Henderson, John Oliver Born November 13, 1909, in Buffalo, NY Died February 19, 1974 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 21, 1959, to a seat vacated by Justin C. Morgan. Confirmed by the Senate on September 14, 1959, and received commission on September 21, 1959. Served as chief judge, 1967-1974. Service terminated on February 19, 1974, due to death. Education: University of Buffalo Law School, LL.B., 1933 Professional Career: U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, 1942-1946 Private practice, Buffalo, New York Clerk, Erie County [New York] Surrogate's Court, 1947-1948 U.S. attorney for the Western District of New York, 1953-1959 Portraits