Republicans Win State Ticket and Legislature by Large Margins
The Republican state ticket carried the state with increased pluralities and the party gained control of the legislature by a large margin. Governor Beeckman was re-elected by 13 489 votes, up from 9 462 two years earlier. O'Shaunessy defeated Dixon in the race for state office. The presidential vote totals were Hughes 44 159 and Wilson 39 353.
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George F. O’shaunessy
William Lonnery
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New York State
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Rhode Island Election Results Highlight Key Races
The article reports on Rhode Island statewide results, noting Beeckman’s governor win by 13,489, San Souci and Parker victories, and Gerry defeating Lippitt by 709 for U.S. Senator. It covers district contests, party tallies, dry versus wet town shifts, mayoral outcomes in Providence and Pawtucket, and regional notes from Newport, Bristol, and Barrington.
Beeckman Maintains Lead By Narrow Margin
Beeckman wins with a 163 plurality over SoLa Herick in a close local race. Two years ago Beeckman led Quinn by 135, showing a similar edge in the latest counts.
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