James Yell
Gubernatorial candidate
- Home state
- Arkansas
- Party
- Know Nothing
- On the ballot
- 1856
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Yell14,841
Opponents27,612
1
Elections run
James Yell, a Know Nothing politician from Arkansas, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1856 governor election in Arkansas to Elias Nelson Conway, receiving 14,841 votes (34.95%).
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How many votes has James Yell received?
James Yell has received 14,841 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 | GovernorArkansas | Lost | 14,84134.95% | Elias Nelson Conway |
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