1818 Illinois gubernatorial election

The Illinois gubernatorial election of 1818 was the first election for governor in Illinois history. Shadrach Bond was the only serious candidate and won almost unanimously.

1818 Illinois gubernatorial election

September 17–19, 1818
 
Candidate Shadrach Bond
Party Independent
Popular vote 3,828
Percentage 98.99%

County Results

Bond:      90-100%

Unknown/No Vote:      

Governor before election

Office Created

Elected Governor

Shadrach Bond
Independent

Results

1818 gubernatorial election, Illinois
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Independent Shadrach Bond 3,828 98.99 N/A
Independent Henry Reavis 19 1.01 N/A




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