Two special elections were held in Kentucky's 11th congressional district in 1827 to fill a single vacancy.
Two special elections were held in Kentucky's 11th congressional district in 1827 to fill a single vacancy.
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| Candidate | Party | Votes [2] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Calhoon | Anti-Jacksonian | 2,290 | 57.6% |
| Thomas Chilton | Jacksonian | 1,685 | 42.4% |
The vote of one county had been thrown out, giving the election to Calhoon. By mutual agreement of both candidates, Calhoon subsequently resigned, and both Calhoon and Chilton petitioned the Governor to call a new election, [1] which was held on December 20, 1827.
| Candidate | Party | Votes [3] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Chilton | Jacksonian | 3,146 | 50.7% |
| John Calhoon | Anti-Jacksonian | 3,063 | 49.3% |
Chilton took his seat on January 11, 1828 [1]
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