1871 Philadelphia mayoral election

The Philadelphia mayoral election of 1871 saw the election of William S. Stokley.

Philadelphia mayoral election, 1871
 
Nominee William S. Stokley James S. Biddle
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 58,508 50,307
Percentage 53.77% 46.23%
Mayor before election

Daniel M. Fox
Democratic

 Elected Mayor

William S. Stokley
Republican

Elections in Pennsylvania

Results
1871 Philadelphia mayoral election[1]
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican William S. Stokley 58,508 53.77%
Democratic James S. Biddle 50,307 46.23%
Turnout 108,815
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References
  1. "Mayors of the City of Philadelphia 1691-2000". City of Philadelphia. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
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