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Houston, James
Born October 10, 1767, in Chestertown, MD
Died June 8, 1819, in Chestertown, MD
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Nominated by Thomas Jefferson on April 19, 1806, to a seat vacated by James Winchester. Confirmed by the Senate on April 21, 1806, and received commission on April 21, 1806. Service terminated on June 8, 1819, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1806
Died June 8, 1819, in Chestertown, MD
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Nominated by Thomas Jefferson on April 19, 1806, to a seat vacated by James Winchester. Confirmed by the Senate on April 21, 1806, and received commission on April 21, 1806. Service terminated on June 8, 1819, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1806