Josiah Chapin
Gubernatorial candidate
- Home state
- Rhode Island
- Party
- Whig Party
- On the ballot
- 1851
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Chapin6,106
Opponents7,119
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Elections run
Josiah Chapin, a Whig politician from Rhode Island, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1851 governor election in Rhode Island to Philip Allen, receiving 6,106 votes (46.11%).
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How many votes has Josiah Chapin received?
Josiah Chapin has received 6,106 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | GovernorRhode Island | Lost | 6,10646.11% | Philip Allen Edward Harris |
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