September 19, 1881
Succession Election
Succession to fill the vacancy created by the death of President James Garfield.
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| Chester A. Arthur | Republican | Win | |
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 September 19, 1881Succession ElectionSuccession to fill the vacancy created by the death of President James Garfield. 
 
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