1859 New Jersey gubernatorial election

The 1859 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1859. Opposition Party nominee Charles Smith Olden defeated Democratic nominee Edwin R. V. Wright with 50.76% of the vote.

1859 New Jersey gubernatorial election
November 8, 1859
 
Nominee Charles Smith Olden Edwin R. V. Wright
Party Opposition Democratic
Alliance Know-Nothing
Popular vote 53,315 51,714
Percentage 50.76% 49.24%
County Results
Olden:      50-60%      60–70%
Wright:      50–60%
Governor before election

William A. Newell
Opposition Party (Northern U.S.)

 Elected Governor

Charles Smith Olden
Opposition Party (Northern U.S.)

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