1847 Pennsylvania gubernatorial election

The 1847 Pennsylvania gubernatorial election occurred on October 12, 1847. Incumbent Democratic governor Francis R. Shunk defeated Whig candidate James Irvin to win re-election.

1847 Pennsylvania gubernatorial election

October 12, 1847 (1847-10-12)
 
Nominee Francis R. Shunk James Irvin
Party Democratic Whig
Popular vote 146,081 128,148
Percentage 50.8% 44.6%

County Results

Shunk:      40-50%      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%      80-90%
Irvin:      40-50%      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%
Unknown/No Vote:

     

Governor before election

Francis R. Shunk
Democratic

Elected Governor

Francis R. Shunk
Democratic

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