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Breeds Thoroughbred Horses

Mr. Van Clief, who breeds
thoroughbred horses on his
3,500-acre farm near Esmont,
emphasized that his decision
does not represent permanent
retirement from politics. "I
may seek public office again.
When you realize how much
good can be accomplished in
public service, you can never
turn your back permanently on
politics."

Mrs. Van Clief said
Monday, however, that her
husband presently has no
definite plans. "He has such a
load right now. He just had to
get out and tend to personal
business. I don't know how
long it will take him."