Thompson, Roby Calvin Born March 30, 1898, in Saltville, VA Died July 29, 1960, in Abingdon, VA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 16, 1957, to a seat vacated by Alfred D. Barksdale. Confirmed by the Senate on August 28, 1957, and received commission on August 30, 1957. Served as chief judge, 1958-1960. Service terminated on July 29, 1960, due to death. Education: University of Virginia School of Law, LL.B., 1922 Professional Career: Private practice, Abingdon, Virginia, 1922-1957 Deputy clerk, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia, 1928-1938 Commonwealth attorney, Washington County, Virginia, 1939-1947 City attorney, Abingdon, Virginia, 1940-1957 Research Collections