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The 1859 Maine gubernatorial election was held on 12 September 1859 in order to elect the Governor of Maine. Incumbent Republican Governor Lot M. Morrill won re-election against Democratic nominee Manassah H. Smith in a second rematch of the previous elections.[1]
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On election day, 12 September 1859, incumbent Republican Governor Lot M. Morrill won re-election by a margin of 11,793 votes against his opponent Democratic nominee Manassah H. Smith, thereby retaining Republican control over the office of governor. Morrill was sworn in for his third term on 6 January 1860.[2]
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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Republican | Lot M. Morrill (incumbent) | 57,180 | 55.73 | |
Democratic | Manassah H. Smith | 45,387 | 44.24 | |
Scattering | 35 | 0.03 | ||
Total votes | 102,602 | 100.00 | ||
Republican hold |
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