1887 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1887 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on April 6, 1887. Democratic nominee John W. Davis defeated incumbent Republican George P. Wetmore with 51.50% of the vote.

1887 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
April 6, 1887
 
Nominee John W. Davis George P. Wetmore
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 18,095 15,111
Percentage 51.50% 43.01%
Governor before election

George P. Wetmore
Republican

 Elected Governor

John W. Davis
Democratic

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

  • John W. Davis, Democratic
  • George P. Wetmore, Republican

Other candidates

  • Thomas H. Peabody, Prohibition

Results
1887 Rhode Island gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Democratic John W. Davis 18,095 51.50%
Republican George P. Wetmore 15,111 43.01%
Prohibition Thomas H. Peabody 1,895 5.39%
Majority 2,984
Turnout
Democratic gain from Republican Swing
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References
  1. "Congressional Quarterly's Guide to U.S. elections". Books.google.com. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
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