1832 Maryland gubernatorial election
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The 1832 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on January 2, 1832, in order to elect the Governor of Maryland. Incumbent National Republican Acting Governor George Howard was elected by the Maryland General Assembly against Democratic nominee Nicholas Brewer.[1]
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January 2, 1832
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General election
On election day, January 2, 1832, incumbent National Republican Acting Governor George Howard was elected by the Maryland General Assembly, thereby retaining National Republican control over the office of governor. Howard was sworn in for his first full term on January 17, 1832.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Republican | George Howard | 64 | 78.05 | |
| Did Not Vote | 13 | 15.85 | ||
| Democratic | Nicholas Brewer | 5 | 6.10 | |
| Total votes | 82 | 100.00 | ||
| National Republican hold | ||||