Reuben N. (R.N.) Nelson Candidate
| Born: |
December 12, 1904 Rosholt, South Dakota Roberts County United States |
| Resided: |
Breckenridge,
Minnesota
Wilkin County |
| Death: | March 2, 1966 |
| Gender: | Man |
| Occupation: | Attorney |
| Political Party: | Nonpartisan (Liberal Caucus) |
| Offices Held: | Wilkin County Attorney (1943-1956). State Representative: HD 49 (1957-1963); HD 56 (1963-1966). |
| Notes: | Nelson served as Breckenridge City Attorney from 1932 to 1937. |
| Sources: | Minnesota Historical Society Death Certificate Index (1966-MN-007207). World War II Draft Registration Card (October 16, 1940). United States Census, 1950. The Minneapolis Star, December 19, 1956 (p. B1). |
60th Minnesota Legislative Manual, Minnesota Digital Library.
Election Details
| Number of state/federal offices sought | Number of campaigns | Number of winning campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Date | Election | Stage | Party | Votes | Percent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/1964 | State House, District 56 | General | Nonpartisan | 4,027 | 100.00% | Won |
| 11/06/1962 | State House, District 56 | General | Nonpartisan | 2,952 | 100.00% | Won |
| 11/08/1960 | State House, District 49 | General | Nonpartisan | 4,117 | 100.00% | Won |
| 11/04/1958 | State House, District 49 | General | Nonpartisan | 3,110 | 100.00% | Won |
| 11/06/1956 | State House, District 49 | General | Nonpartisan | 2,506 | 55.02% | Won |