Olney Arnold

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Olney Arnold

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Olney Arnold was born in 1861 in Cumberland, Rhode Island. He began his career in public service, serving as a member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives. Arnold spent nearly five years as the United States Ambassador to Egypt, presenting his credentials and assuming the role in 1914 before leaving the position in 1916. His career was tragically cut short when he died later that year.

Campaigns
1909: Rhode Island State Governor

Election History

1909 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

25,338 votes (38.92%)

Loss

Winner: Aram J. Pothier

1908: Rhode Island State Governor

Election History

1908 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

31,406 votes (42.72%)

Loss

Winner: Aram J. Pothier

1872: Rhode Island State Governor

Election History

1872 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

8,308 votes (46.75%)

Loss

Winner: Seth Padelford