1884 Philadelphia mayoral election

The Philadelphia mayoral election of 1884 saw William Burns Smith defeat incumbent mayor Samuel G. King. This would ultimately be the last election to a three-year term as mayor, as the city subsequently extended mayoral terms to four years.[1]

Philadelphia mayoral election, 1884

 
Nominee William Burns Smith Samuel G. King
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 79,552% 70,440
Percentage 53.04% 46.96%

Mayor before election

Samuel G. King
Democratic

Elected Mayor

William Burns Smith
Republican

Results

1884 Philadelphia mayoral election[1]
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican William Burns Smith 79,552 53.04%
Democratic Samuel G. King (incumbent) 70,440 46.96%
Turnout 149,992

References

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