1872 Vermont gubernatorial election

The 1872 Vermont gubernatorial election took place on September 3, 1872. Incumbent Republican John W. Stewart, per the "Mountain Rule", did not run for re-election to a second term as Governor of Vermont. Republican candidate Julius Converse defeated Liberal Republican and Democratic nominee Abraham B. Gardner to succeed him.

1872 Vermont gubernatorial election

September 3, 1872 (1872-09-03)
 
Candidate Julius Converse Abraham B. Gardner
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 41,946 16,613
Percentage 71.6% 28.4%

Governor before election

John W. Stewart
Republican

Elected Governor

Julius Converse
Republican

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