Congressman Hall Praised by Colleagues

WASHINGTON, D.C. — North and East Texas Congressman Ralph Hall had to watch from Rockwall as his colleagues on Capitol Hill paid tribute to his 34-year congressional career. The 91-year- old Hall is in rehab for injuries from an October car accident. Among those praising Hall on the House floor was Congressman Louie Gohmert of Tyler. Representatives Joe Barton, Sam Johnson, and Kay Granger were among others who took the podium. Hall, the oldest member of the U.S. House, may not return before his term expires at the end of the year. He was defeated in the primary last May.