History of the Federal Judiciary


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Waterman, Sterry Robinson
Born June 12, 1901, in Taunton, MA
Died February 6, 1984, in St. Johnsbury, VT

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on May 13, 1955, to a seat vacated by Harrie Brigham Chase. Confirmed by the Senate on July 11, 1955, and received commission on July 13, 1955. Assumed senior status on November 13, 1970. Service terminated on February 6, 1984, due to death.

Education:
Dartmouth College, A.B., 1922
Read law, 1926

Professional Career:
Private practice, St. Johnsbury, Vermont, 1926-1955
Chairman, general counsel, Vermont Unemployment Compensation Commission, 1937-1941
Member, Vermont Uniform State Laws Commission, 1938-1958
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