1862 New Jersey gubernatorial election

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Nominee Joel Parker Marcus Lawrence Ward Party Democratic National Union Popular vote 61,307 46,710 Percentage 56.8% 43.2%

County results Parker:      50–60%     60–70%     70–80% Ward:      50–60%     60–70%

Governor before election Charles Smith Olden Republican Elected Governor Joel Parker Democratic

The 1862 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1862. Democratic nominee Joel Parker defeated National Union nominee Marcus Lawrence Ward with 56.8% of the vote.

Contents

• General election
• Candidates
• Results
• References

General election

References