The 1930 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1930. Incumbent Republican

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defeated Democratic nominee Pierce Blewett with 73.62% of the vote.

Primary elections

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s were held on June 25, 1930.

Democratic primary

Candidates

*Pierce Blewett, Mayor of Jamestown * Frank O. Hellstrom,

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Warden *Fred L. Anderson

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

, incumbent Governor * Everett H. Brant,

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Results

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates *George F. Shafer, Republican *Pierce Blewett, Democratic Other candidates *Pat J. Barrett, Communist

Results

References

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North Dakota Gubernatorial