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of a Jacobean barn that is now being used for a tea room and a lunch room, and a room for bigger conferences.

Q:

How near to the castle is that?

Lasker:

It's within about three minutes. It's right there, with a marvelous terrace overlooking the castle.

Q:

What is the age of the --?

Lasker:

Jacobean.

Q:

Jacobean, yes.

Lasker:

James the First or James the Second.

Q:

That isn't pictured here?

Lasker:

Yes. It's in the picture. It's sitting right here.

Q:

And that will accommodate many more people.

Lasker:

Yes.

Q:

You're getting heavily involved with Leeds Castle then?

Lasker:

Well, not really. But I've always loved it, and I'm hoping that it will really make some major dent.

Q:

What about Versailles? Anything more there?

Lasker:

Well, Versailles I've given a little money to, but nothing very much, and they've been successful with contributions from other





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