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The 1836 Missouri gubernatorial election was held on August 1, 1836. Sitting Lt. Governor Lilburn Boggs, was elected over sitting Congressman (and former Lt. Governor) William Henry Ashley.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Lilburn Boggs | 14,315 | 52.30 | +1.45 | |
| Independent | William Henry Ashley | 13,057 | 47.70 | ||
| Majority | 1,258 | 4.60 | |||
| Turnout | 27,372 | 19.49 | |||
| Democratic hold | Swing | ||||
