A special election was held in Maryland's 6th congressional district on October 2, 1811 to fill a vacancy left by the resignation of John Montgomery (DR) on April 29, 1811. [1]
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A special election was held in Maryland's 6th congressional district on October 2, 1811 to fill a vacancy left by the resignation of John Montgomery (DR) on April 29, 1811. [1]
| Candidate | Party | Votes [2] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevenson Archer | Democratic-Republican | 1,859 | 76.1% |
| William Hollingsworth | Federalist | 584 | 23.9% |
Archer took his seat on November 4, 1811 [1]
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