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An election for Mayor of Milwaukee was held on April 5, 1910. Emil Seidel was elected with 46% of the vote. He was sworn in on April 19, 1910. [1]
Candidates included Milwaukee city alderman Emil Seidel, Travelers Protective Association board member Vincenz J. Schoenecker, and physician John M. Beffel.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Socialist | Emil Seidel | 27,622 | 46.5 | |
| Democratic | V. J. Schoenecker | 20,513 | 34.5 | |
| Republican | J. M. Beffel | 11,262 | 19.0 | |
| Total votes | 59,397 | 100.00 | ||
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