1962 Idaho gubernatorial election
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Nominee Robert E. Smylie Vernon K. Smith
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 139,578 115,876
Percentage 54.64% 45.36%
County results
Smylie:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%
Smith:      50–60%      60–70%
Governor before election

Robert E. Smylie
Republican

Elected Governor

Robert E. Smylie
Republican

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The 1962 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 6; incumbent Republican Robert E. Smylie defeated Democratic nominee Vernon K. Smith with over 54.6% of the vote to win a third term as governor.[1][2]

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.[3][4][5][6][7]

Democratic primary

Candidates

Results

Democratic primary results[3]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Vernon K. Smith 35,574 43.13
Democratic Charles Herndon 18,072 21.91
Democratic John G. Walters 13,186 15.99
Democratic Howard D. Hechtner 7,952 9.64
Democratic Conley E. Ward 5,427 6.58
Democratic Clarence H. Higer 2,264 2.75
Total votes 82,475 100.00

Republican primary

Candidates

Results

Republican primary results[3]
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican Robert E. Smylie (incumbent) 37,761 57.22
Republican Elvin A. Lindquist 16,565 25.10
Republican George L. Crookham 11,669 17.68
Total votes 65,995 100.00

General election

Candidates

Results

1962 Idaho gubernatorial election[8]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Robert E. Smylie (incumbent) 139,578 54.64%
Democratic Vernon K. Smith 115,876 45.36%
Majority 23,702
Turnout 255,454
Republican hold Swing

References

  1. ^ "Smylie, Church, White win; Jordan leads". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. November 7, 1962. p. 1.
  2. ^ "Idaho election outcome termed repudiation of gambling issue". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. November 8, 1962. p. 1.
  3. ^ a b c Guide to U.S. elections - CQ Press, Congressional Quarterly, inc. CQ Press. 2005. ISBN 9781568029818. Retrieved February 24, 2019.
  4. ^ Jester, Earle L. (June 3, 1962). "Idaho campaign, marked by controversy over gambling, power and taxes, approaches finish". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. p. 5.
  5. ^ "Smith far ahead in Democratic governor race". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. June 6, 1962. p. 1.
  6. ^ "Pro-gambling Idahoan wins: Smith apparent Smylie opponent". Spokane Daily Chronicle. (Washington). Associated Press. June 6, 1962. p. 1.
  7. ^ "Smith's victory poses problem for Democrats". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. June 7, 1962. p. 1.
  8. ^ Cook, Rhodes (November 5, 2013). America Votes 30: 2011-2012, Election Returns by State - Rhodes Cook. CQ Press. ISBN 9781452290171. Retrieved February 24, 2019.
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