1886 Oregon gubernatorial election

1886 Oregon gubernatorial election is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and backgrounds in recent years. Since its emergence, it has aroused unprecedented interest and generated debates in all areas. As it has evolved, it has managed to cross borders and has influenced the way people think, act and relate. In this article, we will explore the different aspects of 1886 Oregon gubernatorial election and its impact on society today, as well as the possible repercussions it may have in the future.

1886 Oregon gubernatorial election

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Nominee Sylvester Pennoyer Thomas R. Cornelius
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 27,901 24,199
Percentage 50.89% 44.13%

Governor before election

Z. F. Moody
Republican

Elected Governor

Sylvester Pennoyer
Democratic

The 1886 Oregon gubernatorial election took place on June 7, 1886 to elect the governor of the U.S. state of Oregon. The election matched Republican former state senator Thomas R. Cornelius against Democrat Sylvester Pennoyer.

Pennoyer gained support for advocating the use of American labor over Chinese immigrants.

Results

Oregon gubernatorial election, 1886
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sylvester Pennoyer 27,901 50.89
Republican Thomas R. Cornelius 24,199 44.13
Prohibition J. E. Houston 2,727 4.97
Nonpartisan Other 5 >0.01
Total votes 54,832 100
Democratic gain from Republican

References

  1. ^ Terry, John. Oregon's Trails: Death shroud a suggestive footnote to a gadfly's death. The Oregonian, November 9, 2003.
  2. ^ "Our Campaigns - OR Governor Race - Jun 07, 1886". Retrieved April 17, 2016.