Inch, Robert Alexander Born April 3, 1873, in Providence, RI Died January 12, 1961, in Queens, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York Received a recess appointment from Warren G. Harding on April 28, 1923, to a seat vacated by Thomas Ives Chatfield; nominated to the same position by Warren G. Harding on December 15, 1923. Confirmed by the Senate on January 8, 1924, and received commission on January 8, 1924. Served as chief judge, 1948-1958. Assumed senior status on January 6, 1958. Service terminated on January 12, 1961, due to death. Education: College of New Jersey (now Princeton University), A.B., 1895 New York University School of Law, LL.B., 1897 Professional Career: Private practice, New York City, 1897- Portraits