintenance foreman in Paint Shop, Canley, retired after 20 years with Standard Triumph. Continue reading “Charlie Rodgers – Paint Shop”
Winnifred Pratley
I am Coventry Kid now living in Dorset. I worked at Standard Motors from 1931-38 starting to learn car trimming. Continue reading “Winnifred Pratley”
Bill Lea – Machine Operator
BILL LEA (70) a machine operator, retired from Radford factory after over 18 years’ service with Standard Triumph. Continue reading “Bill Lea – Machine Operator”