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Clancy, John William
Born February 24, 1888, in New York, NY
Died March 2, 1969, in New York, NY
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Nominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on June 15, 1936, to a new seat authorized by 49 Stat. 1491. Confirmed by the Senate on June 20, 1936, and received commission on June 22, 1936. Served as chief judge, 1956-1959. Assumed senior status on April 3, 1959. Service terminated on March 2, 1969, due to death.
Education:
Fordham College, B.A., 1909
Fordham University School of Law, LL.B., 1912
Professional Career:
Died March 2, 1969, in New York, NY
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Nominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on June 15, 1936, to a new seat authorized by 49 Stat. 1491. Confirmed by the Senate on June 20, 1936, and received commission on June 22, 1936. Served as chief judge, 1956-1959. Assumed senior status on April 3, 1959. Service terminated on March 2, 1969, due to death.
Education:
Fordham College, B.A., 1909
Fordham University School of Law, LL.B., 1912
Professional Career:
Private practice, New York City, 1912-1936