Vaught, Edgar Sullins Born January 7, 1873, in Cedar Springs, VA Died December 5, 1959 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma Received a recess appointment from Calvin Coolidge on May 31, 1928, to a seat vacated by John H. Cotteral; nominated to the same position by Calvin Coolidge on December 6, 1928. Confirmed by the Senate on January 8, 1929, and received commission on January 8, 1929. Served as chief judge, 1949-1956. Assumed senior status on April 22, 1956. Service terminated on December 5, 1959, due to death. Education: Emory and Henry College Carson-Newman College, B.S., 1899 Read law, 1906 Professional Career: Private practice, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1906-1928 Research Collections Bibliography