1847 Georgia gubernatorial election
The 1847 Georgia gubernatorial election was held on October 4, 1847.
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The Democratic candidate George W. Towns won election over Whig challenger Duncan L. Clinch.[1] Clinch lost by 1,278 votes.
General election
Democratic
- George W. Towns, former house representative.[2]
Whig
- Duncan Lamont Clinch, former house representative.[3]
Results
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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Democratic | George W. Towns | 43,219 | 50.75% | ||
Whig | Duncan L. Clinch | 41,941 | 49.25% |
References
- "Our Campaigns - GA Governor Race - Oct 04, 1847". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-20.
- "Bioguide Search". bioguide.congress.gov. Retrieved 2021-07-20.
- "Bioguide Search". bioguide.congress.gov. Retrieved 2021-07-20.
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