Barnes, John Peter Born March 15, 1881, in Beaver County, PA Died April 10, 1959, in Elgin, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Nominated by Herbert Hoover on February 26, 1931, to a new seat authorized by 46 Stat. 1417. Confirmed by the Senate on March 2, 1931, and received commission on March 4, 1931. Served as chief judge, 1948-1957. Assumed senior status on September 15, 1957. Service terminated on December 31, 1958, due to resignation. Education: Geneva College, B.S., 1904 University of Michigan Law School, LL.B., 1907 Professional Career: Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1907-1913, 1914-1931 First assistant attorney, Cook County, Illinois, 1913-1914 Basset hound breeder/co-owner, Barook Kennels, 1957-1959