Sprecher, Robert Arthur Born May 30, 1917, in Chicago, IL Died May 15, 1982 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on March 29, 1971, to a seat vacated by Latham Castle. Confirmed by the Senate on April 21, 1971, and received commission on April 23, 1971. Service terminated on May 15, 1982, due to death. Education: Central YMCA College, A.A., 1936 Northwestern University, B.S., 1938 Northwestern University School of Law, J.D., 1941 Professional Career: Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1941-1971 Bar examiner, State of Illinois, 1949-1971 Special assistant to the attorney general, State of Illinois, 1957-1963 Research Collections