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The 1956 New Hampshire gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1956. Incumbent Republican Lane Dwinell defeated Democratic nominee John Shaw with 54.73% of the vote.
Primary elections were held on September 11, 1956. [1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Lane Dwinell (incumbent) | 38,734 | 53.13 | |
| Republican | Wesley Powell | 33,408 | 45.82 | |
| Republican | Elmer E. Bussey | 769 | 1.06 | |
| Total votes | 72,911 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Lane Dwinell (incumbent) | 141,578 | 54.73% | ||
| Democratic | John Shaw | 117,117 | 45.27% | ||
| Majority | 24,461 | ||||
| Turnout | 258,695 | ||||
| Republican hold | Swing | ||||
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