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October 3, 1961

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of State Senator James J. McBride (SD_33).

SD-33
Rex M. Cunningham	Democratic	31%	Loss
Robert J. "Bob" Lagomarsino	Republican	37.7%	Win
Bruce A. Thompson	Democratic	31.3%	Loss