Giuliani Recruits Ex-GOP Chairman of N.H.

CONCORD, N.H. — Mayor Giuliani has recruited a recent New Hampshire Republican chairman to lead his political operations in this first-in-the-nation primary state.

Following his weekend visit to New Hampshire, Mr. Giuliani — who has taken the initial steps in a presidential bid — announced the appointment yesterday of veteran GOP activist Wayne Semprini.

"We picked up a lot of supporters this weekend," Mr. Semprini said.

Mr. Semprini, who until Saturday was the state Republican Party chairman, has been involved in New Hampshire politics since 1972.