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McHugh, William Douglas

Judge McHugh
Born September 10, 1859, in Galena, IL
Died December 26, 1923, in Chicago, IL

Federal Judicial Service

Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska

Received a recess appointment from Grover Cleveland on November 20, 1896, to a seat vacated by Elmer S. Dundy; nominated on December 8, 1896. Service terminated on March 3, 1897, after nomination was not confirmed by the Senate.

Education

Read Law, 1883

Professional Career

Private practice, Galena, Illinois, 1883-1888

Private practice, Omaha, Nebraska, 1888-1896, 1897-1920

General counsel, International Harvester Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, 1920-1923