1847 Boston mayoral election
Election in Massachusetts, United States
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The 1847 Boston mayoral election saw the reelection of Whig Party incumbent Josiah Quincy Jr. to a third consecutive term. It was held on December 13, 1847.[1]
December 13, 1847
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Candidates
- Ninian C. Betton ("Native American Party" âKnow Nothing),[2] candidate for mayor in 1846
- Charles G. Goodrich (Democratic Party),[2] candidate for mayor in 1846
- William Parker (independent Whig),[2] former acting mayor of Boston
- Josiah Quincy Jr. (Whig Party), incumbent mayor[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whig | Josiah Quincy Jr. (incumbent) | 4,756 | 53.46 | |
| Democratic | Charles G. Goodrich | 1,657 | 18.63 | |
| Independent Whig | William Parker | 1,547 | 17.39 | |
| Know Nothing | Ninian C. Betton | 866 | 9.73 | |
| Scattering | Other | 70 | 0.79 | |
| Total votes | 8,896 | 100 | ||