A special election was held in Maryland's 3rd congressional district to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of William Pinkney (P) due to questions of ineligibility due to his residence [1]
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A special election was held in Maryland's 3rd congressional district to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of William Pinkney (P) due to questions of ineligibility due to his residence [1]
| Candidate | Party | Votes [2] | Percent |
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| John Francis Mercer | Anti-Administration | 313 | 100% |
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