Mathes, William Carey Born December 17, 1899, in Hale Center, TX Died July 24, 1967 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U. S. District Court, Southern District of California Nominated by Harry S Truman on September 24, 1945, to a seat vacated by Ralph E. Jenney; Confirmed by the Senate on October 11, 1945, and received commission on October 17, 1945. Served as chief judge, 1964-1965. Assumed senior status on June 9, 1965. Service terminated on July 24, 1967, due to death. Education: University of Texas, B.M.A., 1921 Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1924 Professional Career: Private practice, Los Angeles, California, 1924-1945 Race or Ethnicity: White Gender: Male