The 1904 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1904. Incumbent Republican Governor John L. Bates ran for a third term, but was defeated by Democratic nominee William L. Douglas.
General election
Candidates
- John Quincy Adams (Socialist)
- John L. Bates, incumbent Governor since 1903 (Republican)
- Michael T. Berry (Socialist Labor)
- Oliver W. Cobb (Prohibition)
- William L. Douglas, Brockton shoe manufacturer and former State Representative (Democratic)
Results
See also
- 1904 Massachusetts legislature
References
Bibliography
Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth (1910). Election Statistics, 1904. Boston, MA: Wright & Potter Printing Co., State Printers.



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