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Neterer, Jeremiah
Born January 24, 1862, in Goshen, IN
Died February 2, 1943

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Received a recess appointment from Woodrow Wilson on March 4, 1913, to a seat vacated by Clinton W. Howard; nominated to the same position by Woodrow Wilson on July 2, 1913. Confirmed by the Senate on July 21, 1913, and received commission on July 21, 1913. Assumed senior status on May 31, 1933. Service terminated on February 2, 1943, due to death.

Education:
Northern Indiana Law School (now Valparaiso University Law School), LL.B., 1885

Professional Career:
Private practice, Bellingham, Washington, 1890-1913
City attorney, Bellingham, Washington, 1893
Judge, Superior Court of the State of Washington, Whatcom County, 1901-

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