Blatt, Solomon Jr. Born August 20, 1921, in Sumter, SC Died April 20, 2016, in Charleston, SC Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on May 18, 1971, to a seat vacated by Donald Stuart Russell. Confirmed by the Senate on May 26, 1971, and received commission on May 28, 1971. Served as chief judge, 1986-1990. Assumed senior status on May 7, 1990. Service terminated on April 20, 2016, due to death. Education: University of South Carolina, A.B., 1941 University of South Carolina School of Law, LL.B., 1946 Professional Career: U.S. Navy, 1942-1946 Private practice, Barnwell, South Carolina, 1946-1971 Research Collections