1835 Connecticut gubernatorial election|
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County results
Edwards: 50–60% Foot: 50–60% |
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The 1835 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on April 6, 1835.[1][2][3] It was a rematch of the 1834 Connecticut gubernatorial election. Former governor, senator and Democratic nominee Henry W. Edwards was elected, defeating incumbent governor and Whig nominee Samuel A. Foot with 52.13% of the vote.
This was the last appearance of the Anti-Masonic Party in a Connecticut gubernatorial election.
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Henry W. Edwards, Democratic
- Samuel A. Foot, Whig
Candidates
Minor party candidates
- Zalmon Storrs, Anti-Masonic
Results
References
- ^ "Sixth of April". Litchfield enquirer. Litchfield, Conn. April 2, 1835. p. 3. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
- ^ "The election in Connecticut". Herald of the times. Newport, R.I. April 2, 1835. p. 2. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
- ^ "Votes of Litchfield County. April 6, 1835". Litchfield enquirer. Litchfield, Conn. April 16, 1835. p. 3. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
- ^ "Our Campaigns". Retrieved September 18, 2020.