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The 1855 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held on August 6, 1855. Know Nothing Charles S. Morehead defeated Democratic nominee Beverly L. Clarke with 51.63% of the vote. [1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Know Nothing | Charles S. Morehead | 69,816 | 51.63% | ||
| Democratic | Beverly L. Clarke | 65,413 | 48.37% | ||
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