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The 1909 Virginia gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1909, to elect the governor of Virginia.
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The 1909 Virginia gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1909, to elect the governor of Virginia.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | William Hodges Mann | 70,759 | 63.35% | |
| Republican | William P. Kent | 40,357 | 36.13% | |
| Socialist Labor | A. H. Dennett | 569 | 0.51% | |
| Write-ins | 3 | <0.01% | ||
| Total votes | 111,688 | 100.00% | ||
| Democratic hold | ||||
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