Word: clere
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Dates: during 1940-1949
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...great country estate, St. Clere, in Kent (now a nursery), he was always known as Captain. One of his tenants thought he could always tell whether the financial news was good or bad according to whether Norman sported a red or blue beret. His devotion to the Bank was fanatical. Looking out over his garden, Norman once said: "I wish they would let me stay here." Said an old servant: "Surely you can if you wish." Replied Norman: "No, it is impossible" - and left at once for the Bank...