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The 1874 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of William S. Stokley. [1] He defeated Alexander McClure, an independent candidate who was supported by the Democratic party. [1]
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The 1874 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of William S. Stokley. [1] He defeated Alexander McClure, an independent candidate who was supported by the Democratic party. [1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| Republican | William S. Stokley (incumbent) | 60,128 | 55.03% | |
| Independent | Alexander McClure | 49,133 | 44.97% | |
| Turnout | 109,261 | |||
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