Richard B. Carpenter
Gubernatorial candidate
- Home state
- South Carolina
- Party
- Reform
- On the ballot
- 1870
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Carpenter51,537
Opponents85,071
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Elections run
Richard B. Carpenter, a Reform politician from South Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1870 governor election in South Carolina to Robert Kingston Scott, receiving 51,537 votes (37.72%).
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How many votes has Richard B. Carpenter received?
Richard B. Carpenter has received 51,537 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | GovernorSouth Carolina | Lost | 51,53737.72% | Robert Kingston Scott |
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