Joshua Fry Bell
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- November 26, 1811
- Died
- August 17, 1870
- Age at death
- 58
- Home state
- Kentucky
- Party
- Opposition Party
- On the ballot
- 1859
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Bell67,283
Opponents76,187
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Elections run
Joshua Fry Bell (1811–1870), an Opposition politician from Kentucky, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1859 governor election in Kentucky to Beriah Magoffin, receiving 67,283 votes (46.9%).
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How many votes has Joshua Fry Bell received?
Joshua Fry Bell has received 67,283 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1859 | GovernorKentucky | Lost | 67,28346.9% | Beriah Magoffin |
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