1962 Idaho gubernatorial election

The 1962 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 6; incumbent Republican Robert E. Smylie defeated Democratic nominee Vernon K. Smith with over 54.6% of the vote to win a third term as governor.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Vernon K. Smith, Boise attorney
• Charles Herndon, Salmon attorney
• John G. Walters, Boise, former state land commissioner
• Howard D. Hechtner, Lapwai state senator
• Conley E. Ward, Marsing schoolteacher
• Clarence H. Higer, Emmett state legislator

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

• Robert E. Smylie, two-term incumbent governor
• Elvin A. Lindquist, Blackfoot mayor
• George L. Crookham, Caldwell state legislator

Results

General election

Candidates

• Robert E. Smylie, Republican
• Vernon K. Smith, Democratic

Results

References