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James Winchester

1772 – 1806

American judge

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About James Winchester

Lived 1772 – 1806 (aged 33). James Winchester was an American lawyer, judge and politician.

James Winchester (September 13, 1772 – April 5, 1806) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland.

Education and career

Born on September 13, 1772, in Shawan, Province of Maryland, British America, Winchester was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1794 to 1796. He was the Federalist nominee for the 5th congressional district in 1798, losing to Democratic-Republican incumbent Samuel Smith.

Federal judicial service

Winchester received a recess appointment from President John Adams on October 31, 1799, to a seat on the United States District Court for the District of Maryland vacated by Judge William Paca. He was nominated to the same position by President Adams on December 5, 1799. He was confirmed by the United States Senate on December 10, 1799, and received his commission the same day. His service terminated on April 5, 1806, due to his death in Shawan, Maryland.

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Member of the Maryland House of Delegates

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Winchester?

American judge

When was James Winchester born?

James Winchester was born on 13 September 1772 in British America, Province of Maryland.

When did James Winchester die?

James Winchester died on 5 April 1806 in Maryland.

What was James Winchester's occupation?

James Winchester was a lawyer, judge and politician.

What nationality was James Winchester?

James Winchester was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Winchester

· Wikidata: Q6145716

· DBpedia: James Winchester (Maryland judge)

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