The 1841 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the election of John Morin Scott.[1]
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Electoral system
Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.[1]
Results
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
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| John Morin Scott | 5,658 | 54.66% | |
| Samuel Badger | 4,693 | 45.34% | |
| Total votes | 10,351 | ||