1869 Clare by-election

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The 1869 Clare by-election was fought on 5 January 1869. The by-election was fought due to the incumbent Liberal MP, Sir Colman O'Loghlen, becoming Judge Advocate General. It was retained by O'Loghlen who was unopposed.

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