Governor Election Ballot, Whig Ticket

Whig Ticket 1855 – In 1855 the Whigs nominated Gov. Hoppin and the rest of their successful ticket of the previous year. Hoppin was also endorsed by the American or Know-Nothing party which made independent nominations for the other offices on their ballot. The Democratic candidate was Americus V. Potter. Governor Hoppin was reelected and the Know-Nothing candidates won all the other state wide offices. 12.2 cm X 7.3 cm

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Original record: Governor Election Ballot, Whig Ticket
Collection: University of Rhode Island: Rhode Island Election Ballots
Date(s): 1855
Usage: This item is in the public domain and may be freely re-used.
Rights Statement: No Copyright - United States
Subject(s): Humanities and Social Sciences
Rhode Island, United States (state)
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