1.   Clinton has appointed three successors to the vacant posts.

2.   He had bowed out gracefully when his successor had been appointed.

3.   Although there is a preference for appointing his successor in that field, candidates whose interests lie in Physical Geography will be considered.

4.   And because Massachusetts Governor Paul Cellucci is a Republican, a Kerry pick would mean the governor appoints his successor, altering the balance of power in the Senate.

5.   And Dewhurst said Friday he would not make the race if Gramm resigned early and the governor appointed a successor.

6.   Appointing a successor is an internal party matter, however.

7.   Administration sources say they are close to appointing a successor.

8.   But he sees no reason to appoint a successor.

9.   Early church tradition claims that the apostles then appointed their successors by the laying on of hands.