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Jack, George Whitfield

Born November 1, 1875, in Natchitoches, LA
Died March 15, 1924, in Shreveport, LA

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
Nominated by Woodrow Wilson on March 6, 1917, to a seat vacated by Alexander Boarman. Confirmed by the Senate on March 16, 1917, and received commission on March 16, 1917. Service terminated on March 15, 1924, due to death.

Education:
Tulane University Law School, LL.B., 1898

Professional Career:

Private practice, Shreveport, Louisiana, 1898-1910
City attorney, Shreveport, Louisiana, 1910-1913
U.S. attorney for the Western District of Louisiana, 1913-1917