1880 Florida gubernatorial election

The 1880 Florida gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1880. Democratic nominee William D. Bloxham easily defeated Republican nominee Simon B. Conover with 54.90% of the vote.[1][2]

1880 Florida gubernatorial election

November 2, 1880
 
Nominee William D. Bloxham Simon B. Conover
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 28,372 23,307
Percentage 54.90% 45.10%

Governor before election

George Franklin Drew
Democratic

Elected Governor

William D. Bloxham
Democratic

General election

Democratic

  • William D. Bloxham

Republican

  • Simon B. Conover

Results

1880 Florida gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Democratic William D. Bloxham 28,372 54.90%
Republican Simon B. Conover 23,307 45.10%

References

  1. Bernie, McGovern (2007). Florida Almanac 2007-2008. Pelican Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4556-0441-8.
  2. "Our Campaigns - FL Governor Race - Nov 02, 1880". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-18.
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