1919 Maryland gubernatorial election

The 1919 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1919. Democratic nominee Albert Ritchie defeated Republican nominee Harry Nice, receiving 49.06% of the vote.
With a margin of 0.07%, this remains the closest gubernatorial election in Maryland history.

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

Albert Ritchie, Democratic
Harry Nice, Republican

Other candidates

Arthur L. Blessing, Socialist
Robert W. Stevens, Independent