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Sugarman, Sidney
Born September 4, 1904, in Boston, MA
Died August 9, 1974, in Hallandale, FL
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Received a recess appointment from Harry S Truman on October 21, 1949, to a new seat authorized by 63 Stat. 493; nominated to the same position by Harry S Truman on January 5, 1950. Confirmed by the Senate on April 28, 1950, and received commission on May 1, 1950. Served as chief judge, 1966-1971. Assumed senior status on June 30, 1971. Service terminated on August 9, 1974, due to death.
Education:
Boston University School of Law, LL.B., 1925
Professional Career:
Died August 9, 1974, in Hallandale, FL
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Received a recess appointment from Harry S Truman on October 21, 1949, to a new seat authorized by 63 Stat. 493; nominated to the same position by Harry S Truman on January 5, 1950. Confirmed by the Senate on April 28, 1950, and received commission on May 1, 1950. Served as chief judge, 1966-1971. Assumed senior status on June 30, 1971. Service terminated on August 9, 1974, due to death.
Education:
Boston University School of Law, LL.B., 1925
Professional Career:
Private practice, New York City, 1927-1946
Counsel, Bronx County [New York] Clerk's Office, 1939-1946
Special deputy comptroller, New York City, 1946-1949
Member, Judicial Conference of the United States, 1968-1971
Nominated to U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, October 15, 1949; no Senate vote