Rodney, Richard Seymour Born October 10, 1882, in New Castle, DE Died December 22, 1963 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Delaware Nominated by Harry S Truman on July 25, 1946, to a new seat authorized by 60 Stat. 654. Confirmed by the Senate on July 27, 1946, and received commission on July 31, 1946. Assumed senior status on January 1, 1957. Service terminated on December 22, 1963, due to death. Education: Read law, 1906 Professional Career: Delaware National Guard first lieutenant, 1899-1913 Private practice, Wilmington, Delaware, 1906-1922 Mayor, New Castle, Delaware, 1911-1917 Associate judge, Delaware Supreme Court, 1922-1946 Research Collections