1841_Philadelphia_mayoral_election

1841 Philadelphia mayoral election

1841 Philadelphia mayoral election

Philadelphia mayoral election

The 1841 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the election of John Morin Scott.[1]

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Electoral system

Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.[1]

Results

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References

  1. [1]
    "Mayors of the City of Philadelphia 1691-2000". City of Philadelphia. Retrieved April 28, 2019.


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