1789 Delaware gubernatorial election
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The 1789 Delaware gubernatorial election was held on May 30, 1789. The former member of the Delaware House of Assembly Joshua Clayton was elected president of Delaware for a term of three years.[1]
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May 30, 1789
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The previous president Thomas Collins died in office on March 29, 1789. The speaker of the House of Assembly Jehu Davis acted as president pending the election of Collins's successor.[2]
The election was conducted by the Delaware General Assembly. Clayton was elected on the first ballot.[1] The number of votes cast was not recorded.[3]
General election
| Candidate | First ballot | |
|---|---|---|
| Count | Percent | |
| Joshua Clayton | ** | ** |
Total |
** |
100.00 |