The 1896 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1896. Acting Governor Roger Wolcott, a Republican, was elected to a full term in office, defeating Democratic U.S. Representative George Fred Williams.
General election
Candidates
Thomas C. Brophy (Socialist Labor) Allen Coffin (Prohibition) Frederick O. Prince, former mayor of Boston (National Democratic) George F. Williams, former U.S. representative from Dedham and Democratic nominee for governor in 1895 (Democratic, Populist, and Independent) Roger Wolcott, lieutenant governor since 1893 (Republican)
Results
See also 1896 Massachusetts legislature
References