1819 Maryland gubernatorial election
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The 1819 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on December 13, 1819, in order to elect the Governor of Maryland. Democratic-Republican nominee Samuel Sprigg was elected by the Maryland General Assembly against incumbent Federalist Governor Charles Goldsborough.[1]
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December 13, 1819
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General election
On election day, December 13, 1819, Democratic-Republican nominee Samuel Sprigg was elected by the Maryland General Assembly, thereby gaining Democratic-Republican control over the office of governor. Sprigg was sworn in as the 17th Governor of Maryland on December 20, 1819.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic-Republican | Samuel Sprigg | 49 | 57.65 | |
| Federalist | Charles Goldsborough (incumbent) | 36 | 42.35 | |
| Total votes | 85 | 100.00 | ||
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