1842 Philadelphia mayoral election

Philadelphia mayoral election, 1842

Nominee John Morin Scott Richard Vaux Popular vote 6,145 5,065 Percentage 54.80% 45.17%

Mayor before election John Morin Scott Whig Elected Mayor John Morin Scott Whig

The Philadelphia mayoral election of 1842 saw the reelection of John Morin Scott.

Electoral system

Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.

Results

1842 Philadelphia mayoral election results

Candidate		Votes	%
John Morin Scott		6,145	54.80%
Richard Vaux		5,065	45.17%
Others		3	0.03%
Total votes		11,213