Showalter, John William Born February 8, 1844, in Mason County, KY Died December 10, 1898, in Chicago, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit Nominated by Grover Cleveland on February 25, 1895, to a new seat authorized by 28 Stat. 643. Confirmed by the Senate on March 1, 1895, and received commission on March 1, 1895. Service terminated on December 10, 1898, due to death. Judge, U.S. Circuit Courts for the Seventh Circuit Nominated by Grover Cleveland on February 25, 1895, to a new seat authorized by 28 Stat. 643. Confirmed by the Senate on March 1, 1895, and received commission on March 1, 1895. Service terminated on December 10, 1898, due to death. Education: Yale College, 1867 Read law, 1871 Professional Career: Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1870-1895