Woolson, John Simson Born December 6, 1840, in Tonawanda, NY Died December 4, 1899, in Des Moines, IA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa Received a recess appointment from Benjamin Harrison on August 14, 1891, to a seat vacated by James M. Love; nominated to the same position by Benjamin Harrison on December 10, 1891. Confirmed by the Senate on January 11, 1892, and received commission on January 11, 1892. Service terminated on December 4, 1899, due to death. Education: Wesleyan University, A.B., 1860 Wesleyan University, A.M., 1863 Read law, 1866 Professional Career: U.S. Navy assistant paymaster, 1862-1865 Private practice, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, 1866-1891 State senator, Iowa, 1876-1881, 1885-1891