Dyer, John James Born July 26, 1809, in Franklin, VA Died September 14, 1855, in Woodstock, VA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Iowa Nominated by James K. Polk on February 8, 1847, to a new seat authorized by 5 Stat. 789. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1847, and received commission on March 3, 1847. Service terminated on September 14, 1855, due to death. Education: Staunton Law School, Virginia, 1833 Professional Career: Private practice, Pendleton County, Virginia (now West Virginia), 1833-1845 Commonwealth attorney, Pendleton County, Virginia (now West Virginia), -1845 Private practice, Dubuque, Iowa, 1845-1847