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The1887 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the election Edwin Henry Fitler. This was the first Philadelphia mayoral election to a 4-year term.[1] Previously, since1862, mayoral elections had been for three-year terms.[1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Edwin Henry Fitler | 90,211 | 59.17% | |
| Democratic | George deBenneville Keim | 62,263 | 40.84% | |
| Turnout | 152,474 | |||