John V. Sheridan
John V. Sheridan (February 3, 1879 in New York City – October 14, 1947) was an American lawyer and politician from New York.
Life
Sheridan was a member of the New York State Assembly (New York Co., 35th D.) in 1907, 1908 and 1909.
He was a member of the New York State Senate (22nd D.) in 1917 and 1918.
During the 1930s, he opposed the Democratic leader of the Bronx Edward J. Flynn; and in 1938, he supported Republican Thomas E. Dewey for Governor.
Sources
- BRONX DEMOCRAT SUPPORTS DEWEY; Ex-State Senator J. V. Sheridan Urges Independents to Back Rotation in Office in NYT on October 23, 1938 (subscription required)
- JOHN V. SHERIDAN, 67, FLYNN'S FOE IN BRONX in NYT on October 15, 1947 (subscription required)
| New York State Senate | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by John P. Cohalan |
New York State Assembly New York Co., 35th District 1907–1909 |
Succeeded by Edward J. L. Raldiris |
| New York State Senate | ||
| Preceded by James A. Hamilton |
New York State Senate 9th District 1917–1918 |
Succeeded by Peter A. Abeles |