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21st World Vegetarian Congress 1971 The Hague, The Netherlands |
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WORLD CONGRESS HOLLAND 5-11 September The 21st World Vegetarian Congress was held in The Hague's luxurious new Congresgebouw. There were 290 delegates from 26 countries including some who have not been represented for many years - Hungary, Venezuela, Turkey, Mexico and Lebanon. India, America, Canada and South Africa also participated. Dr. Gordon Latto, President of the Vegetarian Society (UK), succeeded the retiring President, The Marquis de St.Innocent. The event was covered by radio and television, including the BBC. It is hoped to report some interesting lectures in subsequent issues.
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