1811 Maryland gubernatorial election
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The 1811 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on November 11, 1811, in order to elect the governor of Maryland. Former Democratic-Republican governor Robert Bowie was elected by the Maryland General Assembly against Federalist nominee and fellow former governor John Eager Howard.[1]
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November 11, 1811
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General election
On election day, November 11, 1811, former Democratic-Republican governor Robert Bowie was elected by the Maryland General Assembly, thereby retaining Democratic-Republican control over the office of governor. Bowie was sworn in for his fourth overall term on November 16, 1811.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic-Republican | Robert Bowie | 51 | 67.10 | |
| Federalist | John Eager Howard | 25 | 32.90 | |
| Total votes | 76 | 100.00 | ||
| Democratic-Republican hold | ||||