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Way, Luther B.

Born September 26, 1879, in Alamance County, NC
Died October 23, 1943, in Norfolk, VA

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
Nominated by Herbert Hoover on February 21, 1931, to a seat vacated by D. Lawrence Groner. Confirmed by the Senate on March 2, 1931, and received commission on March 4, 1931. Service terminated on October 23, 1943, due to death.

Education:
University of Virginia School of Law, 1907

Professional Career:

Private practice, 1907-1922
Special assistant to U.S. attorney, U.S. Department of Justice, 1922
Private practice, Norfolk, Virginia, 1923-1931