Election
1970 New Hampshire gubernatorial election|
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County results
Peterson: 40–50% 50–60% 60–70% Crowley: 50–60% |
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The 1970 New Hampshire gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970.
Incumbent Republican Governor Walter R. Peterson Jr. defeated Democratic nominee Roger J. Crowley with 45.99% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 8, 1970.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Roger J. Crowley, former State Commissioner of Resources and Economic Development[1]
- Dennis J. Sullivan, Mayor of Nashua[1]
- Charles F. Whittemore, former State Commissioner of Health and Welfare[1]
Results
Republican primary
Candidates
Results