Davis, David Jackson Born October 15, 1878, in Weedowee, AL Died December 7, 1938 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama Received a recess appointment from Franklin D. Roosevelt on December 10, 1935, to a seat vacated by Grubb William I.; nominated to the same position by Franklin D. Roosevelt on January 6, 1936. Confirmed by the Senate on January 22, 1936, and received commission on January 28, 1936. Service terminated on December 7, 1938, due to death. Education: Yale University, LL.B, 1906 Professional Career: Private practice, Birmingham, Alabama, 1906-1935 Research Collections