The 1901 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1901. Incumbent Republican George K. Nash defeated Democratic nominee James Kilbourne with 52.70% of the vote. General election Candidates Major party candidates George K. Nash, Republican James Kilbourne, Democratic Other candidates E. Jay Pinney, Prohibition Harry C. Thompson, Socialist John H.T. Juergens, Socialist Labor John Richardson, Union Reform Results References 1901 Ohio Gubernatorial