1843 Boston mayoral election
Election in Massachusetts, United States
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The 1843 Boston mayoral election saw the reelection of Whig Party incumbent Martin Brimmer. It was held on December 11, 1843.[1]
December 11, 1843
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Campaign
Brimmer was the Whig Party nominee while Savage was the Democratic Party/locofoco nominee. The Whigs won a large victory in the coinciding municipal elections.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Whig | Martin Brimmer (incumbent) | 4,874 | 66.82 | |
| Democratic | George Savage | 2,237 | 30.68 | |
| Scattering | Other | 183 | 2.51 | |
| Total votes | 7,294 | 100 | ||