1918 Ohio gubernatorial election
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The 1918 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1918. Incumbent Democrat James M. Cox defeated Republican nominee Frank B. Willis in their third consecutive contest with 50.62% of the vote.
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November 5, 1918
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 County results Cox: 50â60% 60â70% Willis: 50â60% 60â70% | |||||||||||||||||
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General election
Candidates
- James M. Cox, Democratic
- Frank B. Willis, Republican
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Democratic | James M. Cox (incumbent) | 486,403 | 50.62% | ||
| Republican | Frank B. Willis | 474,459 | 49.38% | ||
| Majority | 11,944 | ||||
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| Democratic hold | Swing | ||||