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The 1870 Nebraska gubernatorial election was held on October 11, 1870.[a] Two-term incumbent Governor of Nebraska David Butler, the Republican nominee, was seeking a third term as governor. He was opposed by Democratic nominee John H. Croxton, a lawyer from Nebraska City.[3]
- ^ "Nebraska Constitution of 1866, Article III, Section 1". 1866.
The Executive Department shall consist of a Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor and Treasurer, who shall be chosen by the electors of the State on the second Tuesday of October....
- ^ "A Defense of Mr. Tipton". Brownville Daily Democrat. October 4, 1870. Retrieved June 21, 2023.
Let the verdict at the polls on the 11th of October answer the question.
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