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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.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Vernon K. Smith, Boise attorney
• Charles Herndon, Salmon attorney
• John G. Walters, Boise, former state land commissioner
• Howard D. Hechtner, Lapwai state senator
• Conley E. Ward, Marsing schoolteacher
• Clarence H. Higer, Emmett state legislator

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

• Robert E. Smylie, two-term incumbent governor
• Elvin A. Lindquist, Blackfoot mayor
• George L. Crookham, Caldwell state legislator

Results

General election

Candidates

• Robert E. Smylie, Republican
• Vernon K. Smith, Democratic

Results

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. ^ 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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