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Robert Alexander Inch
Robert Alexander Inch (1873-1961) was a federal judge on the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. He joined the court in 1923 after an appointment from Warren Harding. At the time of appointment, he was a private practice attorney in New York City. From 1948 to 1958 he was the chief judge. On January 6, 1958, he assumed senior status. He served until his death on January 12, 1961.[1]
Early life and education
- Princeton University, A.B., 1895
- New York University School of Law, LL.B., 1897[1]
Professional career
- Private practice, New York City, 1897-[1]
Judicial career
Eastern District of New York
Inch received a recess appointment President Warren Harding on April 28, 1923 to fill the seat vacated by Thomas Chatfield. On December 15, 1923, he was nominated. He was confirmed by the Senate on January 8, 1924, and received commission that same day. From 1948 to 1958 he was the chief judge. On January 6, 1958, he assumed senior status. He served until his death on January 12, 1961.[1] He was succeeded to this post by John Bartels.
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Robert Alexander Inch's Biography from the Federal Judicial Center.
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| Preceded by: Thomas Chatfield |
Eastern District of New York 1924–1958 Seat #1 |
Succeeded by: John Bartels
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