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Bruchhausen, Walter
Born May 29, 1892, in Brooklyn, NY
Died October 11, 1976
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on April 18, 1953, to a seat vacated by Harold M. Kennedy. Confirmed by the Senate on May 7, 1953, and received commission on May 8, 1953. Served as chief judge, 1959-1962. Assumed senior status on May 20, 1967. Service terminated on October 11, 1976, due to death.
Education:
New York University School of Law, LL.B., 1912
Professional Career:
Died October 11, 1976
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on April 18, 1953, to a seat vacated by Harold M. Kennedy. Confirmed by the Senate on May 7, 1953, and received commission on May 8, 1953. Served as chief judge, 1959-1962. Assumed senior status on May 20, 1967. Service terminated on October 11, 1976, due to death.
Education:
New York University School of Law, LL.B., 1912
Professional Career:
U.S. military, World War I
Private practice, New York City, 1919-1953
Member, New York State Judicial Council, 1950-1953