He was confirmed by the United States Senate on September 21, 1961, and received his commission on September 22, 1961. At the time of his appointment at age 39, he was the youngest federal judge in the country. He served as Chief Judge from 1969 to 1990.
He was validated by the United States Senate on September 21, 1961, and received his commission on September 22, 1961. At the time of his selection at age 39, he was the youngest federal judge in the nation. He held the position of Chief Judge from 1969 to 1990.