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.
Republican nomination Candidates Eben S. Draper, incumbent governor
Results At the Republican state convention, held on October 2, Draper was re-nominated by acclamation.
Democratic nomination Candidates John T. Coughlin, mayor of Fall River James H. Vahey, former state senator and candidate for governor in 1908
Results At the Democratic state convention, held on September 30 at Faneuil Hall, Vahey defeated Coughlin by 384 votes to 198.
General election Results Governor
Lieutenant governor
See also 1909 Massachusetts legislature
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