1799 Maryland gubernatorial election

The 1799 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on 18 November 1799 in order to elect the Governor of Maryland. Incumbent Federalist Governor Benjamin Ogle was easily re-elected by the Maryland General Assembly as he ran unopposed. The exact results of this election are unknown.[1]

1799 Maryland gubernatorial election

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Nominee Benjamin Ogle
Party Federalist
Popular vote 1
Percentage 100.00%

Governor before election

Benjamin Ogle
Federalist

Elected Governor

Benjamin Ogle
Federalist

General election

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On election day, 18 November 1799, incumbent Federalist Governor Benjamin Ogle was re-elected by the Maryland General Assembly, thereby retaining Federalist control over the office of governor. Ogle was sworn in for his second term on 19 November 1799.[2]

Results

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Maryland gubernatorial election, 1799
Party Candidate Votes %
Federalist Benjamin Ogle (incumbent) 1 100.00
Total votes 1 100.00
Federalist hold

References

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  1. ^ "Benjamin Ogle". National Governors Association. Retrieved 24 April 2024.
  2. ^ "MD Governor". ourcampaigns.com. 26 August 2004. Retrieved 24 April 2024.