The 1906 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1906. Democratic nominee James H. Higgins defeated incumbent Republican George H. Utter with 49.92% of the vote. General election Candidates Major party candidates James H. Higgins, Democratic George H. Utter, Republican Other candidates Bernan E. Helme, Prohibition Warren A. Carpenter, Socialist David J. Moran, Socialist Labor Results References 1906 Rhode Island Gubernatorial