1950 Ohio gubernatorial election
The 1950 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1950. Incumbent Democrat Frank Lausche defeated Republican nominee Don H. Ebright with 52.62% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 2, 1950.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor
- Clarence H. Knisley, former Ohio State Treasurer
- Joseph Torok Jr.
Republican primary
Candidates
- Don H. Ebright, Ohio State Treasurer
- Jim Rhodes, Mayor of Columbus
- Edward J. Hummel, former Ohio Secretary of State
- George V. Woodling
General election
Candidates
- Frank Lausche, Democratic
- Don H. Ebright, Republican