1856 Dallas municipal election

The 1856 Dallas municipal election was the first mayoral election in Dallas, Texas. The election was held on April 5, 1856. In the election, Dr. Samuel B. Pryor defeated challenger and eventual mayor A. D. Rice.[1]

Dallas municipal election, 1856
April, 5, 1856
 
Candidate Dr. Samuel B. Pryor A. D. Rice
Party Independent Independent
Popular vote 58 34
Percentage 63.1% 36.9%
Mayor before election

None (office created by the Dallas City Charter)

 Elected Mayor

Dr. Samuel B. Pryor
Independent

References
  1. "ElectMasterList.pdf" (PDF). City of Dallas. p. 5.
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