1888 Louisiana gubernatorial election
The 1888 Louisiana gubernatorial election was the second election to take place under the Louisiana Constitution of 1879. As a result of this election Francis T. Nicholls was re-elected Governor of Louisiana. The election saw widespread intimidation of African Americans which guaranteed the election of the Democratic nominee.
Results
Popular Vote| Party | Candidate | Votes received | Percentage |
| Democratic | Francis T. Nicholls | 137,257 | 72.72% |
| Republican | Henry C. Warmoth | 51,471 | 27.28% |
| Total Vote | 188,728 |