1909 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1909 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1909. Incumbent Governor Republican Eben S. Draper was re-elected, defeating Democratic nominee James H. Vahey with 48.64% of the vote.

Candidates

 * James H. Vahey, former state senator and candidate for governor in 1908
 * John T. Coughlin, Mayor of Fall River

Results
At the Democratic state convention, held on September 30 at Faneuil Hall, Vahey defeated Coughlin by 384 votes to 198.

Candidates

 * Eben S. Draper, incumbent governor

Results
At the Republican state convention, held on October 2, Draper was re-nominated by acclamation.