Estes, Joe Ewing Born October 24, 1903, in Commerce, TX Died October 24, 1989 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on July 18, 1955, to a seat vacated by William H. Atwell. Confirmed by the Senate on July 28, 1955, and received commission on August 1, 1955. Served as chief judge, 1959-1972. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1972. Service terminated on October 24, 1989, due to death. Education: University of Texas, LL.B., 1927 Professional Career: Private practice, Commerce, Texas, 1928-1930 Private practice, Fort Worth, Texas, 1930-1942 U.S. Naval Reserve lieutenant, 1942-1945 Private practice, Dallas, Texas, 1946-1955