1843 Philadelphia mayoral election|
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| Nominee |
John Morin Scott |
Samuel H. Perkins |
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| Popular vote |
6,585 |
3,976 |
| Percentage |
62.33% |
37.65% |
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The 1843 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of John Morin Scott to a third consecutive term.[1]
Electoral system
Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.[1]
Results
1843 Philadelphia mayoral election results[1]
| Candidate |
Votes |
% |
| John Morin Scott (incumbent) |
6,585 |
62.33% |
| Samuel H. Perkins |
3,976 |
37.65% |
| Others |
3 |
0.03% |
| Total votes |
10,564 |
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Government