David John Lewis
American politician (1869–1952) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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David John Lewis (May 1, 1869 – August 12, 1952) was an American politician from Maryland, serving in the Maryland State Senate and the United States House of Representatives.
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David John Lewis | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 6th district | |
In office March 4, 1931 – January 3, 1939 | |
Preceded by | Frederick Nicholas Zihlman |
Succeeded by | William Devereux Byron |
In office March 4, 1911 – March 3, 1917 | |
Preceded by | George Alexander Pearre |
Succeeded by | Frederick Nicholas Zihlman |
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Born | (1869-05-01)May 1, 1869 Nutals Bank, Centre County, Pennsylvania |
Died | August 12, 1952(1952-08-12) (aged 83) Cumberland, Maryland |
Resting place | Hill Crest Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
Known for | Introducing the Social Security Act to the House Of Representatives |
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