1952 Ohio gubernatorial election

The 1952 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1952. Incumbent Democrat Frank Lausche defeated Republican nominee Charles Phelps Taft II with 55.90% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 6, 1952.

Candidates

 * Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor

Candidates

 * Charles Phelps Taft II, Cincinnati City Councilman
 * Thomas J. Herbert, former Governor
 * Roscoe R. Walcutt, State Senator

Candidates

 * Frank Lausche, Democratic
 * Charles Phelps Taft II, Republican