The Clarendon Press, March 28, Page 2
Purcell vtsds area-- Y
what's his future?
from Amarillo hospitals. It's so nice to have them back.
By [M4n Mrs. Sam Lowe is in Room 433 of High Plains Baptist Hos-
pital, if you want to send cards 'n letters.
FORMER CONGRESSMAN Graham B. Purcell, who was
narrowly defeated by Republican Congressman Bob Price
in the 13th Congressional District race last November, was
in the Panhandle area last week, witha fresh face and a new
outlook on thedistrict'sproblems. Purcell left hisold friends
in this area wondering whether or not he would make another
run at the 13th District. Some think he will, some think he
wonPt.
This writer, for one, thinks Purcell will indeed take another
stab at the 13th Congressional seat. It was the look on the
veteran lawmaker's face that convinced us that his political
days are far from over.
Purcell was interviewed for about two hours by several of
his close newsPaper friendsduring aprivate meeting in Chil-
dress. Those participating included Carroll Kochp publisher
of The Quanah Tribune-Chief; Paul Ord and Claud Arnold,
publisher and editor of The Childress Reporter; and Dean
Singleton, publisher of The Clarendon Press.
Purcell was making a swing through his old district for
the purpose of "renewing acquaintances and visitingwith old
friends." And although he never told anybody he would seek
election to the 13th District in 1974, he didn't tell anybody he
wouldn't, either.
Purcell spent ll year s in the U. S. House of Representatives
before winding up in a re-districting battle with incumbent
Bob Price, a Republican. At the time he was defeated, he was
chairman of the Livestock andGrainSub-Committee andwas
one step away from being chairmanofthe entire Agriculture
Committee. After the long, hot campaign inthe400-mtle long
district, many political observers predicted that Purcell
would never run again. Purcell was visibly tired and worn-
out when the campaign ended in defeat.
But the veteran congressman has re-gained his vigor. H e's
the same polltical fighter now that he has always been.
Purcell is presently practicing law inWashlngton D. C. He
is working wlth various groups on special governmental
matters, including the Texas Cotton Growers. He is work-
lng as a link between various groups and the Congress.
Graham told me that he has spent more time with his fam-
ily (his 9 children and charming wife Nancy) since the elec-
tion than he had in the previous 3 years. He says the re-
lief from the pressure of public life has been refreshing.
Purcell, as our lnterviewbegan, told us that he could com-
ment "on any subject you can bring up. I had to be careful
when I was a public servant, but I can say anything I want
now without fear of being shot out of the saddle."
Purcell attacked the Nixon administration on several
angles. He said that the administration's "peace with honor"
in Southeast Asia was unrealistic.
"Obviously. Mr. Nixon has made a deal to get our troops
out of Vietnam, get our prisoners of war home, then pay
the enemy billions of dollars in foreign aid in repayment."
Purcell said that it is, in his opinion, absolutely repulsive
to think of paying the enemy U.S. tax dollars after all the
A merican lives they have taken.
"I am totally and unconditionally opposed to giving the
North Vietnamese ANY American aid to rebuild their coun-
tryl" Purcell said.
The former congressman hit the President on the farm
program cuts, saying that the farmer cannot standthe dras-
tic cuts which the administration is proposing.
He also hit the President hard on the issues of the economy
the Post Office and the Watergate incident.
Purcell said Nlxon is deceiving the American people, and
said "The bubble will burst one of these days."
Purcell had little to say about his former opponent, Rep.
Bob Price. His only comment was that he feels Price is
simply a "rubber stamp" for President Nixon, and not
a man with any thoughts of his own. (Price is presently
hospitalized with a heart attack, and there has been some
speculation that he many not seek re-election in 1974.)
Purcell, asked about the 1976 presidential race, said he
looks for John Connally to be the nominee for the Re-
publicans, with Melvin Laird the possible vice presidential
nominee.
He predicted the Democrats would come up with a "fresh,
new face," somebody who is known in politics but not pre-
sently considered as a leading contender.
"I think Kennedy is very unlikely," he said. "I would be
tickled to death with Hubert Humphrey, but I doubt that the
party would run him again."
The Democratic politican refused to rule out a race for
Congress for himself in 1974. He saidthat he has no plans to
run, but explained that he will take a "long, hard" look at
the situation before making a decision. Current possibilities
for the 13th district race, besides Purcell include State Sens.
Jack Hightolver and Max Sherman, Ray Ruffin, and others.
Purcell indicated a fondness for Hightower, who has long
been a close friend.
"I wouldn't want to get into a primary fight with Hightower.
He's a good man."
After the interview with friends, Purcell got in his car and
Journeyed to his hometown of Archer City, where he ate
home-made biscuits and gravy with his parents. He then
flew back to Washington.
And as he left, all those whovisitedwith him during his
2-day trip across his old district probably wondered what
again? Will he continue to practlce law in Washington? Will he
continue to stay on the fringes of Texas politics?
Nobody knows. But as onewho has known Graham Purcell
for quite sometime, I can readily say that whatever he
does, he will always be concerned about his old district. He
will be concerned about the farmer and the rancher, who
he helped for many years. He'll be concerned about the
agriculture programs. He'll be concerned about people.
People. That's always been his business.
As Graham talked with me and others last week, I could
visibly see the concern in his eyes. Even though he's now out
the mainstream, he's still worried about the problems of
today and tomorrow.
Graham Purcell is a public servant at heart. Yes, I
think we'll see more of Graham Purcell in the iture. The
look on his face and in his eyes last week convinced me
that his political days are far from over.
Goldston Club meets
Goldston Club met in the home of Nina Dale Thursday,
March 22, for a social evening. "42" and visiting were
enjoyed by fourteen members and guests.
Delicious refreshments were served to members Annie
Bates, Blanche Gray, Mac Wilkinson, Eleanor Martin,
Blanche Higgins, May Pearl McDonald, Lilla Roberts, Joy
Roberson and Della Allen, and visitors, Edna Hudson, Annie
Thompson, Charles Bates and Houston McDonaldbythehos-
tess, Nina Dale.
Our next meeting will be April 5 with Blanche Gray.
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Never leave a baby alone ona
raised surface -- no matter
what the urgency. Serious in-
Juries can result from falls,
warns Jane Fleischer, family
life education specialist with
the Texas Agricultural Ex-
Small appliances, like hand
mixers, are designed to do
light - weigh Jobs best. Use
them for heavy Jobs and the
motor will burn out, saysLil-
llam Cochran, home manage-
ment specialist, Texas Agri-
If you forgot the Variety Show sponsored by the CC Span-
ish Club, you really missed out on some great entertain-
ment. Perhaps the best performers were the SingingSweet-
hearts and leaders, the Don Springers.
Mrs. lareime Hamilton, M: H, S. Brumley, Mrs. Rolle
Brumley"and Mrs. H. T. Burto were seen at Ruby Brom-
ley's Tuesday at neon. It seemed as if they were having a fine
time!
Freezer foods are really convenient. Here are some of my
favorites.
surfacing with
new spring interest
EASY POT-ROAST
Store no longer than 6 months. Makes enough for 6 to 8
servings.
3 - pound beef chuck pot-roast (arm blade, inside roll
or shoulder clod)
2 teaspoons salt
I/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium onions, sliced
I can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
l tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon horseradish
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
Place meat on 30 x 18 - inch piece of heavy-duty alumi-
num foil. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle onion on
meat. Mix remaining ingredients; pour on meat. Fold foil
over meat and seal securely. (To serve immediately, see
below.) Label and freeze.
4 hours 15 minutes before serving, remove easy Pot-Roast
from freezer and place wrapped meat inbaidngpan, 13 x 9 x
2 inches. (if foil has torn during storage, overwrap with
foil.) Cook in 350 degrees oven until tender, about 4 hours.
Place meat on warm platter; keep warm while making
Gravy (below)
GRAVY
Spoon off fat from broth. Add enough water to broth to
measure 2 cups; pour into pan. Shake 1/2 cup water and 1/4
cup all-purpose flour in covered jar; stir slowly into broth.
Boil and stir 1 minute. If desired, add few drops bottled
brown bouquet sauce.
To Serve Immediately: Place wrapped meat in baking pan,
13 x 9 x 2 inches. Cook in 300 degrees oven until tender,
about 4 hours. Place meat on warm platter; keep warm
while making Gravy. (above)
GREEN BEANS IN SOUR CREAM
Makes enough for 3 or 4 servings.
I Package (10 ounces) frozen green beans
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped pimiento
Salt and pepper
1/2 Cup dairy sour cream
Cook green beans as directed on package; drain and re-
turn to saucepan, Stir in onion, pimiento, salt and pepper;
heat. Turn into serving dish; spoon sour cream on top.
FRUIT DESSERT FREEZE
Store no longer than I month. Makes enough for 12 serv-
ings.
1 package (15.4 ounces) creamy white frosting mix
2 cups whipping cream
1 large banana
I can (8 3/4 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
School
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__ University. Texas A&M University. m e n u
MARCH 26-30
MONDAY
Sloppy Joe on Bun
French Fries with Catsup
Blackeyed Peas
Buttered Cookie
Milk
Check the unique surface pattern
on Johnny's exclusive 100% poly-
ester double-knit suit. It's sure to
look as smart on you as it does on
Johnny. Deep-notch wide lapel
styling, sparked with sculptured
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Deep side vents, bright print lining,
and the gleam of Johnny's own "JC"
blazer buttons add to the impact.
This spring, take your cue from
Johnny.
$105.00
TUESDAY
Bar-B-que Wieners
Creamed Potatoes
Buttered Spinach
Hot Rolls - Butter
Applesauce
Milk
WEDNESDAY
Beef Stew wflh Vegetables
Pickled Beets
Cornbread
Sliced Peaches
Milk
$0036-5o
Regular and Longs
THURSDAY
Chicken with Rice
Seasoned Green Beans
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Hot Rolls - Butter
Jelly
Milk
FRIDAY
Pizza with Cheese
Buttered Corn
Tossed Green Salad
Whipped Jello with Cream
Milk
III II
Fish fillets are cut from the
fish side, away from the back-
bone -- steaks are one-inch-
thick slices cut across the
flsh containing a small por=
tion of backbone, explainsKa=
ren Kretpke, foods and nu-
trition speclalist Texas Agri-
cultural Extension Service,
Texas A&M University.
Clarendon, Texas
I/3 cup chopped pecans, if desired
1/3 cup halved maraschino cherries, drained
I/3 cup cut-up dates
2 tablespoons lemon Juice
Chill frosting mix (dry) and whipping cream cover
small mixer howl at least 1 hour. Beat until softl
form. Slice banana into frosting mixture; fold in rer
ingredients. Pour mixture into baking pan, 9 x
inches, or 2 refrigerator trays. Wrap, label and i
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