- Source: 1840 Boston mayoral election
The 1840 Boston mayoral election saw the reelection of Whig Party incumbent Jonathan Chapman. It was held on December 14, 1840.
Chapman's two-to-one share of the vote was considered a large victory.
Campaign
Incumbent mayor Jonathan Chapman was the Whig Party candidate. Charles Gordon Greene was the Democratic Party/tory nominee. Very little campaigning occurred by either party, save for in a few competitive wards.
Results
See also
List of mayors of Boston, Massachusetts