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The 1873 Iowa gubernatorial election was held on October 14, 1873. Incumbent Republican Cyrus C. Carpenter defeated Democratic nominee Jacob G. Vale with 55.54% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

  • Cyrus C. Carpenter, Republican
  • Jacob G. Vale, Democratic

Results

1873 Iowa gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Cyrus C. Carpenter (incumbent) 105,132 55.54%
Democratic Jacob G. Vale 82,556 43.61%
Majority 22,576
Turnout
Republican hold Swing

References

  1. ^ Kalb, Deborah (December 24, 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved September 24, 2020.