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Payne, Harry Vearle
Born September 6, 1908, in Colonia Dublan, Mexico
Died July 20, 1983
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico
Nominated by John F. Kennedy on February 18, 1963, to a seat vacated by Carl A. Hatch. Confirmed by the Senate on March 19, 1963, and received commission on March 27, 1963. Served as chief judge, 1964-1978. Assumed senior status on April 6, 1978. Service terminated on July 20, 1983, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1934
Professional Career:
Died July 20, 1983
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico
Nominated by John F. Kennedy on February 18, 1963, to a seat vacated by Carl A. Hatch. Confirmed by the Senate on March 19, 1963, and received commission on March 27, 1963. Served as chief judge, 1964-1978. Assumed senior status on April 6, 1978. Service terminated on July 20, 1983, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1934
Professional Career:
Judge, New Mexico District Court, Sixth Judicial District, 1957-1963