William H Wheat
U.S. House candidate
- Born
- February 19, 1879
- Died
- January 16, 1944
- Age at death
- 64
- Home state
- Illinois
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1936
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Wheat61,535
Opponents77,446
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Elections run
William H Wheat (1879–1944), a Republican politician from Illinois, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1936 U.S. House election in Illinois's District 19 to Hugh Rigney, receiving 61,535 votes (44.28%).
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How many votes has William H Wheat received?
William H Wheat has received 61,535 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | U.S. HouseIllinois | Lost | 61,53544.28% | Hugh Rigney |
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