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Board of General Appraisers: Wilkinson, Joseph Biddle Jr.

Born February 20, 1845, in Pointe Celeste Plantation, LA
Died October 23, 1915, in Myrtle Grove, LA

Federal Judicial Service:
Member, Board of General Appraisers
Nominated by Benjamin Harrison on July 2, 1890, to a new seat created by 26 Stat. 131. Confirmed by the Senate on July 16, 1890, and received commission on July 16, 1890. Service terminated on December 15, 1899, due to resignation.

Education:
Virginia Military Institute

Professional Career:
Confederate Army lieutenant, 1861-1865
Planter, Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, 1865-1885
Chief clerk, New Orleans [Louisiana] Customs House, 1886-1890