History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
Warlick, Wilson
Born March 8, 1892, in Newton, NC
Died January 30, 1978

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Nominated by Harry S Truman on January 13, 1949, to a seat vacated by David E. Henderson. Confirmed by the Senate on January 31, 1949, and received commission on February 2, 1949. Served as chief judge, 1961-1962. Assumed senior status on June 24, 1968. Service terminated on January 30, 1978, due to death.

Education:
Catawba College, B.S., 1911
University of North Carolina School of Law, LL.B., 1913

Professional Career:
Private practice, Newton, North Carolina, 1913-1930
Judge, Superior Court, 16th Judicial District of North Carolina, 1931-1949

Also served as chief judge of the Western District of North Carolina, 1966-1968

 

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