Quick Facts
Biography
John William Ross (March 9, 1878 – July 9, 1925) was a United States federal judge.
Early life
John William Ross was born on March 9, 1878 in Hardin County, Tennessee. He received an LL.B. from Cumberland University in 1900.
Career
Ross was in private practice in Savannah, Tennessee, from 1900 to 1913, and was a chancellor of the 8th Chancery District of Tennessee from 1913 to 1921.
On May 26, 1921, Ross was nominated by President Warren G. Harding to a seat on the United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee vacated by John E. McCall. Ross was confirmed by the United States Senate on May 31, 1921, and received his commission the same day. Ross served in that capacity until his death.
Personal life
With his wife Sara, Ross purchased the Ross-Sewell House in Jackson, Tennessee in 1920.
Death
Ross died on July 9, 1925.