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Young, Gordon Elmo

Born April 26, 1907, in Malvern, AR
Died August 20, 1969

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 18, 1959, to a seat vacated by Jesse Smith Henley. Confirmed by the Senate on September 2, 1959, and received commission on September 10, 1959. Service terminated on August 20, 1969, due to death.

Education:
University of Arkansas School of Law, LL.B., 1931

Professional Career:

Private practice, Malvern, Arkansas, 1931-1939
Private practice, Pine Bluff, Arkansas, 1939-1959