1857 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1857 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on 1 April 1857 in order to elect the Governor of Rhode Island. Republican nominee Elisha Dyer defeated Democratic nominee Americus V. Potter.

1857 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
1 April 1857
 
Nominee Elisha Dyer Americus V. Potter
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 9,591 5,323
Percentage 64.23% 35.65%
Governor before election

William W. Hoppin
Republican

 Elected Governor

Elisha Dyer
Republican

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