Nominated by William McKinley on March 7, 1901, to a seat vacated by William J. Allen. Confirmed by the Senate on March 8, 1901, and received commission on March 8, 1901. Service terminated on June 14, 1918, due to death.
J. Otis Humphrey papers, 1908-1918.
149 items; finding aid; collection contains letters Humphrey received, relating primarily to the Lincoln Centennial Association of Springfield, Ill.