November 8, 1955
Special Election
Special Election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of State Senator Clarence C. Ward (SD-31).
| SD-31 | |||
| John James "Jack" Hollister Jr. | Democratic | 52.8% | Win |
| Stanley T. Tomlinson | Republican | 47.2% | Loss |
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