The 1872 Indiana gubernatorial election was held on October 8, 1872. Democratic nominee Thomas A. Hendricks defeated Republican nominee Thomas M. Browne with 50.12% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

Results

1872 Indiana gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Democratic Thomas A. Hendricks 189,424 50.12%
Republican Thomas M. Browne 188,276 49.82%
Majority 1,148
Turnout
Democratic gain from Republican Swing

References

  1. ^ Kalb, Deborah (December 24, 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved August 22, 2020.