Early Political Career in Oregon
Upon returning to Oregon, Thayer established a successful law firm in the city of East Portland. At this time, he became an active member of the Democratic Party. During the 1876 Hayes-Tilden Presidential Election dispute, Thayer was a member of the legal team which challenged the certification of J. W. Watts, a Republican elector for Rutherford B. Hayes. Although successful, this challenge did not help Samuel Tilden prevail in the Electoral College.
Still appreciative of his assistance in the Watts Case, the Oregon State Democratic Party nominated Thayer for Governor in 1878. Thayer would win narrowly, by a margin of 59 votes.
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