Ernest R. (Ernie) Orchard Candidate
| Born: |
February 12, 1911 Marquette, Michigan Marquette County United States |
| Resided: |
Duluth,
Minnesota
Saint Louis County |
| Death: | October 3, 1969 |
| Gender: | Man |
| Occupation: | Minister, Salvation Army |
| Political Party: | Republican |
| Notes: | Orchard was a Major in the Salvation Army. |
| Sources: | Minnesota Historical Society Death Certificate Index (1969-MN-027872). World War II Draft Registration Card (October 16, 1940). United States Census, 1950. The St. Cloud Daily Times, January 14, 1952 (p. 5). |
Election Details
| Number of state/federal offices sought | Number of campaigns | Number of winning campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 2 |
| Date | Election | Stage | Party | Votes | Percent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/1954 | U.S. House, District 08 | General | Republican | 35,241 | 28.19% | Lost |
| 09/14/1954 | U.S. House, District 08 | Primary | Republican | 15,998 | 100.00% | Won |
| 11/04/1952 | U.S. House, District 08 | General | Republican | 54,756 | 37.45% | Lost |
| 09/09/1952 | U.S. House, District 08 | Primary | Republican | 19,822 | 72.53% | Won |