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The 1868 Illinois gubernatorial election was the fourteenth election for this office. Republican nominee, John M. Palmer defeated the Democratic nominee John R. Eden.[1]
At this time in Illinois history, the Lieutenant Governor was elected on a separate ballot from the governor. This would remain so until the 1970 constitution.
^"Our Campaigns - IL Governor Race - Nov 03, 1868". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved January 4, 2019.
January 01, 1970
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