Louisiana gubernatorial election, 1879
Louisiana gubernatorial election, 1879
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The Louisiana gubernatorial election, 1879, was the first election to take place under the Louisiana Constitution of 1879. As a result of this election Louis A. Wiltz became Governor of Louisiana. The election saw widespread intimidation of African-Americans which guaranteed the election of the Democratic nominee.
Results
Popular Vote[1]
References
- ↑ Jeanne Frois. 2006. Louisiana almanac, 2006-2007 Edition. Gretna, La: Pelican Pub. Co. p.547