LOCAL · OR · 1956-1965
James Purcell
Police Chief · Portland · Oregon
Background
James Purcell served as Police Chief · Portland of Portland of Oregon from 1956–1965 (9 years). Took office after Charles A. Pray; succeeded by Donald McNamara. Same-year political environment (1956): Governor Elmo Smith.
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Others who held this office in Oregon
- Tom Potter (1990-1993)
- Richard Walker (1986-1987)
- Penny Harrington (1985-1986)
- Bruce Baker (1979-1985)
- Bruce Baker (1972-1978)
- Donald McNamara (1965-1972)
- Charles A. Pray (1947-1951)