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The 1879 Louisiana gubernatorial election was the first election to take place under the
Louisiana Constitution of 1879. As a result of this election
Louis A. Wiltz became
Governor of Louisiana. The election saw widespread intimidation of
African-Americans which guaranteed the election of the
Democratic nominee.
Results
Popular Vote
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References
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^ Jeanne Frois. 2006. Louisiana Almanac, 2006–2007 Edition. Gretna, La: Pelican Pub. Co. p.547