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Fisher, John
Born May 22, 1771, near Lewes, DE
Died April 22, 1823, near Smyrna, DE
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware
Nominated by James Madison on April 22, 1812, to a seat vacated by Gunning Bedford. Confirmed by the Senate on April 23, 1812, and received commission on April 23, 1812. Service terminated on April 22, 1823, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1791
Professional Career:
Died April 22, 1823, near Smyrna, DE
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware
Nominated by James Madison on April 22, 1812, to a seat vacated by Gunning Bedford. Confirmed by the Senate on April 23, 1812, and received commission on April 23, 1812. Service terminated on April 22, 1823, due to death.
Education:
Read law, 1791
Professional Career:
Private practice, Dover, Delaware, 1791-1812
Clerk, Delaware General Assembly
Secretary of state, State of Delaware, 1802- , 1811-