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oF Abe Fortas anything which would cause him to question Mr. Fortas' bé character, associates, reputation or leyalty and he reconnended hin for a position of trust and confidence. b7D Araold, Fortas and Porter, advised in Washiagtoa, D. - that he first met Mr. Fertas in 1934 when they were beth working for the Securities and Exchange Commission. Ne said that his association with Mr. Fertas continued aad that he joined the lew firm when it was formed in the late 1940's. He continued that Mr. Fortas is a moderate man in his actions and said that he is a man who believes that compromise is mt part of his way of doing things. Me said there could never be any question regarding the morale and personal habits of Mr. Fortas and added that his reputation, character and associates are unimpeachable. He said Mr. Fortas is a loyal citizen of the United States and he recommended hia for a position of trust and confidence, Charles Fahy, Judge, United States Court of Appeals, foe the District of Columbia Circuit, advised in Washington, D. C., that he has known Mr. Fortas both professionally and socially for the last twenty-five years. He said their paths have crossed often and he has gained a very high opinion and regard for Mr. Fortas’ legal ability. He said they had served together on the Judicial Conference of the District of Columbia Circuit and that Mr. Fortas has submitted several written briefs to the United States Court of Appeals. Judge Fahy said all of Mr, Fortas' work has been outstanuing. He gaid Mr, Fortas' reputation, conduct and loyalty are above reproach and he recommended him for a position of trust and confidence with the Government. Clark Clifford, a senior partner in the law firm of Clifford and Miller, advised in Washington, D. C., that he has known Mr. Fortas for over fifteen years. He #aid he has had a great deal of -coitdet with. Mr. Fortas during the past year in connection with their duties as counsels to President Johnson. He described Mr. Fortas as an honest, intelligent, an