Taylor, William McLaughlin Jr. Born February 7, 1909, in Denton, TX Died June 17, 1985 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on June 28, 1966, to a seat vacated by T. Whitfield Davidson. Confirmed by the Senate on July 22, 1966, and received commission on July 22, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1973-1977. Assumed senior status on February 7, 1979. Service terminated on June 17, 1985, due to death. Education: Southern Methodist University School of Law, LL.B., 1932 Professional Career: Private practice, 1932-1933 Assistant district attorney, Civil Department, State of Texas, 1933-1936 Assistant city attorney, 1936-1939 Private practice, Dallas, Texas, 1939-1946 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Captain, 1944-1945 Private practice, Dallas, Texas, 1946-1949 Judge, 134th District Court of Texas, Dallas County, 1949-1953 Private practice, Dallas, Texas, 1953-1966 Research Collections Oral History