History of the Federal Judiciary


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Brown, Addison
Born February 21, 1830, in West Newbury, MA
Died April 9, 1913, in New York, NY

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Received a recess appointment from James A. Garfield on June 2, 1881, to a seat vacated by W.G. Choate; nominated to the same position by James A. Garfield on October 12, 1881. Confirmed by the Senate on October 14, 1881, and received commission on October 14, 1881. Service terminated on August 30, 1901, due to retirement.

Education:
Harvard University, A.B., 1852
Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1854

Professional Career:
Private practice, New York City, 1855-1881
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