Seventy members of the department attended the Annual Party held in Fletchamstead Dining Room on the 15th December, 1950. Continue reading “Spares and Service Dept 1950”
Canteen
A fabulous photo taken within the works canteen at lunchtime, March 1950. Continue reading “Canteen”
Fred Stanton
FRED STANTON, known as the “Nut and Bolt King” in the Herald Paint & Trim Stores, Canley, retired last month.
Joseph Brodie-Brown
Joseph Brodie-Brown (65), a Superintendent in Overseas Manufacturing at Coventry, has retired after 44 years’ service which covered work in various departments. Continue reading “Joseph Brodie-Brown”
Les Surman – Head Groundsman
The Keeper of the Turf
A Sermon in Stone might, with due apology to Shakespeare, be an apt description of the Head Groundsman refusing to allow play to begin on one of his excellent wickets until he reckons it’s dry enough. For Les Surman, who ever since the sad death of Dick Marshall, has been in charge of our playing fields and equipment, defends them with uncompromising determination against wilful damage or misuse.
A Sermon in Stone might, with due apology to Shakespeare, be an apt description of the Head Groundsman refusing to allow play to begin on one of his excellent wickets until he reckons it’s dry enough. For Les Surman, who ever since the sad death of Dick Marshall, has been in charge of our playing fields and equipment, defends them with uncompromising determination against wilful damage or misuse.
Albert Gascoigne – English Scrum Half and ST Employee
Albert Gascoigne a technical clerk in engine assembly at Canley, retired after 31 years’ service at Coventry. Albert was well known years ago as an English international scrum-half. He is well remembered by Coventry rugby enthusiasts for his skilful play for Coventry R.F.C. He also played for Warwickshire and thrilled followers of the game for his displays in the England side. Continue reading “Albert Gascoigne – English Scrum Half and ST Employee”