Hastings, John Simpson Born June 30, 1898, in Washington, IN Died February 7, 1977 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on March 14, 1957, to a seat vacated by James Earl Major. Confirmed by the Senate on August 22, 1957, and received commission on August 26, 1957. Served as chief judge, 1959-1968. Assumed senior status on February 1, 1969. Service terminated on February 7, 1977, due to death. Education: U.S. Military Academy, B.S., 1920 Indiana University School of Law -- Bloomington (now Maurer School of Law), LL.B., 1924 Professional Career: U.S. Army lieutenant, Field Artillery, 1920-1921 Private practice, Washington, Indiana, 1924-1957 Research Collections