1872 Georgia gubernatorial election
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The 1872 Georgia gubernatorial election was held on October 2, 1872,[1][2] in order to elect the Governor of Georgia. Democratic nominee and incumbent Governor James Milton Smith defeated Republican nominee and former Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia Dawson A. Walker.[3]
General election[edit]
On election day, October 2, 1872, Democratic nominee James Milton Smith won re-election by a margin of 58,444 votes against his opponent Republican nominee Dawson A. Walker, thereby holding Democratic control over the office of Governor. Smith was sworn in for his first full term on 12 January 1873.[4]
Results[edit]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | James Milton Smith (incumbent) | 104,256 | 69.47 | |
| Republican | Dawson A. Walker | 45,812 | 30.53 | |
| Total votes | 150,068 | 100.00 | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
References[edit]
- ^ "The next State election in Georgia". Alexandria gazette. Alexandria, D.C. September 27, 1872. p. 2. Retrieved 15 July 2024.
- ^ "State Elections". Memphis daily appeal. Memphis, Tenn. October 3, 1872. p. 1. Retrieved 15 July 2024.
- ^ "Gov. James Milton Smith". National Governors Association. 12 January 2015. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ "GA Governor". ourcampaigns.com. 23 October 2017. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
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