History of the Federal Judiciary


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Kincheloe, David Hayes
Born April 9, 1877, in Sacramento, KY
Died April 16, 1950, in Washington, DC

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. Customs Court
Received a recess appointment from Herbert Hoover on September 22, 1930, to a seat vacated by George E. Weller; nominated to the same position by Herbert Hoover on December 4, 1930. Confirmed by the Senate on January 22, 1931, and received commission on January 29, 1931. Service terminated on April 30, 1948, due to retirement.

Education:
Read Law
Bowling Green Business College, B.S., 1898

Professional Career:
Private practice, Calhoun, Kentucky, 1899-1902
Prosecuting attorney, Mclean County, Kentucky, 1902-1906
Private practice, Madisonville, Kentucky, 1906-1915
U.S. Representative from Kentucky, 1915-1930

 

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