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Daniel Haines
Daniel Haines (January 6, 1801 – January 26, 1877) was an American politician, jurist and lawyer. He was the 14th Governor of New Jersey.
Haines was born in New York City, the nephew of Governor Aaron Ogden. He graduated from The College of New Jersey (now Princeton) in 1820, and went on to practice law in Newton and Hamburg. 
He started his career in politics as a local supporter of Andrew Jackson in the 1824 presidential election. He won election to
1847 New Jersey gubernatorial election
The 1847 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1847. Democratic nominee Daniel Haines defeated Whig nominee William Wright with 51.88% of the vote.
General election.
General election Candidates.
- Daniel Haines, Democratic
- William Wright, Whig