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Hugh J. Jewett, Gubernatorial candidate

Hugh J. Jewett

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Ohio
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1861
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Jewett151,794
Opponents206,997
1
Elections run

Hugh J. Jewett, a Democratic politician from Ohio, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1861 governor election in Ohio to David Tod, receiving 151,794 votes (42.29%).

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How many votes has Hugh J. Jewett received?

Hugh J. Jewett has received 151,794 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Hugh J. Jewett’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1861GovernorOhioLost151,79442.29%David Tod
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