1934 Nevada gubernatorial election
The 1934 Nevada gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1934. Democratic nominee Richard Kirman Sr. defeated incumbent Republican Morley Griswold with 53.94% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 4, 1934.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Richard Kirman Sr., former Mayor of Reno
- Harley A. Harmon, Chairman of the Nevada Public Service Commission
- John A. Cooper
- Archie C. Grant
- Maurice J. Sullivan, former Lieutenant Governor
- Charles L. Richards, former U.S. Representative
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates- Richard Kirman Sr., Democratic
- Morley Griswold, Republican
- Lindley C. Branson, Independent