Ben H. Lewis
| Ben H. Lewis | |
|---|---|
| 13th Mayor of Riverside, California | |
|
In office January 1, 1965 – December 31, 1978 | |
| Preceded by | Edward V. Dales |
| Succeeded by | Ab Brown |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
November 27, 1902 Riverside, California, United States |
| Died |
June 20, 1985 (aged 82) Riverside, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse(s) | Catherine Wasilchen |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Riverside, California |
| Alma mater | Otis Art Institute of Los Angeles[1] |
| Profession | Real estate title insurance, commercial artist, actor |
Ben H. Lewis (November 27, 1902 – June 20, 1985) was the thirteenth mayor of Riverside, California, United States. Prior to the office of mayor, Lewis was the president of the United Title Guaranty Company, later known as the Land Title Company, of Riverside. The main hall at the Riverside Convention Center is named in his honor, as well as a bridge on Mount Rubidoux.
Personal life
Lewis was the son of D. W. Lewis and Edith Binks. His father organized several land title insurance companies in Riverside, Orange, and Imperial Counties. Later, Lewis became the president and owner of the Riverside-based Land Title Company.
After attending high school in Riverside, Lewis attended the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles. He subsequently became a commercial artist, made animated cartoons, and contracted with Universal Studios, where he appeared in several films. Upon returning to Riverside, Lewis began his career in the land title industry. He was also active in many community and fraternal organizations, as well as president of the Riverside Community Players, a local theatrical group.[1]
His wife died in March 2009, at age 101.[2]
Political career
| Office Held | Took Office | Left Office |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor of Riverside | January 1, 1965 | December 31, 1978 |
See also
References
- 1 2 Paul, page 269.
- ↑ Inland News Today, "Memorial set for Kitti Lewis, widow of former mayor" Inland News Today, 2009-03-31. Retrieved 2010-11-07.
Bibliography
- Paul, Arthur G. Riverside Community Book, A. H. Cawston, Riverside, California, 1954.
External links
- The Political Graveyeard; Mayors of Riverside, California. Retrieved 2010-11-07.