Lord, Joseph Simon III Born May 21, 1912, in Philadelphia, PA Died April 23, 1991, in Philadelphia, PA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania Nominated by John F. Kennedy on August 31, 1961, to a new seat authorized by 75 Stat. 80. Confirmed by the Senate on September 14, 1961, and received commission on September 15, 1961. Served as chief judge, 1971-1982. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1982. Service terminated on April 23, 1991, due to death. Education: University of Pennsylvania, A.B., 1933 University of Pennsylvania Law School, LL.B., 1936 Professional Career: Private practice, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1936-1961 U.S. Navy, 1942-1945 U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 1961 Oral History