History of the Federal Judiciary


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Sinnott, Nicholas John
Born December 6, 1870, in The Dalles, OR
Died July 20, 1929, in Washington, DC

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, Court of Claims
Nominated by Calvin Coolidge on April 18, 1928, to a seat vacated by Fenton W. Booth. Confirmed by the Senate on April 20, 1928, and received commission on April 20, 1928. Service terminated on July 20, 1929, due to death.

Education:
Notre Dame University, A.B., 1892
Read Law with Alfred S. Bennett, 1895

Professional Career:
Private practice, The Dalles, Oregon, 1885-1912
Member, Oregon State Senate, 1909-1913
U.S. Representative from Oregon, 1913-1928

 

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