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James, William P.
Born January 10, 1870, in Buffalo, NY
Died July 28, 1940
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
Nominated by Warren G. Harding on March 2, 1923, to a new seat authorized by 42 Stat. 837. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1923, and received commission on March 3, 1923. Service terminated on July 28, 1940, due to death.
Professional Career:
Died July 28, 1940
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
Nominated by Warren G. Harding on March 2, 1923, to a new seat authorized by 42 Stat. 837. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1923, and received commission on March 3, 1923. Service terminated on July 28, 1940, due to death.
Professional Career:
Private practice, Los Angeles, California
Judge, Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, 1905-1910
Judge, California Court of Appeal, 1910-1923