1856 Arkansas gubernatorial election

The 1856 Arkansas gubernatorial election was held on 4 August 1856, in order to elect the Governor of Arkansas. Democratic nominee and incumbent Governor Elias Nelson Conway won re-election against Know Nothing nominee James Yell.

1856 Arkansas gubernatorial election

4 August 1856
 
Nominee Elias Nelson Conway James Yell
Party Democratic Know Nothing
Popular vote 27,612 14,841
Percentage 65.03% 34.95%

Conway:      50%-60%      60%-70%      70%-80%      80%-90%
Yell:      50%-60%      60%-70%
     Tie

Governor before election

Elias Nelson Conway
Democratic

Elected Governor

Elias Nelson Conway
Democratic

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