The 250 visitors included many distinguished foreign guests from ten countries. Social activities were held over the weekend , beginning with a reception at Christ Church at which Lord Cherwell and Sir John Townsend were present. There were conducted tours of Oxford colleges and a garden party given by the British Council for overseas visitors. Later in the week ladies visited Blenheim Palace, a blanket mill at Witney and the theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon. Receptions were also given by the British Electricity Authority, and by the Mayor of Oxford. The conference was opened by Dr. A. von Engel, who surveyed the work in Great Britain. The delegates were also welcomed by Mr. T. C.
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