Federal Judicial Center Operational Status:
Due to a lapse in appropriations, the Federal Judicial Center (Center) has ceased all non-excepted activities until funding is restored.
The Center will post any changes in operational status on this web page. Please check back for updates.
You are here
Paul, Charles Ferguson
Born April 26, 1902, in Wheeling, WV
Died February 17, 1965
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on January 11, 1960, to a seat vacated by Herbert S. Boreman. Confirmed by the Senate on March 1, 1960, and received commission on March 5, 1960. Served as chief judge, 1963-1965. Service terminated on February 17, 1965, due to death.
Education:
West Virginia University, A.B., 1923
Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1926
Professional Career:
Died February 17, 1965
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on January 11, 1960, to a seat vacated by Herbert S. Boreman. Confirmed by the Senate on March 1, 1960, and received commission on March 5, 1960. Served as chief judge, 1963-1965. Service terminated on February 17, 1965, due to death.
Education:
West Virginia University, A.B., 1923
Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1926
Professional Career:
Private practice, Wheeling, West Virginia, 1926-1960
Other Nominations/Recess Appointments:Nominated to U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia, August 3, 1959; no Senate vote