Robson, Edwin Albert Born April 16, 1905, in Chicago, IL Died October 21, 1986 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Received a recess appointment from Dwight D. Eisenhower on September 29, 1958, to a seat vacated by Winfred G. Knoch; nominated to the same position by Dwight D. Eisenhower on January 17, 1959. Confirmed by the Senate on April 29, 1959, and received commission on April 30, 1959. Served as chief judge, 1970-1975. Assumed senior status on April 16, 1975. Service terminated on October 21, 1986, due to death. Education: DePaul University College of Law, LL.B., 1928 Professional Career: Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1928-1945 Judge, Superior Court of Cook County [Illinois], 1945-1951; chief justice, 1949-1951 Judge, Illinois Appellate Court, 1951-1958