History of the Federal Judiciary


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Call, Rhydon Mays
Born January 13, 1858, in Fernandina, FL
Died December 15, 1927

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Received a recess appointment from Woodrow Wilson on March 28, 1913, to a seat vacated by John M. Cheney; nominated to the same position by Woodrow Wilson on April 12, 1913. Confirmed by the Senate on April 24, 1913, and received commission on April 24, 1913. Service terminated on December 15, 1927, due to death.

Education:
Washington and Lee University School of Law, LL.B., 1878

Professional Career:
Private practice, Jacksonville, Florida, 1881-1893
Judge, Circuit Court of Florida, Fourth Judicial Circuit, 1893-1913

 

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