Bright, John Born May 23, 1884, in Middletown, NY Died March 24, 1948, in Middletown, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York Nominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on April 25, 1941, to a new seat authorized by 54 Stat. 219. Confirmed by the Senate on June 3, 1941, and received commission on June 6, 1941. Service terminated on March 24, 1948, due to death. Education: Read law, 1906 Professional Career: Private practice, Middletown, New York, 1906-1941 Corporation counsel, Middletown, New York, 1910-1917 Director, Orange County Trust Company, 1914 Portraits