On August 9, 1820, William Woodbridge, the first delegate for Michigan Territory , resigned, after having served since March 2, 1820. [1] A special election was held to fill the resulting vacancy.
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On August 9, 1820, William Woodbridge, the first delegate for Michigan Territory , resigned, after having served since March 2, 1820. [1] A special election was held to fill the resulting vacancy.
| Candidate | Votes [2] | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Solomon Sibley | 213 | 41.4% |
| Augustus B. Woodward | 206 | 40.0% |
| James MacCloskey | 89 | 17.3% |
| Jonathan R. Williams | 7 | 1.4% |
Sibley took his seat on November 20, 1820. [3]
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