Bell, J. Spencer Born April 1, 1906, in Charlotte, NC Died March 19, 1967 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit Nominated by John F. Kennedy on September 14, 1961, to a new seat authorized by 75 Stat. 80. Confirmed by the Senate on September 23, 1961, and received commission on September 27, 1961. Service terminated on March 19, 1967, due to death. Education: Harvard Law School Duke University, B.A., 1927 University of North Carolina School of Law, LL.B., 1930 Professional Career: Private practice, Charlotte, North Carolina, 1930-1961 State senator, North Carolina, 1957-1961 Bibliography