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Byrd, Charles Willing

Born July 26, 1770, in Westover, VA
Died August 25, 1828, in Sinking Springs, OH

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Ohio
Nominated by Thomas Jefferson on March 1, 1803, to a new seat authorized by 2 Stat. 201. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1803, and received commission on March 3, 1803. Service terminated on August 25, 1828, due to death.

Education:
Read law, 1794

Professional Career:

Land agent for Philadelphia financier Robert Morris, Lexington, Kentucky, 1794-1797
Private practice, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1797-1799
Secretary, Northwest Territory, 1799-1802
Acting governor, Northwest Territory, 1802-1803