1870 Maine gubernatorial election

The 1870 Maine gubernatorial election was held on September 12, 1870. Republican candidate Sidney Perham defeated the Democratic candidate Charles W. Roberts.[1]

1870 Maine gubernatorial election

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Nominee Sidney Perham Charles W. Roberts
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 54,019 45,732
Percentage 54.13% 45.83%

County results
Perham:      50–60%      60–70%
Roberts:      50–60%

Governor before election

Joshua Chamberlain
Republican

Elected Governor

Sidney Perham
Republican

General election

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Candidates

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Republican

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Democratic

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Results

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1870 Maine gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Sidney Perham 54,019 54.13%
Democratic Charles W. Roberts 45,732 45.83%

References

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  1. ^ "Our Campaigns - ME Governor Race - Sep 12, 1870". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved August 18, 2021.