Richard C Puryear
U.S. House candidate
- Born
- February 9, 1801
- Died
- July 30, 1867
- Age at death
- 66
- Home state
- North Carolina
- Party
- american
- On the ballot
- 1857
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Puryear6,950
Opponents7,679
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Elections run
Richard C Puryear (1801–1867), an American politician from North Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1857 U.S. House election in North Carolina's District 6 to Alfred Scales, receiving 6,950 votes (47.51%).
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How many votes has Richard C Puryear received?
Richard C Puryear has received 6,950 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1857 | U.S. HouseNorth Carolina | Lost | 6,95047.51% | Alfred Scales |
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