Noel, James Latane Jr. Born October 28, 1909, in Pilot Point, TX Died August 29, 1997, in Houston, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Received a recess appointment from John F. Kennedy on October 5, 1961, to a new seat authorized by 75 Stat. 80; nominated to the same position by John F. Kennedy on January 15, 1962. Confirmed by the Senate on March 16, 1962, and received commission on March 17, 1962. Assumed senior status on December 15, 1976. Service terminated on August 29, 1997, due to death. Education: Southern Methodist University, B.S., civil engineering, 1931 Southern Methodist University, B.S., commerce, 1932 Southern Methodist University School of Law, LL.B., 1937 Professional Career: Assistant district attorney, Dallas County, Texas, 1937-1938 Assistant attorney general, State of Texas, 1939-1942, 1945-1946 U.S. Naval Reserve, World War II Private practice, Houston, Texas, 1946-1961