Born October 7, 1908, in Georgetown, DE Died May 12, 2001
Federal Judicial Service:
U. S. District Court, District of Delaware Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on July 1, 1955, to a new seat created by 68 Stat. 8; Confirmed by the Senate on July 19, 1955, and received commission on July 27, 1955. Served as Chief Judge, 1957-1973. Assumed senior status on October 8, 1973. Service terminated on May 12, 2001, due to death.
Education:
University of Delaware, B.A., 1930 Yale Law School, LL.B., 1933
Professional Career:
Private practice, Georgetown, Delaware, 1933-1955 Deputy state attorney general, Delaware, 1935-1939 Attorney, Delaware State Senate, 1938-1939