1851 Philadelphia mayoral election
The Philadelphia mayoral election of 1851 saw the reelection of Charles Gilpin.[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
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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Whig | Charles Gilpin | 9,275 | 70.22% | |
Democratic | John Swift | 3,934 | 29.78% | |
Total votes | 13,209 |
References
- "Mayors of the City of Philadelphia 1691-2000". City of Philadelphia. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
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