The 1888 United States House of Representatives elections in Florida were held November 6, 1888 for the 51st Congress. These elections were held concurrently with the 1888 Presidential election and election for governor.

Background

Florida was represented by two Representatives from 1872 through 1900. Since 1884, both Representatives had been Democrats, with the Republicans in permanent minority status, which would not end until 1954.

Election results

Incumbent Charles Dougherty of the 2nd district did not run for re-election.

See also

  • United States House of Representatives elections, 1888

References


May 26th, 1845 Florida’s First Elections MCI Maps Election Data

Presidential Election of 1888 Facts and The History Junkie

United States presidential election of 1880 Garfield vs. Hancock

1888 United States election.

THE ELECTION OF 1888 — Patrick Davis Design