Samuel M. Ralston, Governor

Samuel M. Ralston

Governor
Born
December 1, 1857
Died
October 14, 1925
Age at death
67
Home state
Indiana
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1912
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Ralston275,357
Opponents166,654
1
Elections run

Samuel M. Ralston (1857–1925), a Democratic politician from Indiana, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1912 governor election in Indiana with 275,357 votes (42.95%), defeating Albert J. Beveridge.

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How many votes has Samuel M. Ralston received?

Samuel M. Ralston has received 275,357 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

Samuel M. Ralston’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1912GovernorIndianaWon275,35742.95%Albert J. Beveridge
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