Shelby, David Davie Born October 24, 1847, in Madison County, AL Died August 22, 1914, in Huntsville, AL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Nominated by William McKinley on February 21, 1899, to a new seat authorized by 30 Stat. 803. Confirmed by the Senate on March 2, 1899, and received commission on March 2, 1899. Service terminated on August 22, 1914, due to death. Judge, U.S. Circuit Courts for the Fifth Circuit Nominated by William McKinley on February 21, 1899, to a new seat authorized by 30 Stat. 803. Confirmed by the Senate on March 2, 1899, and received commission on March 2, 1899. Service terminated on December 31, 1911, due to abolition of the court. Education: Cumberland University Read law, 1870 Professional Career: Confederate Army Private practice, Huntsville, Alabama, 1870-1899 City attorney, Huntsville, Alabama, 1874- State senator, Alabama, 1882-1884