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Veeder, Van Vechten

Born July 4, 1867, in Schenectady, NY
Died December 4, 1942, in New York, NY

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Nominated by William H. Taft on January 13, 1911, to a new seat authorized by 36 Stat. 838. Confirmed by the Senate on January 26, 1911, and received commission on January 26, 1911. Service terminated on December 31, 1917, due to resignation.

Education:
Columbia College
University of Virginia
Read law, 1890

Professional Career:

Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1890-1900
Private practice, New York City, 1900-1911, 1918-1942
Counsel, West Chicago Street Railroad Company
Special master, U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, 1935