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McNichols, Raymond Clyne

Born June 16, 1914, in Bonners Ferry, ID
Died December 25, 1985, in Boise, ID

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on April 15, 1964, to a seat vacated by Chase A. Clark. Confirmed by the Senate on April 30, 1964, and received commission on May 1, 1964. Served as chief judge, 1971-1981. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1981. Service terminated on December 25, 1985, due to death.

Other Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, Temporary Emergency Court of Appeals, 1982-1985

Education:
University of Idaho College of Law, LL.B., 1950

Professional Career:

U.S. Navy, 1942-1947
Private practice, Orofino, Idaho, 1950-1964
Member, Judicial Conference of the United States, 1980-1981