1779 Vermont Republic gubernatorial election

The 1779 Vermont Republic gubernatorial election took place throughout September, and resulted in the re-election of Thomas Chittenden to a one-year term.[1]

1779 Vermont Republic gubernatorial election

October 14, 1779 (1779-10-14)
 
Nominee Thomas Chittenden
Party Independent

Governor before election

Thomas Chittenden
Independent

Elected Governor

Thomas Chittenden
Independent

The Vermont General Assembly met in Manchester on October 14.[1] The Vermont House of Representatives appointed a committee to examine the votes of the freemen of Vermont for governor, lieutenant governor, treasurer, and governor's council members.[1] Thomas Chittenden was re-elected governor.[1] Benjamin Carpenter was elected lieutenant governor, and Ira Allen was re-elected as treasurer.[1] The names of candidates and balloting totals were not recorded.[1]

Results

1779 Vermont Republic gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes %
Independent politician Thomas Chittenden (incumbent)

References

  1. Walton, E. P., ed. (1874). Records of the Governor and Council of the State of Vermont. Vol. II. Montpelier, VT: J. & J. M. Poland. pp. 4–5 via Google Books.
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