1970 Maine gubernatorial election
Campaign and results
An early poll conducted by the Dorr Research Corporation in Boston showed Erwin leading Curtis 46%–39%, with 15% undecided. The first debate between Curtis and Erwin was held on September 24, 1970, which was broadcast on Maine's Education Television Network.

1970 Maine gubernatorial election

Section Title: Campaign and results
Table Section Text: An early poll conducted by the Dorr Research Corporation in Boston showed Erwin leading Curtis 46%–39%, with 15% undecided. The first debate between Curtis and Erwin was held on September 24, 1970, which was broadcast on Maine's Education Television Network.

Party	Candidate	Votes	%	±

Democratic	Kenneth M. Curtis (Incumbent)	163,138	50.14%

Republican	James S. Erwin	162,248	49.86%

Majority	890	0.27%

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In 1970 Maine gubernatorial election, Curtis received 163,138 votes (50.14%), while Erwin had 162,248 votes (49.86%).

final_sentence: In 1970 Maine gubernatorial election, Curtis received 163,138 votes (50.14%), while Erwin had 162,248 votes (49.86%).