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o Dear Fellow Dickensian,
The great importance of a Conference is the opportunity
afforded to members of branches from all parts of the world
to meet together - more important indeed than the place of
Conferenceo This year we are fortunate in being able to
gather in delightful surroundings, in the Garden of England,
with a chance to enjoy all the events, with the exception of
the excursions, under one roof» As Jingle so aptly remarked
about the county in which Folkestone is situated - "Kent,
sir - everybody knows Kent - apples, cherries, hops and
women
It is hoped that the reasonable terms for full board
offered by The Grand (Conference Hotel) will induce all mem
bers attending to stay in one place. This will eliminate the
trouble of going out to the various functions and the cost of
transport in wet weather (if any), and it is hoped will add
greatly to your enjoyment.
The excursions are shorter than usual - therefore less ex
pensive - and are arranged so that all meals except one can
be taken at the Conference Hotel, This will keep the cost of
the whole Conference within reasonable limits. For those
staying at The Grand Hotel, an allowance of 7/6d, will be
made in respect of the Conference Banquet,
The hotel has another Conference to accommodate, but will
give preference to our delegates, if they book early, as we
were first in the field. You are advised therefore to notify
the hotel now of your requirements, and you are asked also
to book with us early for the Conference, so that we know
the number attending and can complete arrangementsForms are
supplied for that purpose.
Alternative hotels in the vicinity of The Grand, offering
slightly lower rates., are not generally interested in short-
term bookings. It is possible to book longer periods with
them, however, and if you wish te remain a week of more, you
should make your own individual arrangementsA list of hotels
and guests houses will be supplied by the Publicity Manager,
Publicity Office, Folkestone, Kent, on request, Book early,
however, whatever you decide to do, and remember tha"*- ac-
