John Simson Woolson
1840–1899 · Tonawanda, NY
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa | Judge | Benjamin Harrison (Republican) | Jan 11, 1892 | Death, Dec 4, 1899 |
Education
- Wesleyan University, A.B., 1860
- Wesleyan University, A.M., 1863
- Read law, 1866
Professional Career
U.S. Navy assistant paymaster, 1862-1865; Private practice, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, 1866-1891; State senator, Iowa, 1876-1881, 1885-1891