Christie, Sidney Lee Born April 17, 1903, in Sinks Grove, WV Died February 15, 1974 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on April 15, 1964, to a seat vacated by Harry E. Watkins. Confirmed by the Senate on April 30, 1964, and received commission on May 1, 1964. Served as chief judge, 1971-1973. Service terminated on February 15, 1974, due to death. Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on April 15, 1964, to a seat vacated by Harry E. Watkins. Confirmed by the Senate on April 30, 1964, and received commission on May 1, 1964. Service terminated on February 15, 1974, due to death. Education: Dunsmore Business College, business college degree, 1924 Cumberland School of Law, LL.B., 1928 Professional Career: Private practice, 1928-1960 Divorce commissioner, West Virginia Circuit Court, McDowell County Judge, West Virginia Circuit Court, Eighth Judicial Circuit, 1961-1964 Oral History