1856 New Jersey gubernatorial election

The 1856 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1856. Republican nominee William A. Newell defeated Democratic nominee William Cowper Alexander with 51.29% of the vote.

1856 New Jersey gubernatorial election
November 4, 1856
 
Nominee William A. Newell William Cowper Alexander
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 50,803 48,246
Percentage 51.29% 48.71%
County Results
Newell:      50-60%      60–70%      70–80%
Alexander:      50–60%      60–70%
Governor before election

Rodman M. Price
Democratic

 Elected Governor

William A. Newell
Republican

Elections in New Jersey

General election

Candidates
  • William A. Newell, Republican
  • William Cowper Alexander, Democratic

Results
New Jersey gubernatorial election, 1856[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Republican William A. Newell 50,803 51.29%
Democratic William Cowper Alexander 48,246 48.71%
Majority
Turnout
Republican hold Swing
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References
  1. "Guide to U.S. Elections". Books.google.com. Retrieved 2016-02-17.
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