1882 Kansas gubernatorial election

The 1882 Kansas gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1882. Democratic nominee George Washington Glick defeated incumbent Republican John St. John with 46.40% of the vote.

1882 Kansas gubernatorial election
November 7, 1882
 
Nominee George Washington Glick John St. John Charles L. Robinson
Party Democratic Republican Greenback
Popular vote 83,232 75,158 20,933
Percentage 46.40% 41.90% 11.67%
Governor before election

John St. John
Republican

 Elected Governor

George Washington Glick
Democratic

Elections in Kansas

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

  • George Washington Glick, Democratic
  • John St. John, Republican

Other candidates

  • Charles L. Robinson, Greenback

Results
1882 Kansas gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Democratic George Washington Glick 83,232 46.40%
Republican John St. John 75,158 41.90%
Greenback Charles L. Robinson 20,933 11.67%
Majority 8,074
Turnout
Democratic gain from Republican Swing
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References
  1. "Guide to U.S. elections - CQ Press, Congressional Quarterly, inc". Books.google.com. Retrieved 2020-07-16.
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