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Trippet, Oscar A.

Born March 6, 1856, in Princeton, IN
Died July 15, 1923

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
Nominated by Woodrow Wilson on March 2, 1915, to a seat vacated by Olin Wellborn. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1915, and received commission on March 3, 1915. Service terminated on July 15, 1923, due to death.

Education:
University of Virginia School of Law

Professional Career:

Private practice, Princeton, Indiana, 1879-1887
State senator, Indiana, 1886
Private practice, San Diego, California, 1887-1901
Private practice, Los Angeles, California, 1901-1915