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Speech by H. Bertelsmann (President of the Netherlands Committee) at the Opening of the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977

Address delivered on behalf of the Netherlands Committee welcoming participants, noting that this is the 23rd competition and the second hosted by the Netherlands. Pays tribute to the late W.C.S. Laman Trip, co-founder and long-time Chairman of the Netherlands Committee. Acknowledges support from Dutch authorities and companies providing equipment worth about 3 million guilders. Highlights the importance of collaboration between education and industry, greets the Danish delegation returning after long absence, and emphasizes the value of international exchange, fair judging, and mutual understanding among nations. (Handwritten annotations)

Handwritten notes, undated (circa 1977)

Handwritten notes concerning matters related to the International Vocational Training Competition (Utrecht 1977)

Letter from the Cantonal Office for Vocational Training (Bern) to invited participants, 29/06/1977 Subject: invitation to the reception for Bern participants in the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. O. Nickler (Head of the Cantonal Office for Vocational Training, Bern), 20/06/1977

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. O. Nickler (Head of the Cantonal Office for Vocational Training, Bern), 20/06/1977 Subject: thanks for the 15/06/1977 letter confirming Bern’s support; appreciation for the canton’s understanding toward the competition; confirmation that Director W. Schärer will attend in Utrecht as Official Observer; commitment to send the detailed program for 12 July to organize the Bern reception, and intention to accompany the Bern representatives to Bern and return to Zurich the same evening.

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. Käser (Head of the Vocational Training Office of Canton Aargau), 17/06/1977

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. Käser (Head of the Vocational Training Office of Canton Aargau), 17/06/1977 Subject: response to the refusal of Canton Aargau to pay 600 CHF contribution for its Competitor at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, stressing the strict budget constraints of the Swiss delegation, the importance of contributions from cantons, associations, and training companies as decided by the Swiss Committee, and urging reconsideration of the decision.

Letter from the Cantonal Office for Vocational Training (Bern) to Daniel Sommer and Roland Boegli, 15/06/1977

Letter from the Cantonal Office for Vocational Training (Bern) to Daniel Sommer and Roland Boegli, 15/06/1977 Subject: confirmation that Director W. Schärer will serve as the Canton of Bern’s official representative at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Hans Dellsperger (Vice Director, Federal Office for Industry, Trade and Labour), 13/06/1977

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Hans Dellsperger (Vice Director, Federal Office for Industry, Trade and Labour), 13/06/1977 Subject: update on preparations for the International Vocational Training Competition, noting positive progress of the team, and invitation to attend the Swiss team’s arrival at Zurich Airport on 12 July 1977 to deliver a short speech highlighting the significance of the competition.

Letter from Ambassador Alfred Fischli (Swiss Embassy, The Hague) to Daniel Sommer, 09/06/1977

Letter from Ambassador Alfred Fischli (Swiss Embassy, The Hague) to Daniel Sommer, 09/06/1977 Subject: reply to the request of 06/06/1977, regretting that due to budget cuts it is not possible to host a reception for the Swiss team during the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, but confirming attendance by either the Consul General Scalabrino or the Ambassador at the prize-giving ceremony on 11 July 1977.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the General Secretariat (Madrid), 07/06/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the General Secretariat (Madrid), 07/06/1977 Subject: confirmation of bank transfer of 138,300 pesetas, representing Switzerland’s 1977 financial participation.

Letter from Francisco Albert Vidal to Daniel Sommer, 07/06/1977

Letter from Francisco Albert Vidal to Daniel Sommer, 07/06/1977 Subject: reminder of unpaid contributions for 1976 and 1977 to cover translation and interpretation costs

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Ambassador Alfred Fischli (Swiss Embassy, The Hague), 06/06/1977

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Ambassador Alfred Fischli (Swiss Embassy, The Hague), 06/06/1977 Subject: request for a reception at the Swiss Embassy during the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, 1–12 July 1977, with participation of the Swiss team. Note: the mentioned enclosure (framework program) is not included in the file.

Program and participant list for the Swiss delegation to the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to Swiss Competitors at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977, 24/05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to Swiss Competitors at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977, 24/05/1977 Subject: general information regarding deadlines and requirements, including submission of passport photos by 31 May 1977, preparation and shipping of tool lists and materials by 13 June 1977, customs formalities, validity of passports or identity cards for entry into the Netherlands, and health and accident insurance coverage during the competition period. Note: the mentioned enclosures (program, Netherlands information booklet, participant directory, and list of Experts per skill) are not included in the file.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Zurich, 20/05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Zurich, 20/05/1977 Subject: request for leave for Recruit Martin Hersperger, Competitor in Sheet Metal Work, to allow his participation at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, 1–12 July 1977, and to postpone his military service entry date to 13 July 1977. Note: the mentioned enclosure (copy of call-up order) is not included in the file.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Bern, 20/05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Bern, 20/05/1977 Subject: request for leave for Recruit Peter Schärer, Competitor in Plumbing, to allow his participation at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, 1–12 July 1977, and to postpone his military service entry date to 13 July 1977. Note: the mentioned enclosure (copy of call-up order) is not included in the file.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Bern, 20/05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Military Directorate of the Canton of Bern, 20/05/1977 Subject: request for leave for Recruit Kurt Marti, Competitor in Electronics, to allow his participation at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, 1–12 July 1977, and to postpone his military service entry date to 13 July 1977. Note: the mentioned enclosure (copy of call-up order) is not included in the file.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Fédération Romande des Carrossiers, 11/05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the Fédération Romande des Carrossiers, 11/05/1977 Subject: request for financial contribution of 750 francs from the federation for the participation of the Autobody Repair Competitor in the International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht 1977,

Orientation program for Delegates and Experts, Zurich 07–08/05/1977

Draft program listing the orientation sessions where Delegates and Experts will provide information to Competitors

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to cantonal vocational training offices, trade associations, and training companies, 05/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to cantonal vocational training offices, trade associations, and training companies, 05/1977 Subject: information on the Swiss expedition to the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1–12 July 1977, including appointment of 13 Experts and 25 Competitors from six cantons; financial arrangements for participation (3,000 CHF per Competitor, with contributions from federal government, canton, and training company/association); and suggestion for organizing welcome receptions upon the Competitors’ return. Note: the mentioned enclosures (participant list and invoices) are not included in the file.

Note from École Technique et de Métiers, Sainte-Croix Note from École Technique et de Métiers, Sainte-Croix, 1977 (undated, prior to 07–08/05/1977) on a list of urgent issues to resolve before the training camp of 7–8 May 1977

Training camp program for the Swiss team at the International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977 (Obfelden, 07–08/05/1977)

Document from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions detailing logistics, costs, required items, and the full program of the training camp in Obfelden.

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the cantonal vocational training offices, 15/04/1977

Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Training Competitions to the cantonal vocational training offices, 15/04/1977 Subject: transmission of a list of national selection competitions for the International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, including names and addresses of selected Competitors and their training companies, except for Bricklaying (to be held at the end of the month), with further information to follow. Note: the mentioned enclosures (list of Competitors) are not included in the file.

Order confirmation from Schweizer Schul- und Volkskino (Schweizerisches Spenglermeisterverband), 26/04/1977

Confirmation of a film rental order (“Hiroshima mon amour”) for the training camp of the International Vocational Training Competition.

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. Chresta (Head of the Vocational Training Office of the Canton of Zurich), 25/04/1977

Letter from Daniel Sommer to Dr. Chresta (Head of the Vocational Training Office of the Canton of Zurich), 25/04/1977 Subject: information about the upcoming International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht in mid-1977, mentioning about 26 participating skills, and invitation to attend the first day of the training camp, including dinner, with program copy enclosed. Note: the attachment mentioned (program copy) is not included in the file.

Letter from D. Suter to Robert Gut, 26/04/1977

Letter from D. Suter to Robert Gut, 26/04/1977 Subject: invitation to attend the event at the training center of the Swiss Spengler and Installers’ Association in connection with the International Vocational Training Competition to be held in July in the Netherlands, including mention of the competition’s origins, participating nations, and Switzerland’s successful record.

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