Van Oosterhout, Martin Donald Born October 10, 1900, in Orange City, IA Died January 28, 1979 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 16, 1954, to a seat vacated by Seth Thomas. Confirmed by the Senate on August 20, 1954, and received commission on August 26, 1954. Served as chief judge, 1968-1970. Assumed senior status on July 6, 1971. Service terminated on January 28, 1979, due to death. Education: State University of Iowa, B.A., 1922 University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 1924 Professional Career: Private practice, Orange City, Iowa, 1924-1933 Member, Iowa General Assembly, 1929-1933 Judge, 21st Judicial District of Iowa, 1933-1954