Whitson, Edward Born October 6, 1852, in Linn County, OR Died October 15, 1910 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington Nominated by Theodore Roosevelt on March 10, 1905, to a new seat authorized by 33 Stat. 824. Confirmed by the Senate on March 14, 1905, and received commission on March 14, 1905. Service terminated on October 15, 1910, due to death. Education: Read law, 1879 Professional Career: Auditor, Yakima County, Washington Territory, 1875-1876 Territorial legislator, Washington Territory, 1877-1878 Mayor, North Yakima, Washington Territory, 1886-1888 Private practice