The 1954 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1954. Incumbent Democrat Frank Lausche defeated Republican nominee Jim Rhodes with 54.10% of the vote. As of 2021, this is the last gubernatorial election where Van Wert County voted Democratic. Primary elections Primary elections were held on May 4, 1954. Democratic primary Candidates Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor Results Republican primary Candidates Jim Rhodes, Ohio State Auditor Results General election Candidates Frank Lausche, Democratic Jim Rhodes, Republican Results References 1954 Ohio Gubernatorial November 1954 events in the United States