When Sidney Laxon retired from Standard Costs Office, Canley, he left behind a record which was unique. He was the only member of Standard Triumph’s office staff to have achieved 50 years of service. Continue reading “Sidney Laxon – Costs Office”
Dave Smith
I started an Apprenticeship as a Motor Mechanic with Standard Triumph on 2nd October 1967, My clock number was 8481. Continue reading “Dave Smith”
Fire Station Pt 3 – Jack Whittall
Again a great response for the Fire Station photos. Here we clear up the identity of one of the men. Continue reading “Fire Station Pt 3 – Jack Whittall”
Jack Tarrant – Main Trim Stores
Jack Tarrant, who worked permanent nights in the Main Trim Stores, Canley, retired after 38 years’ service with the Company. Continue reading “Jack Tarrant – Main Trim Stores”
Fire Station Pt 2
A great response from the Canley Standard Triumph post with two new photos being sent in by Laurence Maud who says “My Grandad was Chief Fire Officer at The Standard Motor Company”. Continue reading “Fire Station Pt 2”
Apprentices – 1953 Motorshow
Fresh faced Apprentices at the 1953 Motorshow. Apprentices could be taken on from aged 15 and lasted 5 years. Does anyone recognise anyone here? Continue reading “Apprentices – 1953 Motorshow”