John Charles Watrous
1801–1874 · Colchester, CT
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the District of Texas | Judge | James K. Polk (Democratic) | May 29, 1846 | Reassignment, Feb 21, 1857 |
| U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas | Judge | None (reassignment) (None (reassignment)) | Feb 21, 1857 | Resignation, Apr 19, 1870 |
Education
- Union College, A.B., 1828
- Read law, 1830
Professional Career
Private practice, Selma, Alabama, 1830-1835; Private practice, Woodsville, Mississippi, 1835-1836; State representative, Mississippi, 1837; Private practice, Republic of Texas, 1837-1838; Attorney general, Republic of Texas, 1838-1839; Private practice, Galveston, Republic of Texas, 1839-1845