James Paul Clarke, Governor

James Paul Clarke

Governor
Born
August 18, 1854
Died
October 1, 1916
Age at death
62
Home state
Arkansas
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1894
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Clarke74,809
Opponents50,626
1
Elections run

James Paul Clarke (1854–1916), a Democratic politician from Arkansas, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1894 governor election in Arkansas with 74,809 votes (58.91%), defeating Harmon L. Remmel and David E. Barker.

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How many votes has James Paul Clarke received?

James Paul Clarke has received 74,809 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

James Paul Clarke’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1894GovernorArkansasWon74,80958.91%Harmon L. Remmel
David E. Barker
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