About William W. Knox
Lived 1911 – 1981 (aged 70). William W. Knox was an American lawyer and judge.
William W. Knox (June 18, 1911 – August 30, 1981) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Education and career
Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, Knox received an Artium Baccalaureus degree from the University of Michigan in 1932 and a Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School in 1935. He was in private practice in Erie from 1935 to 1970.
Federal judicial service
On September 28, 1970, Knox was nominated by President Richard Nixon to a new seat on the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania created by 84 Stat. 294. He was confirmed by the United States Senate on October 8, 1970, and received his commission on October 14, 1970. Knox served in that capacity until his death, on August 30, 1981, in Erie.
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Who was William W. Knox?
United States federal judge
When was William W. Knox born?
William W. Knox was born on 18 June 1911 in Erie.
When did William W. Knox die?
William W. Knox died on 30 August 1981 in Erie.
What was William W. Knox's occupation?
William W. Knox was a lawyer and judge.
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William W. Knox was American.
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