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Westenhaver, David C.
Born January 13, 1865, in Berkeley County, WV
Died July 29, 1928

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Nominated by Woodrow Wilson on March 12, 1917, to a seat vacated by John Hessin Clarke. Confirmed by the Senate on March 14, 1917, and received commission on March 14, 1917. Service terminated on July 29, 1928, due to death.

Education:
Georgetown University Law School, LL.B., 1886

Professional Career:
Private practice, Martinsburg, West Virginia, 1886-1903
Prosecuting attorney, Berkeley County, West Virginia, 1886-1887
Member, Martinsburg City Council, West Virginia, 1902-1903
Private practice, Cleveland, Ohio, 1903-1917
Member, Board of Education, Cleveland, Ohio, 1912-1915

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