1950 Maine gubernatorial election

The 1950 Maine gubernatorial election took place on September 11, 1950. Incumbent Republican Governor Frederick G. Payne was seeking a second term, and faced off against Democratic challenger Earle S. Grant. Payne went on to win re-election by a wide margin.

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1950 Maine gubernatorial election

← 1948 September 11, 1950 1952 →

Nominee Frederick G. Payne Earle S. Grant Party Republican Democratic Popular vote 145,823 94,304 Percentage 60.73% 39.27%

County results Payne:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%

Governor before election Frederick G. Payne Republican Elected Governor Frederick G. Payne Republican

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