The 1990 West Virginia State Treasurer special election took place on November 6, 1990, to elect the West Virginia State Treasurer.
The election was held to complete the unexpired term of A. James Manchin, who resigned on July 9, 1989 amid a controversy over bad investments. That same day, Democratic governor Gaston Caperton appointed Democratic State Senator of the 2nd district Thomas E. Loehr to fill the vacancy. Loehr chose not to contest the election.
Democratic nominee and former State Treasurer Larrie Bailey won the election, beating Republican nominee and certified public accountant Elvin F. Martin, 62.1% to 37.9%
Democratic primary Candidates Nominee Larrie Bailey, former state treasurer (1977–1985)
Eliminated in primary Dee Kessel Caperton, ex-wife of governor Gaston Caperton and former member of the West Virginia House of Delegates Marie Prezioso, investment banker Eugene A. Knotts, Wood County assessor
Declined Thomas E. Loehr, incumbent state treasurer
Results
Republican primary Candidates Nominee Elvin F. Martin, certified public accountant
Results
General election
Results
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