History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
McHugh, William Douglas
Born September 10, 1859, in Galena, IL
Died December 26, 1923, in Chicago, IL

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Received a recess appointment from Grover Cleveland on November 20, 1896, to a seat vacated by Elmer S. Dundy; nominated to the same position by Grover Cleveland on December 8, 1896. Service terminated on March 3, 1897, after nomination was not confirmed by the Senate.

Education:
Read law, 1883

Professional Career:
Private practice, Galena, Illinois, 1883-1888
Private practice, Omaha, Nebraska, 1888-1896, 1897-1920
General counsel, International Harvester Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, 1920-1923

 

Submit Questions About Judicial History