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The1856 Philadelphia mayoral election was held on May 6, 1856.[1] TheDemocratic candidateRichard Vaux defeated theKnow Nothing candidateHenry Dunning Moore.[2]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Richard Vaux | 29,534 | 53.45 | |
| Know Nothing | Henry Dunning Moore | 25,445 | 46.05 | |
| Republican | William B. Thomas | 280 | 0.51 | |
| Total votes | 55,259 | 100.00 | ||