Edward M. Yerger

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Mississippi
Party
American Party
On the ballot
1857
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Yerger14,095
Opponents27,377
1
Elections run

Edward M. Yerger, an American politician from Mississippi, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1857 governor election in Mississippi to William McWillie, receiving 14,095 votes (33.99%).

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How many votes has Edward M. Yerger received?

Edward M. Yerger has received 14,095 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Edward M. Yerger’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1857GovernorMississippiLost14,09533.99%William McWillie
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