Carrie Babcock Sherman
Carrie Babcock Sherman (November 16, 1856 – October 6, 1931) was the wife of U.S. Vice President James S. Sherman.
Carrie Sherman | |
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Second Lady of the United States | |
In role March 4, 1909 – October 30, 1912 | |
Vice President | James S. Sherman |
Preceded by | Cornelia Fairbanks |
Succeeded by | Lois Marshall (1913) |
Personal details | |
Born | Utica, New York, U.S. | November 16, 1856
Died | October 6, 1931 74) Utica, New York, U.S. | (aged
Resting place | Forest Hill Cemetery |
Spouse(s) | |
Children | 3 |
Carrie was the daughter of Lewis Babcock, a prominent attorney.[1] Her grandfather was Congressman and Union brigade commander Eliakim Sherrill, killed at Gettysburg.[1]
Carrie Babcock married James Schoolcraft Sherman on January 26, 1881.[2] Carrie and James had known each other since childhood.[1]
The couple had three sons: Sherrill B. Sherman, Richard U. Sherman, and Thomas N. Sherman.[1]
When her husband became vice-president in March 1909, Carrie became the first second lady to accompany her spouse in the inaugural parade.[1]
Sherman is buried at Forest Hill Cemetery in Utica, New York.
Honorary titles | ||
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Preceded by Cornelia Fairbanks |
Second Lady of the United States 1909–1912 |
Vacant Title next held by Lois Marshall |
References
- Purcell, L. Edward (2010-01-01). Vice Presidents: A Biographical Dictionary. Infobase Publishing. ISBN 9781438130712.
- Nelson, Michael (2012-08-10). Guide to the Presidency and the Executive Branch. CQ Press. ISBN 9781452234281.
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