Elon Farnsworth
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- February 2, 1799
- Died
- March 24, 1877
- Age at death
- 78
- Home state
- Michigan
- Party
- Democratic
- On the ballot
- 1839
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Farnsworth17,037
Opponents18,195
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Elections run
Elon Farnsworth (1799–1877), a Democratic politician from Michigan, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1839 governor election in Michigan to William Woodbridge, receiving 17,037 votes (48.28%).
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How many votes has Elon Farnsworth received?
Elon Farnsworth has received 17,037 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1839 | GovernorMichigan | Lost | 17,03748.28% | William Woodbridge |
Identity & sources. Identity verified against Wikidata (Q5367115). Election results come from official certified totals and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab; see methodology.
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