Thomas, Daniel Holcombe Born August 25, 1906, in Prattville, AL Died April 13, 2000, in Mobile, AL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama Nominated by Harry S Truman on January 29, 1951, to a seat vacated by John McDuffie. Confirmed by the Senate on March 6, 1951, and received commission on March 9, 1951. Served as chief judge, 1966-1971. Assumed senior status on August 25, 1971. Service terminated on April 13, 2000, due to death. Education: University of Alabama School of Law, LL.B., 1928 Professional Career: Private practice, Mobile, Alabama, 1929-1943 Assistant solicitor, Mobile County, Alabama, 1932-1939 Acting solicitor, Mobile County, Alabama, 1943 U.S. Navy Lieutenant, 1943-1946 Private practice, Mobile, Alabama, 1946-1951 Research Collections