Courtland C. Matson
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- April 25, 1841
- Died
- September 4, 1915
- Age at death
- 74
- Home state
- Indiana
- Party
- Democratic
- On the ballot
- 1888
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Matson260,994
Opponents263,194
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Elections run
Courtland C. Matson (1841–1915), a Democratic politician from Indiana, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1888 governor election in Indiana to Alvin Peterson Hovey, receiving 260,994 votes (48.62%).
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How many votes has Courtland C. Matson received?
Courtland C. Matson has received 260,994 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 | GovernorIndiana | Lost | 260,99448.62% | Alvin Peterson Hovey |
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