1861 Wanganui by-election

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The 1861 Wanganui by-election was a by-election held on 5 July 1861 in the Wanganui electorate during the 3rd New Zealand Parliament.

The by-election was caused by the resignation of the incumbent, Henry Shafto Harrison, as he was a sheriff of the district. [1]

He was declared elected unopposed, as he was the only candidate nominated. He was not a supporter of the Fox Party so could mean the lack of support rather than a majority of one for William Fox. [2] [3]

References

  1. "House of Representatives". Nelson Examiner. 3 July 1861.
  2. "Untitled". Hawke's Bay Times. 25 July 1861.
  3. "Wanganui". Wellington Independent. 16 July 1861.