Butler, Algernon Lee Born August 2, 1905, in Clinton, NC Died September 5, 1978 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on July 28, 1959, to a seat vacated by Donnell Gilliam. Confirmed by the Senate on August 28, 1959, and received commission on August 31, 1959. Served as chief judge, 1961-1975. Assumed senior status on August 2, 1975. Service terminated on September 5, 1978, due to death. Education: University of North Carolina School of Law Read law, 1928 Professional Career: Private practice, Clinton, North Carolina, 1928- State representative, North Carolina, 1931 County attorney, Sampson County, North Carolina, 1938-1951 Research Collections