The 1952 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1952. Incumbent Democrat Frank Lausche defeated Republican nominee Charles Phelps Taft II with 55.90% of the vote.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on May 6, 1952.

Democratic primary

Candidates

  • Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

  • Charles Phelps Taft II, Cincinnati City Councilman
  • Thomas J. Herbert, former Governor
  • Roscoe R. Walcutt, State Senator

Results

General election

Candidates

  • Frank Lausche, Democratic
  • Charles Phelps Taft II, Republican

Results

References


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