1888_Florida_gubernatorial_election

1888 Florida gubernatorial election

1888 Florida gubernatorial election

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The 1888 Florida gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1888. Democratic nominee Francis P. Fleming defeated Republican nominee V. J. Shipman with 60.37% of the vote.

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Republican candidate Volney Job Shipman was a Union Army officer who mustered out due to injury and settled in Iowa before moving to Florida for health considerations. He established the town of Lawtey, Florida and was involved in agricultural pursuits. His fortunes declined due to a great freeze.[1]

General election

Candidates

  • Francis P. Fleming, Democratic
  • V. J. Shipman, Republican

Results

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Results by County

More information County, Francis P. Fleming Democratic ...

References

  1. McGovern, Bernie (2007). Florida Almanac 2007-2008. Pelican. ISBN 9781455604418. Retrieved October 12, 2020.
  2. Bowen, N. M. (December 4, 1888). "Vote of Florida, 1888". The Weekly Floridian. p. 1. Retrieved April 8, 2023.

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