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The1868 Illinois gubernatorial election was the fourteenth election for this office.Republican nominee,John M. Palmer defeated the Democratic nomineeJohn R. Eden.[1]
At this time in Illinois history, the Lieutenant Governor was elected on a separate ballot from the governor. This would remain so until the 1970 constitution.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | John M. Palmer | 249,912 | 55.57% | +1.03% | |
| Democratic | John R. Eden | 199,813 | 44.43% | −1.03% | |
| Majority | 50,099 | 11.14% | +2.06% | ||
| Turnout | 449,725 | ||||
| Republicanhold | Swing | ||||
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