McKennan, William Born September 27, 1816, in Washington, PA Died October 27, 1893, in Pittsburgh, PA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Circuit Courts for the Third Circuit Nominated by Ulysses Grant on December 8, 1869, to a new seat authorized by 16 Stat. 44. Confirmed by the Senate on December 22, 1869, and received commission on December 22, 1869. Service terminated on January 3, 1891, due to retirement. Education: Yale College Washington College, 1833 Read law, 1837 Professional Career: Private practice, Washington, Pennsylvania, 1837-1852 Deputy attorney general, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 1837-1839 Burgess, Washington Borough, Pennsylvania, 1847