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Sullivan, Jerry Bartholomew

Born January 1, 1859, in Mount Pleasant, IA
Died April 17, 1948

Federal Judicial Service:
Associate Justice, U.S. Customs Court
Reassigned on May 28, 1926, to a new seat authorized by 44 Stat. 669. Service terminated on September 30, 1939, due to retirement.

Other Federal Judicial Service:
Member, Board of General Appraisers
Nominated by Woodrow Wilson on April 17, 1913, to a seat vacated by Thaddeus S. Sharretts. Confirmed by the Senate on April 28, 1913, and received commission on April 29, 1913. Served as president, 1914-1925. Service terminated on May 28, 1926, due to reassignment.

Education:
Read law

Professional Career:

Private practice, Creston, Iowa, 1882-1904
City attorney, Creston, Iowa, 1887-1889
Private practice, Des Moines, Iowa, 1904-1913