1885 Virginia gubernatorial election


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The 1885 Virginia gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1885, to elect the governor of Virginia.

1885 Virginia gubernatorial election

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Nominee Fitzhugh Lee John Sergeant Wise
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 152,547 136,508
Percentage 52.77% 47.22%

County results
Lee:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%
Wise:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%


Governor before election

William E. Cameron
Readjuster

Elected Governor

Fitzhugh Lee
Democratic