 In 1880, Godfrey was a candidate for presidential elector for the 5th congressional district, but the state voted for Republican James A. Garfield.He was again elected to the State Senate in 1881 and 1883, and served in the 65th and 66th General Assemblies, (1882-1886).Beginning in May, 1878, Godfrey was a member of the Board of Trustees of Ohio State University.