The 1846 Illinois gubernatorial election was held on August 3, 1846. Democrat Augustus C. French defeated Whig nominee Thomas M. Kilpatrick, for the office. Richard Eels of the Liberty Party came in a distant third. The term was cut short, and lasted only half the normal length. This synchronized the gubernatorial election with the election for president. This would be the last Gubernatorial election held during midterms until 1978.
General election
Candidates
Richard Eells, Quincy physician and abolitionist (Liberty) Augustus C. French, former state representative from Palestine (Democratic) Thomas M. Kilpatrick (Whig)
Results
See also 1846 Illinois lieutenant gubernatorial election
References Illinois Blue Book 1899