Knous, William Lee Born February 2, 1889, in Ouray, CO Died December 12, 1959, in Denver, CO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Nominated by Harry S Truman on March 1, 1950, to a seat vacated by John Foster Symes. Confirmed by the Senate on April 4, 1950, and received commission on April 7, 1950. Served as chief judge, 1954-1959. Service terminated on December 12, 1959, due to death. Education: University of Colorado School of Law, LL.B., 1911 Professional Career: Private practice, Denver, Colorado, 1911-1937 Deputy district attorney, Ouray County, Colorado, 1913-1918 Mayor, Montrose, Colorado, 1926-1930 State representative, Colorado, 1928-1930 State senator, Colorado, 1930-1936; president pro tem, 1935-1936 Justice, Colorado Supreme Court, 1937-1947; chief justice, 1946-1947 Governor, Colorado, 1947-1950