1916 Utah gubernatorial election
The 1916 Utah gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1916. Democratic nominee Simon Bamberger defeated Republican nominee Nephi L. Morris with 55.12% of the vote. It was the first time a Democrat was elected governor of the state.
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates- Simon Bamberger, Democratic & Progressive
- Nephi L. Morris, Republican
- F. M. McHugh, Socialist