1852 Louisiana gubernatorial election
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The 1852 Louisiana gubernatorial election was the first election to take place under the Louisiana Constitution of 1852. The new constitution shortened the term of Governor Walker and also the term of his successor to make calendar adjustments.
Results
[edit]Popular Vote[1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes received | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Paul Octave Hébert | 17,813 | 53.02% |
| Whig | Louis Bordelon | 15,781 | 46.98% |
| Total Vote | 33,594 |
References
[edit]- ^ Jeanne Frois. 2006. Louisiana Almanac, 2006–2007 Edition. Gretna, La: Pelican Pub. Co. p.547
| Preceded by 1849 Louisiana gubernatorial election |
Louisiana gubernatorial elections | Succeeded by 1855 Louisiana gubernatorial election |