H. L. Gerhart
H. L. Gerhart | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 15th district | |
| In office January 3, 1961 – January 5, 1965 | |
| Preceded by | David Tews |
| Succeeded by | Ross Rasmussen (redistricted) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 17, 1897 |
| Died | June 19, 1989 (aged 91) |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Dorothy Hallgren (m. 1927) |
| Children | 2 (Harold L. Jr., Mary) |
| Parent |
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| Education | University of Nebraska |
| Occupation | Banker |
Harold L. Gerhart (December 17, 1897 – June 19, 1989) was a Republican politician from Nebraska who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 15th district from 1961 to 1965.
Early life
Gerhart was born in Newman Grove, Nebraska, in 1897.[1] He attended the University of Nebraska. He served in the military during World War I, and later attended the University of Nebraska, graduating with his bachelor's degree in 1920.[2]
Upon graduation, he worked for the First National Bank of Newman Grove, where his father served as the president.[2][3] Upon the death of his father in 1944, he became the president of the bank.[3] Gerhart was elected the Mayor of Newman Grove in 1956,[4] and was re-elected in 1958.[5]
Nebraska Legislature
In 1960, State Senator David Tews declined to seek re-election,[6] and Gerhart ran to succeed him in the 15th district, which included Madison and Pierce counties.[2] In the nonpartisan primary, Gerhart faced Robert Garsson, the publisher of the Madison Star-Mail.[7] Though the contest was formally nonpartisan, both Gerhart and Garsson were Republicans.[7][8] Gerhart placed first in the primary by a wide margin, receiving 66 percent of the vote to Garsson's 34 percent.[9] In the general election, Gerhart defeated Garsson in a landslide, winning 68–32 percent.[9][10]
Gerhart ran for re-election in 1962,[11] and was challenged by Alvin Massman, the president of the Battle Creek School Board.[12] In the primary election, Gerhart placed first over Massman, winning 61 percent of the vote to Massman's 39 percent.[13] They advanced to the general election, where Gerhart ultimately defeated Massman, winning re-election with 57 percent of the vote.[13][14]
In 1964, Gerhart declined to seek re-election.[15]
Death
Gerhart died on June 19, 1989.[3]
References
- ↑ Nebraska Blue Book 1962 (PDF). Nebraska Legislative Council. 1963. Retrieved April 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "H. L. Gerhart Is Candidate for State Senator". Norfolk Daily News. February 25, 1960. p. 15. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- 1 2 3 "Services Friday for H.L. Gerhart". Omaha World-Herald. June 21, 1989. p. 52. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "H L Gerhart Sr. The Mayor of Newman Grove". Newman Grove Reporter. April 4, 1956. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Vote Small Tuesday in City Election". Newman Grove Reporter. April 2, 1958. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Tews Files for District Judge, GOP Delegate". Norfolk Daily News. January 22, 1960. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- 1 2 "Deadline Is Today for County Filings". Norfolk Daily News. March 11, 1960. p. 3. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Legislature's Political Structure Little Changed". Lincoln Star. December 9, 1962. p. 18. Retrieved April 22, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- 1 2 Marsh, Frank (1960). Official Report of the Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska, Primary Election, May 10, 1960, General Election, November 8, 1960 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved April 23, 2026.
- ↑ "Terry and Ellwood Win County Contests". Norfolk Daily News. November 9, 1960. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "State Senator H. L. Gerhart Files For Second Term". Newman Grove Reporter. February 14, 1962. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Alvin Massman Tosses Hat In State Senate Race". Battle Creek Enterprise. March 22, 1962. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- 1 2 Marsh, Frank (1962). Official Report of the Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska, Primary Election, May 15, 1962, General Election, November 6, 1962 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved April 23, 2026.
- ↑ "Write-in Good for Mueting; Reeves, Barry Batlte Close". Madison Star-Mail. November 8, 1962. p. 46026. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
- ↑ "Gerhart Won't Seek Re-Election". Osmond Republican. January 1, 1964. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.