South Dakota gubernatorial election, 1890
South Dakota gubernatorial election, 1890
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November 1, 1890 (1890-11-01) |
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Nominee |
Arthur C. Mellette |
H. L. Loucks |
Maris Taylor |
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Republican |
Independent |
Democratic |
Running mate |
James H. Fletcher |
M. M. Price |
Sam A. Ramsey |
Popular vote |
34,487 |
24,591 |
18,484 |
Percentage |
44.46 |
31.71 |
23.83 |
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Elections in South Dakota |
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The 1890 South Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1890, to elect the second Governor of South Dakota. Republican Arthur C. Mellette was re-elected, defeating Independent H. L. Loucks and Democrat Maris Taylor.
Results
South Dakota gubernatorial election, 1890[1][2] |
Party |
Candidate |
Votes |
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Republican |
Arthur C. Mellette (inc.) |
34,487 |
44.46 |
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Independent |
H. L. Loucks |
24,591 |
31.71 |
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Democratic |
Maris Taylor |
18,484 |
23.83 |
Total votes |
77,562 |
100 |
Majority |
9,896 |
12.75 |
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Republican hold |
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