During the 1939-45 War, Albert and Billy were engaged in delivering vital aircraft parts from our Coventry works to depots in Carlisle, Bristol, London, etc., under the auspices of the Ministry of Aircraft Production. They were a small link in the big build-up of aircraft production which helped Britain in her darkest hour. Despite the black-out, bombs, and machine-gunning from the air, they always got through with their loads and delivered the vital parts. Thus the Coventry Kids were able to help retaliate against an enemy who had despoiled their city.
Jim Holbrook (centre) Billy Pendleton (left) and Albert Dowman (right)
BILLY PENDLETON (65) Billy worked as a commercial driver for the Company for 34 years, and said that he had enjoyed the ups and downs throughout his service. He had made many friends. Mr Jim Holbrook, Transport Executive, thanked him for his good work and presented a sum of money as a retirement gift from Transport Dept., Coventry.
HOPES FOR BETTER HEALTH
Billy and his wife live at 21, Honiton Road, Wyken, where he will enjoy his leisure in the garden. Everyone wishes him good health.
ALBERT DOWMAN (68) Albert had 34 years’ service with the Company as a driver. In the 1930s he worked under Bert Goddard for several years in Car Despatch before becoming a driver in Transport Dept. On behalf of the department, Mr J. H. Holbrook presented a retirement gift of money, and congratulated Albert on his service. Mr. and Mrs. Dowman live at 11, Middlecotes, Tile Hill. They will enjoy their leisure in their Ensign car and in a caravan at Hopton-on-Sea. Well done, Albert.
Ref. October 1971