Earl B Ruth
U.S. House candidate
- Born
- February 7, 1916
- Died
- August 15, 1989
- Age at death
- 73
- Home state
- North Carolina
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1974
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Ruth46,500
Opponents61,591
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Elections run
Earl B Ruth (1916–1989), a Republican politician from North Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1974 U.S. House election in North Carolina's District 8 to W. G. Hefner, receiving 46,500 votes (43.02%).
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How many votes has Earl B Ruth received?
Earl B Ruth has received 46,500 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | U.S. HouseNorth Carolina | Lost | 46,50043.02% | W. G. Hefner |
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