1954 Wyoming gubernatorial election explained

Election Name:1954 Wyoming gubernatorial election
Country:Wyoming
Type:presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1950 Wyoming gubernatorial election
Previous Year:1950
Next Election:1958 Wyoming gubernatorial election
Next Year:1958
Image1:File:Milwardsimpson.jpg
Nominee1:Milward Simpson
Party1:Republican Party (United States)
Popular Vote1:56,275
Percentage1:50.50%
Party2:Democratic Party (United States)
Nominee2:William M. Jack
Popular Vote2:55,163
Percentage2:49.50%
Map Size:250px
Governor
Before Election:Clifford Joy Rogers
Before Party:Republican Party (United States)
After Election:Milward Simpson
After Party:Republican Party (United States)

The 1954 Wyoming gubernatorial election took place on November 2, 1954. Incumbent Republican Governor Clifford Joy Rogers ran for a full term as Governor of Wyoming after Frank A. Barrett was elected to the U.S. Senate, but lost the nomination to former State Representative Milward Simpson. Simpson narrowly defeated Democratic former Secretary of State William Jack in the general election.

Democratic primary

Candidates

Republican primary

Candidates

Notes and References

  1. News: April 4, 1954. Dexter Will Seek Dem Bid For Governor. Casper Star-Tribune. Casper, Wyo.. 2.
  2. News: April 5, 1954. Mockler Hints He Will Enter Governor Race. Casper Star-Tribune. Casper, Wyo.. 10.
  3. News: August 9, 1954. Bartling Says Glendo Dam Camp Should Be at Glendo. Casper Star-Tribune. Casper, Wyo.. 3.
  4. News: January 24, 1954. Bishop Will Seek Post Of Governor. Casper Star-Tribune. Casper, Wyo.. 1.
  5. News: March 18, 1954. Wardell Clinger To Run For Governor. Jackson Hole Guide. Jackson, Wyo.. 6.