1861 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1861 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on 3 April 1861 in order to elect the Governor of Rhode Island. Incumbent Unionist Governor William Sprague IV won re-election against Republican nominee and former Mayor of Providence James Y. Smith.

1861 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

3 April 1861
 
Nominee William Sprague IV James Y. Smith
Party Unionist Republican
Popular vote 11,844 10,200
Percentage 53.69% 46.23%

Governor before election

William Sprague IV
Unionist

Elected Governor

William Sprague IV
Unionist

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