1962 Idaho gubernatorial election

The 1962 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1962. Incumbent Republican Robert E. Smylie defeated Democratic nominee Vernon K. Smith with 54.64% of the vote.

1962 Idaho gubernatorial election
November 6, 1962
 
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

Elections in Idaho

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.[1]

Democratic primary

Candidates
  • Vernon K. Smith
  • Charles Herndon
  • John G. Walters
  • Howard D. Hechtner
  • Conley E. Ward
  • Clarence H. Higer

Results
Democratic primary results[1]
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[1]
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican Robert E. Smylie 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
  • Robert E. Smylie, Republican
  • Vernon K. Smith, Democratic

Results
1962 Idaho gubernatorial election[2]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Republican Robert E. Smylie 139,578 54.64%
Democratic Vernon K. Smith 115,876 45.36%
Majority 23,702
Turnout 255,454
Republican hold Swing
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References
  1. "Guide to U.S. elections - CQ Press, Congressional Quarterly, inc". Books.google.com. Retrieved 2019-02-24.
  2. "America Votes 30: 2011-2012, Election Returns by State - Rhodes Cook". Books.google.com. Retrieved 2019-02-24.
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