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The 1916 Utah gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1916. Democratic nominee Simon Bamberger defeated Republican nominee Nephi L. Morris with 55.12% of the vote. It was the first time a Democrat was elected governor of the state.

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

  • Simon Bamberger, Democratic
  • Nephi L. Morris, Republican

Other candidates

  • F. M. McHugh, Socialist

Results

1916 Utah gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Democratic Simon Bamberger 78,502 55.12%
Republican Nephi L. Morris 59,529 41.80%
Socialist F. M. McHugh 4,391 3.08%
Majority 18,973
Turnout
Democratic gain from Republican Swing

References

  1. ^ Kalb, Deborah (December 24, 2015). Guide to U.S. Elections. ISBN 9781483380353. Retrieved June 26, 2020.
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