Dawkins, Benjamin Cornwell Sr. Born July 19, 1881, in Ouachita City, LA Died August 22, 1966 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by Calvin Coolidge on April 25, 1924, to a seat vacated by George W. Jack. Confirmed by the Senate on May 5, 1924, and received commission on May 5, 1924. Served as chief judge, 1948-1953. Assumed senior status on May 17, 1953. Service terminated on August 22, 1966, due to death. Education: Tulane University Law School, LL.B., 1906 Professional Career: Private practice, Monroe, Louisiana, 1906-1912 Judge, Louisiana District Court, 1912-1918 Associate justice, Louisiana Supreme Court, 1918-1924 Research Collections