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17/18th May 2005

Lots 401 - 600

  1. R.C.H. Junction Diagrams (coloured). (i) Forth Bridge 1922 (ii) Craigendoran & Crianlarich 1904 (2). Both 6⅓” x 9¾”
  2. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. Cogload to Whiteball Tunnel. Paper 9” x 29” dated April 1955. Good Condition.
  3. Safeplate “Edwards, Jones & Co. City Road, Bristol, makers.” oval cast-brass. 5⅜” x 4”. G.
  4. Safeplate. “Greening & Fardon, Atlas Works, Bilston”. Round cast brass with hole in centre. Two pieces, 4” dia.
  5. Safeplate. “Sentry Safe, Sole Makers Safes Ltd. West Bromwich, England.”        Oval cast brass. Has embossed soldier with rifle standing outside sentry box
  6. Safeplate. “S. Withers & Co. West Bromwich.” Oval cast-iron, brass plated; Lion over Crown in centre. 5¾” x 4¼”
  7. Card wagon label. L.N.E.R. (in full) From Dinnington Main Colliery to --------- LNE Rly. G. N. Section via Worksop, Retford & GNR; all printed. 5” x 3¾”
  8. Card Wagon Label. “From Holditch Mines Ltd., Apedale Branch L.M. & S.R.    To ------ (all printed) with the number “1” overprinted in red.          5” x 3¾”
  9. Paycheck. “L.Y.R. Goods Dept. Manchester”. Oval brass embossed.                1.3/8th” x 1.5/16tth “.
  10. Paycheck “L.M. & S.R. Manchester (Ancoats) embossed oval brass         1¾ x 1”. G.
  11. Paycheck. “British Overseas Airways” embossed round brass. 1¼” dia. G.
  12. L.M.S. Envelope with Advert. in postmark “Live on the LMS and Travel in Comfort”. Picture of Big Ben and Parliament with line to countryside.             Dated 3rd Aug. 1937.
  13. R.C.H. coloured Junction Diagrams. (a) Abbotswood, Malvern, Stoke Prior & Worcester 1910 6” x 9½” (b) Bushbury & Wolverhampton 1903.      6⅜” x 9¾” (2)
  14. L.N.E.R. Great Eastern Amateur Athletic Association silver enamel fob & CoA in green/white enamel on face. On rear embossed cricket players. 1⅛” dia. G.C.
  15. G.W.R. card menu with colour picture of Newquay (Beach scene and cliffs). Advert on back for holiday runabout ticket No. 2. G.
  16. G.W.R. Hotels Coat of Arms silverplated cream jug. Full G.W.R. crest on side.  2⅜” dia. at base. By Martin Hall & Co.
  17. G.W.R. 4 page handbill for Royal Welsh Agricultural Show at Aberystwyth July 26th 1933. Back cover t/t Aber – Llanbadam – travel by narrow gauge train.  Note: 3 punch holes on edge.
  18. Button. “Derby Corporation Tramways” nickel stag in enclosure in centre within ornate shield. Name around edge 15/16” dia.
  19. B.R. (W) Telephone circuit notice No. 2272. Evesham goods – local circuit dated April 1961, Paper 6½” x 4”. G.
  20. B.R. (E) L.T. & S Line. Fenchurch St. Platform Working 2nd Nov. 1959 – 12.6.60
  21. 4 x L.N.E.R. Fish Knives LNER Script initials on handle, tapered. 8¾” long. By Walker & Hall. Good used condition.
  22. Carriage Print. River Orwell at Ipswich by Leonard Squirrel in its original Bakelite frame. Ex. coach condition.
  23. Ulster Transport Menus. (i) Slieve Donard Hotel Dinner Dance. 7/59 and list of hotels. (ii) U.T.A. menu/hotel list for Northern Counties hotel. (2)
  24. Button. C.W.S. Fire Brigade. Wheatsheaf in centre, spade and sickle. “Fire Brigade” at top. C.W.S. at bottom. 1” dia.
  25. L.P.T.B. or Met Ry. enamel carriage destination board. “Baker St., Stanmore.” Has Stan - Bk in red vertically at ends.

Closing Times for Lots 401 – 425 - Wed. 18th May 6.00 pm 01788 521491

  1. R.C.H. coloured junction diagrams. (i) Central Wales District 1915          (ii) Berkeley Road, Standish & Yate 1909. Both 6⅜” x 9¾”  (2)
  2. B.R. (W) Signalling Notices. (i) M.A.S. Reading Panel Eastern Extension (Twyford and Henley-on-Thames 11-20 Mar. 1972 (ii) Reading Panel. Commissioning of Reversible Working between Didcot (Foxhall Junc.) and Wantage Road 7th May – 25th June 1978. (2) Both will pull-out diagrams.
  3. Shedplate 16C. Kirkby in Ashfield 1950, 10/55. Mansfield 10/55 – 4/60, Derby 9/63 – 4/67. Face repainted long time ago. Back unrestored.
  4. L.N.W.R. printed memorandum. Supervision over and check in operation on the LNWR, to ascertain that the Passenger Trains are loading and not running unprofitably. 3pp A.4 size.
  5. “Whitehaven Junction & Whitehaven & Furness Railways” Loco Dept. One Delivery note 1857 and two Whitehaven and Furness Junction invoices (different print) 1860. G. (3)
  6. L.M.S. brass headed wax seal stamp engraved LMS Blackford” with turned wooden handle. Good condition. Blackford between Stirling and Perth on Caledonian line.
  7. L.M.S. Vertical Route Plans. Nottingham (London Road Melton Mowbray, Welham Junc. and Market Harborough – Northampton with enlargements of Melton Mowbray (ex GN/LN) Harby and Stathern, Saxondale Junc. – Radcliffe, Rectory Jn – Colwick East and Nottingham L.R. (Low Level). Covers the GN/LNW joint line. Dated Nov. 1929.
  8. Book. “Souvenir of the Opening of the North British Station Hotel Edinburgh 15th October 1902. Contents old and new Edinburgh. N.B. Hotel and North British Railway.” by John Geddie. Printed by Banks & Co., Edinburgh, 89 pp. + 22 pp of Adverts for Edinburgh Shops, etc. A lavishly produced book. Maroon, gold and black. Hardback cover.
  9. B.R. (S) Locomotive “white” disk as used by W.C.’s etc, complete with carrying handle and back fitment and in good condition. Ex Salisbury mpd. 15” dia.
  10. B.R. (W) poster t/t.  No. 12C covering Moat Lane, Builth Road, Hereford and Brecon, Ruabon-Barmouth. Llanymynech and Llanfyllin, and Aber-Devils Bridge Sept. 1977 – June 1958. Some creases, edge nicks, folds but complete. 24” x 19”
  11. Paycheck. “LNWR Monument Lane.” Circular metal 1⅓”
  12. Map of the Electric Railways of London showing connections with Great Central Railway at Marylebone. Includes places to visit with pictures. Early “underground” symbol on cover in red/black/white. Folds out to 13” x 16½” circa 1910. In reasonable condition for its age.
  13. “L.N.E.R.” barrel nickel whistle by Acme, stamped with Co. initials just above mouthpiece. This type was usually used by the police.
  14. B.R. (S) Dist Traffic Circular No. 54. Concerning Engine Head Signals on 4.58 pm “Golden Arrow” Dover Marine to Victoria and 6.10 p.m. Dover Marine to Victoria; with diagrams of the placing of the “white” reporting discs on front of locos. 27.3.1953. One sheet.
  15. B.R. (E) embossed vertically LNER pattern handlamp with large brass plate     “B.R. (E) North Kelsey 3930”. Complete with vessels, glassed. Good cond.
  16. L.M.S. Vertical Route plan. Cambridge to Bletchley No. 1. Shows track plans at stations, e.g. Old North Road. With enlargements of Millbrook, borders, sidings, Bedford St. Johns, Sandy and Cambridge dated Dec. 1930. Amended Dec. 1947.
  17. L.N.W.R. Instructions relating to Transmission of Telegrams 1st July 1911.           Gilt block lettering or black boards 7½” x 5”. 43 pp. G.
  18. SHEDPLATE. 16F Burton on Trent 9/63 – 67. Front painted long time ago. Back original.
  19. R.C.H. Map of South Wales 1921. Gold tooling on dark red boards. Opens out to 56” x 37½”. Good condition.
  20. B.R. (M) “Midland Pullman” promotional booklet, gold cover with coat of arms (Manchester & Pullman) and B.R. totem. 12 pp including photos. Colourful route map. Brief history of Manchester – St. Pancras line, V.G.C., together with Compliments Slip of Divisional Traffic Manager.
  21. Great Central Railway pint beer tankard. Silverplated by Walker & Hall. Very handsome with ornate handle, pinched waist style. The side has the large G.C.R. garter crest with “Y.G.” in middle.  Very minor dents; otherwise good, original condition. The Yarborough Hotel Grimsby was owned by G.C.R.
  22. B.R. (M) L.M.S. style Vertical Route plan. Manchester Central – Ambergate, with enlargements of Manchester Central, Cornbrook, Gowhole, Peak Forest, Rowsley & Millers Dale Jn. Feb. 1948.
  23. (L.C.D.R.) Mahogany Signalbox Instrument. Sykes Lock & Block with circular brass edged display with original inscription “17 to Kearsney Loop Jnc.” 14” high. In excellent condition.
  24. Railway Map of England and Wales by W. & A. K. Johnston. Also showing canals. N.d. Shows 47 Pre-Group Railway Companies; includes insets for major industrial areas. Red boards. Opens out to 51½” x 44”. Good cond.
  25. Midland Railway Enamel Fire Bucket Notice. Company title in red. Most other lettering in blue.  Dated Derby Jan. 1909. Much better condition than average; only the bottom bit of the ‘E’ of “Derby” is affected. Came from Herefordshire.

      Closing Times for Lots 426 – 450    Wed. 18th May 6.00 pm 01788 523250

  1. Safeplate. “Geo. Pallister & Sons, Leeds.” oval cast brass. 4¾” x 2¾”
  2. Safeplate. “T. Withers & Son, West Bromwich. Manufacturers Est. 1856.” Triangle device in centre. Oval cast brass. 5¾” x 4⅛”.
  3. Safeplate.  “T. Withers & Son, West Bromwich.” Engraved brass with similar device to previous lot. 4¼” x 3⅛”.
  4. R.C.H. coloured junction diagrams. (i) Dublin dated 1912. (ii) Belfast 1909. (2) Both 6⅓” x 9¾”.
  5. G.W.R. silverplated oblong serving tray. 18”x13⅜” G.W.R. Hotels C.o.A in centre. By Goldsmiths Co. The tray has seen plenty of wear; crest somewhat rubbed.
  6. Highland Section track/siding diagrams.  (i) Kinloss. (ii) Auldearn. Ink on grey vellum, 8” x 13” Old, n.d., probably LMS. Stations on Inverness-Keith line.
  7. B.R. (W) Signalling Notices.  (a) Hereford June 1973. (b) Swindon (Wootton Bassett to Bristol (Westerleigh Jcn.) Oct. 1975. (2) Both with pull-out diagrams.
  8. B.R. (Sc.) acetylene handlamp.  Stamped on metal handle.
  9. B.R. (W) Service Timetables.  Cardiff to Merthyr, Treherbert, Senghenydd, Rhymney Bridge, etc. June – Sept. 1955. 275 pp. Slight tear to cover; otherwise G.
  10. Southern Railway Agreement at Hartfield (Sussex) with Major Higgins with two diagrams of the railway line.
  11. L.M.S. School of Transport silverplated soup ladle with LMS in centre of two lined circle; rest of title around edge of circle. Handle 9” long. Bowl 3½” dia. By Mappin & Webb. Good used condition.
  12. B.R. (W) Gradient Profiles.  “Kemble to Stonehouse 1950’s. 9” x 29”. Good cond.
  13. G.W.R. Royal Wedding at Evesham. Special Train and other Arrangements Nov. 15/16th 1907. 4pp. Includes sections on strengthening of trains. Gives passing times, with attached note to signalman at Adlestrop stating that R.T. notice will be delivered by special messenger by 10.20 a.m. train, etc. Folds.
  14. Wagonplate. S.R. Lancing 55509 oval cast-iron 13½” x 7½”.  Face restored only.
  15. Highland Section Track/Station diagrams. (a) Watten on Wick line.  (b) Kincraig on Perth – Inverness line. Ink on vellum. 8” x 13”. Old – probably L.M.S.
  16. Hong Kong Railway Notice. “Next train to Kowloon leaves from Platform -----.” with Chinese writing above. Thin metal, white writing on black, c. 1980’s. 30¼” x 6¼”
  17. Double sided handbill. “Hobb’s Special Trip. The Lakes and Blackpool per L.N.W. from Luton (GN) and Dunstable N.W. July 11th 1905. Black writing on green. 1” tear at top (no loss). Not bad for age.
  18. Book of L.B.S.C.R.  Free Telegram Pass counterfoils. 50 in book dated 1909.  All used.
  19. B.R. (W) Signalling Instructions. (i) Reading panel Stage 3. Kintbury – Bedwyn July 1978. (ii) Bedwyn – Woodborough Sept. 1978. (2)
  20. L.M.S. Hotels silverplated teaspoon. Lincoln pattern. 5¼” long by Elkington.    LMS in panel. Good used condition.
  21. B.R. (M) Royal Train Notice. Euston to Arnside 9.6.1971 – Arnside to Barrow 10.6.71. 8 pp. Gives passing times, carriage no.’s; 2 class 40’s.
  22. British Railways Staff Association. – E.R. silverplated award spoon. Dark blue enamel “roundel” at top with two crossed tennis rackets. 4⅝”.
  23. B.R. (M) Western Div. Routes over which engines may run March 1958. 41 pp. Good condition.
  24. “D” Wagonplate “B338260 24½T.  Shildon 1964. Lot No. 3526.” Unrestored.
  25.  Glasgow and District Railwaymen’s Strike Bulletin 1919. Nine issues of penny bulletin bound in one, including final Victory issue. 36 pp. Red board covers, 10” x 7½”.  Title in gold, G.C. Rare. 

Closing Times for Lots   451 - 475    Wed. 18th May 6.30 pm 01788 521491

  1. Macclesfield, Knutsford & Warrington Railway letter concerning building of line (never built) on headed paper. 1866.
  2. Argo Transacord E.P.’s. (i) On the footplate of a King. (ii) Exhibitionist Engines.  (iii) Trains in Trouble. All appear excellent condition.
  3.  Small (probably NER) oval cast-iron plate. “Not Fit to Drink.” From water tap at Percy Main m.p.d. 4¼” x 2¾”. Repainted. G.
  4. G.W.R. Handbills: (i) GWR (in roundel) Cheap Evening Trips Cardiff and Grangetown to Barry May ‘39. (ii) Half Day Excursions to Bath, Salisbury, Poole, etc. from S. Wales locations. 4 pp with picture of Windsor Castle page 2. (iii) Departure Times of Trains from Barry Island Aug. 2nd 1938. (3) All in good condition. Green print.
  5. Railway Passengers Assurance Co. small tin on card notice. “Take Insurance Tickets too, for Yourself and Luggage.” Red and black writing on white. Brown edge, 6” x 5”. G
  6. Great Western Railway Tea towel. “G.W.R.” (in full) in red band in middle with blue bands above and below. 15¾” x 14”. Good condition.
  7. L.M.S. Printed Notice. “L.M.S. (in full) Smoke Nuisance at Kenton – householders at Kenton are complaining of emission of dense smoke by Engines …. drivers must not fire engines when passing through station.      1st June 1923, together with three typed loco depot notices concerning experimental fittings and motions of engines.
  8. B.R. (W) alloy key token. “Copplestone – Morchard Road from ex L.S.W.R. Exeter – Barnstaple line. Red. Traces of original red paint.
  9. L.N.E.R. (S) Signalling Instruction No. 2882 c.l.s. between Billericay and Wickford. 10th May 1938 with pull-out diagram.
  10. Stratford upon Avon, Towcester and Midland Junction Railway. Printed letter dated 7th October 1886 stating that the Company had relinquished its offices at Great Winchester St., and that communications should be addressed to C. J. Fletcher, Co. Secretary. Also states that the Bill seeking financial power to build line from Towcester to Olney had passed through Lords.
  11. Shedplate 71A Eastleigh 1948 – 9/63. Front restored long time ago. Back original with B.R. (S) and “E” triangle
  12. R.C.H. coloured junction diagrams:    (a) Swansea and Six Pit dated 1913             (b) Llantrisant, Tallyllyn & Three Cocks dated 1903. Both 6⅓” x 9¾”.G
  13. Southern Railway brass cased repeater – inscription on face; “S.Rly on/wrong/off.” with swinging needle. Marked SYX on back. G.
  14. G.E.R. Royal Train Notice. “Her Majesty the Queen from Wolferton to St. Pancras 4th March 1901.” Pink colour; edges frayed but no loss to text.
  15. Wagonplate. “LMS NCC 1895”. Rectangular with round corners. 14” x 7”. Unrestored.
  16. Carriage Print. “Loch Morar, Inverness-shire” by W. Douglas Macleod (larger LMS size) Colourful view of mountain, moor and loch. In original type frame and in excellent condition.
  17. Carriage Print. “The Three Sisters, Pass of Glencoe, Argyll.” by Frank Sherwin. (This is the large LMS or BR (M) size.) The dramatic mountains tower above the valley bottom, with a shepherd and his dog keeping an eye on their flock. In original type frame and in excellent condition.
  18. Carriage Print. “Braemar Castle, Aberdeenshire” by Edward Lawson (larger LMS/BR (M) size). Tranquil view looking through trees on river bank towards the old castle. In original type frame and in excellent cond.
  19. (Caledonian Railway) Enamel Sign. “Please do not Spit” made by Falkirk Iron Co. White lettering on dark blue, with white inside border. Some large edge and hole chips but lettering hardly affected. From Crieff. 4” x 24”.
  20. Paycheck. Embossed “S.M.  E. Hill”.  1½” dia.
  21. G.W.R. Great War Invoice signed by G. J. Churchward for cost of making copper bands for shells: 11,000 despatched to Austin Motors, Longbridge 1917, 4,000 to Munitions Store No. 18 Swindon, 26,000 to National Shell Factory, St. Philips Marsh. Also to Hackney Wick, Acton Vale, etc. 2 sheets 21/11/17.
  22. B.R. (W) Service Time Tables. Plymouth to and from Ashburton Junc. & Penzance 27th Sept. 1948 u.f.n. 159 pp. Map on front cover. G.
  23. Miniature 2 levers in frame ex S.R. probably from Waterloo or Holborn Viaduct. Original chrome tops and original red and white paint on lower section of levers. Levers approx. 5”. Manageable and presentable.
  24. The Eastern Counties and London and Blackwall Railway Companies – London Tilbury and Southend Extension Railway. (all printed) Notice of Lands Required with enclosed map – relating to Horndon on the Hill. The map is titled L.T.S. Extension Railway (in full) 1852 and document signed by Company Secretary. Good condition.
  25. L.M.S. Promotional Pamphlet.  The Lancashire Coast by L.M.S. with upper quadrant signals on covers set against a green background. Many photographs inside of Southport, Lytham, Blackpool.

Closing Times for Lots 476 - 500    Wed. 18th May 6.30 pm 01788 523250

  1. Lion over Wheel badges. (i) B.R. (M) “Inspector”. Very minor flake in enamel over the ‘I’ and the ‘N’.  (ii) B.R. (S) Inspector. Some loss of green enamel mainly under and above the ‘E’ and ‘C’.  (2)
  2. North Eastern Railway Railway Service armband number 13858. Linen.
  3. B.R. (W) Signalling Notice. M.a.S Plymouth Stage 2C Lipson Jct. to Tavistock Jct. Nov. 1973 and 2D (Tavistock Jct. – Totnes) Dec. 1973. With pull-out diagram.
  4. B.R. (M) Folding card t/t. Derby and London 11th Sept.. 1961 – 17 Jun 1962 (black print). G.C.
  5. South Eastern Railway white stoneware dish, possibly for vegetables. Company title in full in shield and scroll device. Minor crack and rim chip but not bad for its age.
  6. N.E.R. Station/Track/Siding diagram. Knapton between York and Scarboro’. Shows signal box, NER cottages, goods shed, etc. Dated 8.8.05. On blue linen.  8” x 13”
  7. Paycheck. L.M.R. Loco Heaton Mersey. Round, brass, stamped. 1½” dia.
  8. L.M.S. Restaurant Car Menu/Wine List. Picture at top of “Winged Man” with sunburst over London behind. Wine List in centre pages and list of hotels on back page. Dated 21.4.37. 8” x 5”
  9. Maryport and Carlisle Railway. Notice of Special General Meeting of proprietors and debenture holders for considering and approving absorption of M & C by L.M.S. Feb. 27th 1923.
  10. B.R. (M) LMS style Vertical Route Plan. Bourne-Saxby Jct., Irchester – Higham Ferrers and Heath Park to Harpenden Jct. with enlargements of Hemel Hempstead – Heath Park, High Ferrers to Rushden and Bourne. Dated Nov. 1948
  11. Paycheck. “L.M.S. Stockport Passr.” round, embossed pewter. 1¼” dia.
  12. B.R. World Cup 1966 Rail Travel Information folding brochure. 19 pp. Also has L. T. information, and in English, French, German and Spanish. Gives t/t’s and travel info. to the grounds.
  13. B.R. (S) Pot type engineman’s flare lamp, complete with lid and chain. 4½” high.
  14. B.R. (E) folding card t/t. King’s Cross to Gainsborough Central and Lea Road. 10th Sept. 1962 – June 1963. Blue print. V.G.C.
  15. Taff Vale Railway. Copy of agreement between TVR and Llantwit Red Ash Colliery Company for the Construction and Maintenance of Sidings. Dated 30th Aug. 1894. Reasonable condition for its age.
  16. B.R. (Sc) d/r closure poster. Dunfermline Upper, Oakley, Alloa, Cambus.          Lists replacement bus services dated Aug. 1968. 40” x 25”. Folded.
  17. Wagonplate. L.M.S. star “LMS 163635A Aug. 1942.” Letters painted, otherwise unrestored. One of holes slightly enlarged.
  18. L.N.E.R. List of Towns and Places between which Nottingham, Leicester and Derby merchandise is conveyed by L.N.E.R. 104 pp. Red cloth covers, together with LNER Regs. for working vacuum and Westinghouse Auto Brakes. Slip carriages. Feb. 26th (2)
  19. Wagon labels. (i) G.W.R. (in full) Shipping Goods to Victoria and Albert Station London E. (all printed) (ii) GWR Examine Load (iii) 2 x Furness Rly (From Barrow Dock) (iv) 2 x S.E. & C.R. (v) 2 x G & SWR (vi) G.N.S.R. Perishable Goods. (9)
  20. Enamel Builders Plate. “Charles Roberts & Co. Ltd, Builders, Horbury, Wakefield.” White on black. 6¼” x 12”. G.
  21. Wagonplate. “Owners Shell-Mex and B.P. Ltd, London, W.C.2 No. 7924”
  22. B.R. (M) Closure Poster. Alfreton & Smith Normanton, Clay Cross, Codnor Park & Ironville Pye Bridge, Ilkeston Junction, etc. Nov. 1966.  40” x 25” folded. G.
  23. B.R. (W) Gradient Profiles. Covering the Retew, St. Dennis, Carbis, Goonbarrow and Trenance Valley branches, 1960. 9” x 29”. Good cond.
  24. (G.N.R.) cast-iron bridge numberplate. “3” from near Nottingham London Road Low Level. No Co. initials but a distinctive pattern. Oval 7½” x 12½” Face restored.
  25. G.W.R. Publications Account June – Dec. 1917. Typescript. Lists the publications by name including American booklets with receipts, credits and debits. Tear repaired with tape but no loss to text.

Closing Times for Lots 501 – 525    Wed. 18th May 7.00 pm 01788 521491

  1. Shedplate. 1F Rugby 9/63 – 12/68. Face repainted a long time ago.
  2. L.N.E.R. Track and Siding Plan. “Harrogate”. Shows track for South signal box through station past North box, coal depots, cattle dock to Dragon Jcn. Tables of sidings and running lines. 10” x 38” paper, folded. Dated 8/1931.
  3. Chromed steel key token. Brora-Helmsdale. From a scenic section of the ex H.R. Inverness – Thurso line. G.
  4. B.R. (E) Signalling Instruction 3101. New Signalling between Forest Gate Junc., Manor Park, Ilford Station and Ilford car sheds 29th July 1949. 11 pp + pull-out diagram.
  5. “L. & N.W. & F. Rys. Boundary Post.” Cast-iron, 48” high. Complete and undamaged. An uncommon boundary from the LNW & Furness Joint line which went from Sellafield to Marron Junction near Cockermouth and which had in its heyday heavy traffic in iron ore, stone and coal.
  6. G.W.R. Invoice to the Commanding Officer, Royal Engineers, relating to the loan of portable pumping engines to the Swanage Camp & Dorchester Camp. 2nd Jan. 1918. Signed by J. Kelynack for G. J. Churchward.
  7. Newcastle and Carlisle Railway Timetable on and from Sept. 23rd 1837. Pink paper. Very ornate borders. Printed by John Hernamen. 11” x 8½”. Good condition. Fascinating item from the dawn of railways.
  8. Tickets 50+ whole Edmondson tickets (all issued) from and to Leamington Spa -Warwick, Stratford areas. Mainly issued in 1960’s.Good condition.
  9. Alloy Shedcode. 84A. Plymouth Laira totally ex loco condition, ex D6305; withdrawn from Laira 5/68
  10. 30+ colour slides of diesels in Plymouth area mid 1960’s. Many of NBL D63XX locos. Quality good.
  11. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. “Devonport Junction to Devonport (Kings Road)” dated June 1953. Would look excellent framed.
  12. Tickets 50+ whole, issued tickets issued Birmingham Snow Hill, Stourbridge Jcn., Smethwick Jcn. etc. Late 50’s – early 60’s.
  13. G.W.R. key with attached metal tag “Traffic Long Marston.”
  14. B.R. (E) fold out pamphlet. “London Tilbury & Southend Railway Centenary 1856 – 1956” with photos of the line c. 1900, together with R.C.T.S. Itinerary of Southend Centenary Special 11th March 1956 from Bishopsgate goods. (2)
  15. Sheet of quality writing paper (unused) head ed “The Royal Train” with embossed crest in red of Royal Coat of Arms; 1950’s, together with two typescript letters concerning delays to local trains on the King’s Lynn line as a result of the Royal Train conveying Princess Margaret from Sandringham 12th Jan. 1957.
  16. Metropolitan Railway Trespass Notice. “Met. Railway. Caution. Trespassers will be prosecuted. By Order.” (5 lines) 16½” x 22¾”.        Face repainted.
  17. G.W.R. Aldermaston Rescue Training Sheets. Remote Breathing Apparatus with full A4 size GWR diagrams of how to fit the apparatus. c. 1941. (5 sheets)
  18. Ian Allan A.B.C. of LMS Locos. 1945 No. 2 edition. Good unmarked condition.
  19. Ian Allan A.B.C. of Southern Locomotives April 1943. In good unmarked condition.
  20. Original wooden carriage print frame ready to take your favourite B.R. (E)/ L.N.E.R. view. Good condition. Glazed.
  21. Shedplate. 67C Ayr 1948-68. Unrestored.
  22. B.R. (M) memorandum. English Electric Project. “Deltic” Footplate trips were made on loco between Euston – Crewe- Liverpool from 3rd to 9th June 1957. Following data recorded. 2 sheets of typescript data. 19th Jun. 1957.
  23. “Live Pigeons” label with 2 Prepaid “G.W.R. Devonport” stamp labels and addressed to the Station Master at Ivybridge. 25.4.1928.
  24. B.R. (Sc.) Enamel Doorplate. “Private”. Good colour and shine. A few edge chips which have been touched in. Lettering unaffected. 3½” x 18”.
  25. Great Western Railway. Easter 1933. “Alteration and Suspension of Passenger Trains.” 50 pp. V.G.C. Purple print.

      Closing Times for Lots 526 – 550    Wed. 18th May 7.00 pm 01788 523250

  1. Sligo Leitrim and Northern Counties Railway T/T poster from 11th Aug. 1947. Refers to continuance of present emergency. Folded, 22½” x 17½” Minor edge nicks.
  2. L.M.S. Vertical Route Plans.  Nuneaton to Coventry, Three Spires Junc. – Humber Road, Berkswell Junc. – Kenilworth, Coventry – Rugby via Warwick & Leamington Spa with enlargements of Warwick – Milverton, Leamington, Daventry, Coventry. 1928.
  3. G.W.R. embossed round brass paycheck. 1¼” dia.
  4. S.R. booklet “Extracts from the Rule Book. Instructions applicable to the electrified lines 1st Jan. 1933.” 55 pp., together with S.R. (South Western sec.) supplement to book of instructions to station masters, ticket inspectors, etc. on to passenger excess, fire regulations, dated 8/1931.10 pp.
  5. R.C.H. coloured junction diagram. (i) Nine Mile Point, Abersychan & Talywain, Bassaleg & Newport 1905. (ii) Blaydon, Hexham, Newcastle and Scotswood 1911.
  6. Paycheck “LNER Engrs. Dept. King’s X Dist. Pay.” round embossed brass 1⅜” dia.
  7. L.M.S. Vertical Route Plan: Halesowen – Longbridge. Barnt Green – Ashchurch with enlargements of Evesham, Broom Jct., Alcester, Redditch, Halesowen Junc. Amended Nov. 1939.
  8. E.E. Type 4 locos. Hardback loco operating instructions and fault finding. Film strip edition. 3rd Ed. Jan 1961. Pub. E.E.Co. Bradford, together with B.R. Diesel Traction Manual for Engineman 1962. 271 pp (2)
  9. 2 x L. & Y.R. Co. steel pay tins stamped on side with Co. initials.
  10. B.R. (W) Signalling Notice No. WW 338 Taff Vale Rationalisation Scheme Stage 1 Pontypridd Area. June 1970. 3 pp with pull-out diagram
  11. Southern Railway (S.W. Section) Docks and Marine Dept., Southampton. Programme of Smoking Concert at the Coliseum, Southampton, 16th Feb., 1923. Wine list on back cover. 4 sides. Blue writing on salmon coloured thick paper. G
  12. Cast iron Wagonplates: (i) “Registered 1967 B.R. (M) 188096. Gross weight not to exceed 100 tons 0 Cwts.” Unrestored, oval. (ii) B.R. (D) – 1967 2312 A, rectangular with “stars” around holes. Unrestored. Crack through right bolthole.
  13. G.W.R. wartime, metal cased, Signalbox repeater with red “home” semaphore signal.  The background white paint has largely flaked off but the words On/Wrong /Off can still be made out, together with B.R. Bakelite cased banner repeater with black banner and “Track occupied.” on face. (2)
  14. B.R. (W) Gradient Profile. Par to Truro Jun. 1955. 9” x 29” on paper. Good condition. Would frame well.
  15. L.M.S. N.C.C. Northern Ireland. Tours and Excursions by Train and Motor Coach 1st May – 31st Oct. 1936. Colourful front cover with mountains and sea. 68 pp + fold-out map. Good condition.
  16. “G.W.R.” stamped brass outside water tap ex Henllan, West Wales.
  17. G.W.R. wooden clothes hanger inscribed on the curved wood top piece “Property of the Great Western Railway Hotels”. Steel hook at top. Reasonable condition.
  18. B.R. (W) Football handbill. Southampton Town v. Plymouth Argyle – Cafeteria Car Excursion to S’ton Central from Plymouth, Devonport (Kings Rd.) Bere Ferrers, Brentor, Okehampton, etc. Nov. 29th 1958. Reasonable condition.
  19. Handlamp L.M.S. embossed Wartime Austerity type. Stamped D.69788. Unmarked vessel.
  20. North British Railway Train Service between Perth, Dundee, Arbroath, Montrose, Aberdeen and the principal stations in Scotland & England July – Sept. 1899 with Coat of Arms. 16 pp. Includes Tay Ferry times. Yellow paper. Good condition for its age.
  21. Southern Railway two-handled sugar bowl with Company title in garter on side. One or two small dents but generally in nice original cond., 3” high.
  22. R.C.H. coloured Junction Diagram. (i) Castle Douglas, Abbey Holme, Annan, Kirkbride 1903. (ii) Adlington, Blackburn, Cherry Tree, Ingleton, Wennington 1903. (2)
  23. L.N.E.R. cast-iron doorplate. “Private” 3½” x 13½”. Repainted.
  24. B.R. (S) fold-out pamphlet. “Hampshire by Train.” Vignettes of a farm coastline and steam hauled express on red and blue cover. Opens out to seaside photos, etc. G.C.
  25. S.R. Signalling Instruction No. 40/1932. Introduction of c.I.s. between Preston Park, Hove and Brighton, abolition of Lovers Walk, Montpelier Jct., Brighton South & West, etc. boxes 16th Oct. 1932 together with B.R. (S) signal instruction No. 2/1954. Bringing into use new station at Twickenham & associated signalling alteration. (2)

Closing Times for Lots 551 – 575   Wed. 18th May 7.30 pm 01788 521491

  1. L.M.S. Printed Notice re. Water Supply, Whitchurch – Drivers requested not to take more water than absolutely necessary owing to restricted supply 23rd July 1923. Pasted to sheet but could be framed together with typed Motive Power circular concerning Missing Connecting Rod for “Prince of Wales” engine 2417 despatched from Crewe Works to Monument Lane but placed in error in wrong stores van.
  2. “D” Wagon Plate. “L.M.S. 50 tons 748053” Ex. Weltrol wagon. Uncommon. Repainted. G.
  3. Midland/LMS Bridge Reports. “Leicester and Hitchin line.” From Marriott’s Bridge to Holsey Road Bridge and covering Shambrook Old and New Viaducts. Detailed particular of construction – local name of bridges and Condition Report (in ink) for 1931. (2 sheets)
  4. Royal Train. Large fold-out diagram showing the composition and detailed internal layouts of the coaches forming “Grove” special – Liverpool St., to Chelmsford 24th Mar. 1958. 14” x 65” stamped C & W Engineer, Doncaster 18.3.58, together with Route Restrictions for R.T. coaches for example 15 m.p.h. speed limit through Hose Tunnel (GN/LNW) (2)
  5. “G.W.R. Marine Dept.” silverplated cake knife. “GWR” in intertwined letters in centre of garter with “Marine Dept.” in circle. By Butler “Cavendish”. Uncommon.
  6. Carriage Print. “Kelso, Roxburghshire” by S. R. Badmin. Looking northwards with the famous bridge over the Tweed in the foreground with old lorries going over it, including “S.R. Badmin’s Giant Circus.” The ancient abbey and town in background. Tremendous detail. Unframed and in mint condition. LNER series.
  7. Carriage Print. “Newark Castle” by Kenneth Steel. The ancient red sandstone ruins rise up dramatically above the banks of the Trent in the foreground. Original type frame. Excellent condition.
  8. Carriage Print. Dunottar Castle. Kincardineshire. Evening sunshine and shadow lend a dramatic and menacing air to the castle on the cliffs. Unframed and in mint condition. LNER series.
  9. (Caledonian Railway) enamel Signalbox nameboard. “Crieff” white lettering on dark blue 8½” x 24”. Edge chipping but title unblemished. Loss of enamel on r.h. edge suggests that the sign was shortened by B.R. from Crieff East box.  As removed by vendor on closure of line in mid 1960’s.
  10. B.R. (W) Signalling Instructions. (i) M.a.S Bristol – Stapleton Road – Filton – Avonmouth Dock. Oct. 1970 (ii) Bristol – Stage 10 – Yatton to Highbridge including Weston-Super-Mare loop. Jan. 1972. Both with pull-out diagrams. (2)
  11. G.W.R. (London) Lecture and Debating Society booklet. “Signalling in relation to Railway Operation” by G. H. Crook (Signal Engineer’s Office, G.W.R. Reading). Read at meeting on 3rd Feb., 1927. 28 pp. with many diagrams. Interesting.
  12. B.R. (E) Enamel Doorplate. “Waiting Room” on two lines. Largish chip around top left fixing hole as well as other more minor edge/hole chips but lettering unaffected. 6” x 18”
  13. Highland section Track/station diagrams. (i) Dalnaspidal – shows station, signal cabin, agent’s house, etc. (ii) Carrbridge. On Perth-Inverness main line. Ink on grey “vellum”. Old, probably LMS. 8” x 13” (2)
  14. B.R. (S) Waterloo Platform & Carriage Working Notice. (Steam trains). In connection with Whitsun holiday 1956. Lots of information. 53 pp. Some foxing on cover but contents good.
  15. Midland Railway/LMS Bridge Reports Bedford to Hitchin line. From No. 24 (Warden Tunnel) to Church Path bridge No. 30. Detailed description of particulars as well as condition in 1931.
  16. Tickets. 10 issued tickets: 5 x Waterloo and City Railway single journey fare 2d, together with 5 x S.R. from same line.
  17. Loco Worksplate. “Built 1959 Derby.” Repaired through both bolt holes. Please ask. Ex. D3787/08622
  18. Cast iron Notice. “Cambrian Railways Notice. Any persons found trespassing on this railway will be prosecuted. By Order.” 27” x18”. Unrestored.
  19. L.M.S. fold-out timetable. Cheadle Heath, Didsbury, Heaton Mersey, Withington and Manchester Sept. 27th 1937 u.f.n. Yellow card with picture of steam loco on cover. Opens out to 3¾” x 6¼”.  G
  20. Southern Marine pickle fork by Elkington. S.R. Marine Flag with “Southern Railway”- in scroll - at the pronged end. Solid round tapering handle with “ball” at the end. Good original cond. Uncommon.
  21. L.M.S. Vertical Route plan. Wolverton – Newport Pagnell, Leighton Buzzard – Dunstable, Cheddington – Aylesbury, St. Albans – Watford, Harrow – Stanmore, with enlargements of Aylesbury (LMS), Dunstable and Newport Pagnell. Dated Nov. 1926.
  22. B.R. (W) Signalbox Diagram. “St. Germans Station” dated 11.5.61. Office copy. Folded. 16½” x 39½”.  B.R. (W) Reading 26.1.65 stamp in the back. Between Saltash & Liskeard on Cornwall main line.
  23. G.W.R. Aldermaston Rescue Training Sheets. Methods of lifting, carrying, dragging and lowering persons. 4 pp. + 2 large fold-out diagrams each having GWR Rescue Training Sheet C.E.O. Aldermaston printed at bottom. These measure 27” x 19”. Many diagrams of Fireman’s Lift, dragging down stairs, dropping from an upstairs window, etc. Interesting.
  24. An S.E.C.R. Sykes lock and block signal box instrument complete with all brass fittings the circular dial marked 32,37W 28:22. Nor to “A” Box from Forest Hill.” From Crystal Palace, together with its attached large brass post and finial and home signal. Very good condition, complete with its cast brass Sykes maker’s plate.
  25. Royal Train Notice. Liverpool St to Wolferton 21st Dec. 1961. 4 pp., with passing times, etc. G.

     Closing Times for Lots 576 – 600     Wed. 18th May 7.30 pm 01788 523250

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