Wise, Henry Seiler Born July 16, 1909, in Mt. Carmel, IL Died March 16, 1982, in Danville, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Illinois Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on August 17, 1966, to a seat vacated by Casper Platt. Confirmed by the Senate on September 20, 1966, and received commission on September 21, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1972-1978. Assumed senior status on March 31, 1978. Service terminated on March 31, 1979, due to reassignment. Judge, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois Reassigned on March 31, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 883. Service terminated on March 16, 1982, due to death. Education: Washington University in St. Louis, A.B., 1933 Washington University School of Law, LL.B., 1933 Professional Career: Private practice, Danville, Illinois, 1934-1966 Commissioner, Illinois Court of Claims, 1949-1953 Member, Illinois Parole and Pardon Board, 1961-1966