What year was Sherman first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives?
1887
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Answer
Sherman was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1887. He served in the House for 12 years, from 1887 to 1899. During his time in the House, Sherman was a member of the Ways and Means Committee and the Appropriations Committee. He was also a strong advocate for the gold standard.
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