The 1954 Nevada gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1954. Incumbent

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Charles H. Russell defeated Democratic nominee and former Governor Vail M. Pittman on a re-match with 53.10% of the vote.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 1, 1954.

Democratic primary

Candidates

* Vail M. Pittman, former

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*Archie C. Grant *Thomas B. Mechling *Merrill Inch *Simon W. Conwell

Results

General election

Candidates

*Charles H. Russell, Republican *Vail M. Pittman, Democratic

Results

References

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