For related races, see 1958 United States gubernatorial elections.
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The 1958 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1958. Incumbent Republican John E. Davis defeated Democratic nominee John F. Lord with 53.10% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 24, 1958.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- John F. Lord, attorney
- Art Ford Sr.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic–NPL | John F. Lord | 26,447 | 55.42 | |
| Democratic–NPL | Art Ford Sr. | 21,271 | 44.58 | |
| Total votes | 47,718 | 100.00 | ||
Republican primary
Candidates
- John E. Davis, incumbent Governor
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | John E. Davis (inc.) | 93,595 | 100.00 | |
| Total votes | 93,595 | 100.00 | ||
General election
Candidates
- John E. Davis, Republican
- John F. Lord, Democratic
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | John E. Davis (inc.) | 111,836 | 53.10% | ||
| Democratic–NPL | John F. Lord | 98,763 | 46.90% | ||
| Majority | 13,073 | ||||
| Turnout | 210,599 | ||||
| Republican hold | Swing | ||||
References
- ^ "Primary Election" (PDF). North Dakota Secretary of State. 1958. Retrieved July 4, 2019.
- "General Election" (PDF). North Dakota Secretary of State. 1958. Retrieved July 4, 2019.