1930_Idaho_gubernatorial_election

1930 Idaho gubernatorial election

1930 Idaho gubernatorial election

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The 1930 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 4. Democratic nominee C. Ben Ross, mayor of Pocatello, defeated Republican nominee John McMurray with 56.03% of the vote. Ross' victory broke a streak of six consecutive election wins (1918–28) by Republicans;[1][2] he was re-elected in 1932 and 1934.

For related races, see 1930 United States gubernatorial elections.

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General election

Candidates

  • C. Ben Ross, Democratic
  • John McMurray, Republican

Results

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References

  1. [1]
    "Ross sweeps into governor's chair; first Democrat picked in 12 years". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. November 5, 1930. p. 1.
  2. [2]
    "Ross must ride herd on G.O.P. legislature". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. November 6, 1930. p. 1.
  3. [3]
    Kalb, Deborah (December 24, 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. CQ Press. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
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