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The 1872 Georgia gubernatorial election was held on October 2, 1872,[1][2] in order to elect the Governor of Georgia. Democratic nominee and incumbent Governor James Milton Smith defeated Republican nominee and former Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia Dawson A. Walker.[3]
- ^ "The next State election in Georgia". Alexandria gazette. Alexandria, D.C. September 27, 1872. p. 2. Retrieved 15 July 2024.
- ^ "State Elections". Memphis daily appeal. Memphis, Tenn. October 3, 1872. p. 1. Retrieved 15 July 2024.
- ^ "Gov. James Milton Smith". National Governors Association. 12 January 2015. Retrieved 3 January 2024.