1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on 7 April 1790 in order to elect the Governor of Rhode Island. Anti-Federalist candidate Arthur Fenner defeated incumbent Independent Governor John Collins. The exact number of votes cast in this election are unknown.[1]

1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

7 April 1790
 
Nominee Arthur Fenner John Collins
Party Anti-Federalist Independent
Percentage 100.00% 0.00%

Governor before election

John Collins
Independent

Elected Governor

Arthur Fenner
Anti-Federalist

General election

On election day, 7 April 1790, Anti-Federalist candidate Arthur Fenner won the election against his opponent incumbent Independent Governor John Collins, thereby gaining Anti-Federalist control over the office of Governor. Fenner was sworn in as the 4th Governor of Rhode Island on 5 May 1790.[2]

Results

Rhode Island gubernatorial election, 1790
Party Candidate Votes %
Anti-Federalist Arthur Fenner 100.00
Independent John Collins (incumbent) 0.00
Total votes 100.00
Anti-Federalist gain from Independent

References

  1. "Arthur Fenner". National Governors Association. January 2019. Retrieved 5 April 2024.
  2. "RI Governor". ourcampaigns.com. 5 June 2005. Retrieved 5 April 2024.
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