Lewis F. Sherman (February 10, 1917 – November 22, 1974) was a member of the California State Senate for the 8th district (1967 to 1971[1]), helping to keep B.A.R.T. financed.[2] During World War II, he served in the United States Army flying 90 missions over Europe. After his term as state senator, he was assigned as a municipal judge and a Superior Court judge by Governor Reagan.[3]
Lewis F. Sherman | |
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Member of the California Senate from the 8th district | |
In office January 2, 1967 – January 4, 1971 | |
Preceded by | Virgil O'Sullivan |
Succeeded by | John W. Holmdahl |
Personal details | |
Born | Glasgow, Montana, U.S. | February 10, 1917
Died | November 22, 1974 Alameda, California, U.S. | (aged 57)
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Mary Maxwell |
Children | 2 |
Military service | |
Branch/service | ![]() |
Battles/wars | World War II |
References
edit- ^ "Join California - Lewis F. Sherman". joincalifornia.com.
- ^ "A History of BART: The Project Begins | bart.gov". www.bart.gov. Retrieved 2022-10-16.
- ^ Vassar, Alexander C. (2011). Legislators of California (PDF). Retrieved 23 November 2016.