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1847 Boston mayoral election
The 1847 Boston mayoral election saw the reelection of Whig Party incumbent Josiah Quincy Jr. to a third consecutive term. It was held on December 13, 1847.
The 1847 Boston mayoral election saw the reelection of Whig Party incumbent Josiah Quincy Jr. to a third consecutive term. It was held on December 13, 1847.
- Ninian C. Betton ("Native American Party" –Know Nothing), candidate for mayor in 1846
- Charles G. Goodrich (Democratic Party), candidate for mayor in 1846
- William Parker (independent Whig), former acting mayor of Boston
- Josiah Quincy Jr. (Whig Party), incumbent mayor
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whig | 4,756 | 53.46 | ||
| Democratic | 1,657 | 18.63 | ||
| Independent Whig | 1,547 | 17.39 | ||
| Know Nothing | 866 | 9.73 | ||
| Scattering | Other | 70 | 0.79 | |
| 8,896 | 100 |
- List of mayors of Boston, Massachusetts
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