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The original documents are located in Box 21, folder "Judicial Appointments - Indiana" of
the Philip Buchen Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library.
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Digitized from Box 21 of the Philip Buchen Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
Personnel
Judger
December 12, 1974
MEMORANDUM FOR
The Honorable Laurence Silberman
Deputy Attorney General
Department of Justice
Attached is a copy of a letter from
Owen W. Crumpacker to the President
concerning the appointment of a new
Federal Judge for the Northern District of
Indiana, Hammond Division, to replace
Judge Allen Sharp.
Philip W. Buchen
Counsel to the President
Attachment
PWBuchen:ed
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OWEN W. CRUMPACKER
ATTORNEY AT LAW
PETER CRUMPACKER (1857-1918)
5217 HOHMAN AVENUE
FREDERICK C. CRUMPACKER (1881-1948)
HAMMOND, INDIANA
300 HAMMOND BUILDING
OWEN W. CRUMPACKER
TELEPHONE WE STMORE 2-0825
46320
December 2, 1974
AIR MAIL
Honorable Gerald R. Ford
President of the
United States of America
White House
Washington, D.C.
Dear Jerry:
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As a long-time, card-carrying Republican, I would like to write
you on the subject of the appointment of a new Federal Judge for
the Northern District of Indiana, Hammond Division, to replace
Judge Allen Sharp who is moving to South Bend to take the late
George N. Beamer's place.
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The importance of appointing a strong, capable Republican lawyer
in this district cannot be underestimated. Congressman Ray J.
Madden carried the Indiana 1st Congressional District by a large
majority. Senator Birch Bayh beat Richard Lugar by over 40,000
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in Lake County ----- enough to carry the entire state. Mayor Robert
Pastrick, of East Chicago, the Lake County Democratic Chairman,
is grooming himself to succeed Madden.
The situation has not changed since the April 29, 1966 article
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(enclosed) appeared in the "Time Magazine". Dr. John B. Nicosia,
former East Chicago mayor, was indicted, tried and convicted of
bribery. Ray Madden testified as a character witness. Federal
Judge Sam Parry, sent out by Chief Judge Luther M. Swygert of the
Seventh Circuit, vacated the conviction. As you are aware, Judge
Swygert, a former Lake County, Indiana Democratic Chairman, was
a character witness at the trial of Otto Kerner.
I have talked to David Dennis about the situation. A former United
States Attorney from Columbia City, Indiana, Phil McNagny, who was
cleared by the F.B.I. and the A.B.A. when Judge Sharp was appointed
by President Nixon, may be interested in the appointment. Maybe
David Dennis might take the job. Earl Landgrebe's man, Valparaiso
Circuit Judge Alfred Pivarnik, is not only unqualified, but has been
in bed with the democrats too often to be reliable.
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OWEN W. CRUMPACKER
Honorable Gerald R. Ford
Page Two - December 2, 1974
I believe it unwise to select someone from the Fort Wayne area
other than Phil McNagny. A young man from South Bend, Indiana
Court of Appeals Judge Staton, might merit consideration.
I would be extremely circumspect about any recommendations at the
moment from Governor Otis Bowen or his Lake County representative,
Joseph Kotso. Our big problem is and has been that the Democratic
Party has as much, if not more, influence in the Republican Barty
than the democrats.
I was down in the Snake Pit at Columbus last Saturday. You were
lucky to be in Vladivostok.
I hope that you won't get discouraged after the new Congress starts
giving you a working over. I think that you are doing a fine job.
Also, how about getting B.B. Kelly and a few of the also rans that
played on the freshman football team in 1931 down to the White House
for brunch?
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With best regards, I am
Very truly yours,
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anwer
Owen W. Crumpacker
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CC: Phillip Buchen, Esq.
Hon. David W. Dennis
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DEDICATE BUILDING-Speaking at dedication of federal building is George Cha-
charis, former Gary mayor. Seated are (from left): Sam Bushemi, Lake county assessor;
Rep. Ray Madden (D., Ind.); and John Nicosia, East Chicago mayor. Chacharis was asked
to come up from audience to speak.
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MODERN ARCHERS
Robin Hood Co
KEYS TO FRONT DOOR-Michael Gariup (left), con-
Tractor, hands over keys to Gary's $1,400,000 federal building
to Leonard Webb, building manager, during recent dedica-
tion ceremony. The building will house 14 federal agencies.
Chicago Tribune
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Section 1
Chicago Tribune, Thursday, November 28, 1974
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Indiana policy
Judgeships
December 17, 1974
MEMORANDUM FOR
The Honorable Laurence Silberman
Deputy Attorney General
Department of Justice
Attached is a copy of a letter from Louis A. Well, Jr.,
concerning the appointment to a Federal bench vacancy
for the Northern District of Indians.
Philip W. Buchen
Counsel to the President
Attachment
PWBuchen:ed
BERALD R. FORD LIBRARY RD
GERALD
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Judgeships
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
January 2, 1975
Dear Lou:
My apologies for not answering your
letter sooner. However, I did promptly
refer a copy to the Attorney General for
his consideration, because his office
processes recommendations for judgeships.
Best wishes for the New Year.
Sincerely,
Thil
Philip W. Buchen
Counsel to the President
Mr. Louis A. Weil, Jr., President
Federated Publications, Inc.
221 North Sixth Street
Lafayette, Indiana 47901
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LOUIS A. WEIL, JR. PRESIDENT
December 12, 1974
Philip W. Buchen
The White House
Washington, D.C.
Dear Phil:
There is a Federal bench vacancy for the Northern District
of Indiana that will probably be filled soon. The seat is
Hammond, which carries one of the heaviest case-loads of
any district in the country.
A leading candidate is Judge Jack A. King, recently
re-elected as Judge of Superior Court 2 of this area.
I enclose you informational material concerning him and
his distinguished career.
I fully realize this may not be in your bailiwick at all
and that, with two Indiana Democratic Senators, a recommen-
dation undoubtedly will be forthcoming from Republican
Governor Bowen. However, in case this matter should come
to your attention, I would appreciate it if you would
inform the President it is my personal conviction that
Judge King is eminently qualified and that he would be doing
a fine service for the State of Indiana and the Federal
Judiciary by appointing him. You will note Jack King is
endorsed unanimously by the Tippecanoe Bar, Republicans and
Democrats alike.
I send you my very best wishes.
James Louis A. Weil, Jr.
Sincerely,
GERALD
Acknowledgment unnecessary.
221 NORTH SIXTH STREET / LAFAYETTE, INDIANA 47901
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS due to the untimely and unfortunate death of
the Honorable George N. Beamer, a vacancy now exists in the
Federal Judiciary for the Northern District of Indiana.
WHEREAS the Northern District of Indiana has always
enjoyed a reputation for having outstanding jurists.
WHEREAS a member of the Tippecanoe County Bar
Association, the Honorable Jack A. King, Judge of Superior
Court 2, should be considered for appointment to the Federal
Judiciary as a Judge of the United States District Court for
the Northern District of Indiana.
WHEREAS since January 1, 1970 Judge Jack A. King
has served as Judge of Superior Court 2 with distinction and
has acquired a reputation as one of the outstanding trial
judges in the State of Indiana.
WHEREAS Judge Jack A. King has the judicial tempera-
ment, integrity, morality, and ability to administer justice
in an impartial manner with due regard to efficient administra-
tion of a large case load.
WHEREAS Judge Jack A. King is a highly competent
legal scholar and was an able and experienced practitioner
of the law prior to his appointment as Judge.
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WHEREAS the tremendous burden and case load of the
Federal Judiciary requires that the individual appointed to
replace the Honorable George N. Beamer be an experienced
Judge who will be able to assume the duties without a
period of uncertainty and learning.
WHEREAS Judge Jack A. King has devoted himself to
civic, youth and church activities and is an outstanding
citizen.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved, that with great
pride, the Tippecanoe County Bar Association wholeheartedly
recommends to the President of the United States that the
Honorable Jack A. King be appointed as a member of the
Federal Judiciary to serve all the citizens of Northern
Indiana as Judge of the United States District Court for
the Northern District of Indiana.
Approved November 26, 1974.
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JACK A. KING
JUDGE, SUPERIOR COURT NO. 2 OF TIPPECANOE COUNTY
LAFAYETTE, INDIANA
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RESUME OF JACK A. KING
JUDGE, SUPERIOR COURT NO. 2 OF TIPPECANOE COUNTY
1.
Judicial Experience.
In 1969, at the age of 32, Judge King was ap-
pointed by Governor Edgar Whitcomb as the first judge of
Superior Court No. 2 of Tippecanoe County, a court of
general jurisdiction that had been created by the Indiana
General Assembly. King took office January 1, 1970, and
had the responsibility of organizing the new court. In
1970, King ran for election to a full four year term and
was unopposed. He was then one of the youngest trial
judges in the State of Indiana. Judge King is now com-
pleting his fifth year on the bench, and in November,
1974, he was re-elected to a second term of four years
without any opposition.
His experience has included a wide variety of
cases in his own court as well as special judge assign-
ments in courts of other counties. In addition, in
1970 he was appointed by the Indiana Appellate Court
to hear tax reassessment cases affecting all of the
real estate in Jasper County, and in 1972 he was ap-
pointed by the Indiana Supreme Court to conduct hear-
ings and recommend disciplinary action with respect to
an Indianapolis Attorney.
Judge King has made a determined and success-
ful effort to manage his increased case-load and to dis-
pose of cases without unnecessary delay.
2. Practice of Law.
(a) Admitted to practice September 6, 1961.
Practiced from then until January 1, 1970,
when became trial judge. Former partner in
the law firm of Ball, Eggleston, King &
Bumbleburg, located at Lafayette, Indiana.
(b) Served in 1968 as special counsel to the
City of Lafayette, Indiana, for the purpose
of writing and issuance of $700,000 municipal
bonds.
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(c) Litigation handled:
Federal Court
Numerous personal injury claims, mortgage
foreclosures, and other civil claims in-
cluding guaranty, all before Judge Jesse
Eschbach of the United States District
Court for the Northern District of Indiana,
at Lafayette and Fort Wayne.
State Courts
Wrongful death, personal injury prosecu-
tion and defense, insurance claims, and
general civil and limited criminal cases
in State Courts in Tippecanoe, Benton,
White, Carroll, Clinton, Montgomery,
Fountain, Warren, Jasper, Newton, Miami
Counties.
Industrial Board of Indiana
Cases for claimants and insurance defenses.
3.
Professional Memberships.
American Bar Association
Indiana State Bar Association
Indiana Judges Association
Tippecanoe County Bar Association
Indiana Judicial Conference
4.
Education.
(a) Doctor of Jurisprudence, Indiana University
School of Law-1961
(b) Bachelor of Science in Business, Indiana
University--1958
(c) Graduated Lafayette Jefferson High School,
Lafayette, Indiana, June, 1954
(d) Attended Washington Junior High School,
Lafayette, Indiana, September, 1948 to June,
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(e) Attended Highland Grade School, Lafayette,
Indiana, September, 1942 to June, 1948
5.
Collegiate Fraternal Affiliations and Activities.
(a) Indiana Law School Moot Court Team--Regional
competition at Chicago-1960
(b) Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity
(c) Law School Honor Code Committee
(d) Senior Representative to Student Bar
Association
(e) Phi Kappa Psi Social Fraternity--Undergraduate
president of chapter; also recording secretary
6.
Religious, Civic and Fraternal Affiliations.
(a) Member of Congress Street United Methodist
Church, Lafayette, Indiana. Present Chairman
of its Administrative Board, and Chairman-
select of its Pastor-Parish Relations Committee.
Former member of Board of Trustees
(b) B.P.O. Elks Lodge 143, Lafayette, Indiana
(c) Board of Directors, Golden Broncho Club,
Inc., Lafayette, Indiana
(a) Member Parent-Teachers Associations at Edgelea
Grade School and Tecumseh Junior High School,
Lafayette, Indiana
(e) Active in American Legion Baseball from 1963
until 1972, and in promotion of Lafayette
Boys Baseball 1973 and 1974
7.
Other Public Activities.
(a) Member of Board of Zoning Appeals for the
City of Lafayette, Indiana for a period of
5 years in mid 1960s
(b) Guest Analyst 1971, 1972, and 1973 Indiana
University School of Law Moot Court
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(c) Numerous speeches regarding judicial system
made to classes at Purdue University School
of Engineering, Sunnyside Junior High School,
Lafayette Jefferson High School, service
clubs, and Boy Scout, Girl Scout and Cub
Scout groups
8. Family and Vital Statistics.
(a) Residence: 3519 Canterbury Drive, Lafayette
Indiana
(b) Married to former Mary Stover of West Point,
Indiana, December 10, 1960
(c) One son, Jeffrey Alan, born February 10, 1962;
Two daughters, Janice Diane, born August 11,
1964, and Julie Denise, born February 19, 1968
(d) Father was Noah C. King, former vice president
of Purdue National Bank of Lafayette. He passed
away April 14, 1968
Mother is Mabel Pierce King, 1500 S. 18th
Street, Lafayette, Indiana
(e) Childhood--Born Lafayette, Indiana, July 29,
1936. Grew up in Lafayette and attended local
schools until leaving to attend Indiana Univer-
sity in September, 1954.
9. Physical Health.
Good. Passed complete physical exam given at Arnett
Clinic, Lafayette, Indiana, November 1, 1974. Per-
sonal physician is Fred Kuipers, M.D., whose office
is at Arnett Clinic.
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