George H. Browne, Gubernatorial candidate

George H. Browne

Gubernatorial candidate
Born
January 6, 1818
Died
September 26, 1885
Age at death
67
Home state
Rhode Island
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1864
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Browne7,312
Opponents10,184
1
Elections run

George H. Browne (1818–1885), a Democratic politician from Rhode Island, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1864 governor election in Rhode Island to James Y. Smith, receiving 7,312 votes (41.8%).

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How many votes has George H. Browne received?

George H. Browne has received 7,312 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

George H. Browne’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1864GovernorRhode IslandLost7,31241.8%James Y. Smith
Amos C. Barstow
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