1871 City of Auckland West by-election

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The 1871 City of Auckland West by-election was a by-election held on 1 September 1871 in the City of Auckland West electorate during the 5th New Zealand Parliament. It was then a two-member electorate.

The by-election was caused by the resignation of the incumbent, John Williamson. His earlier election had been declared invalid, as he held the position of Commissioner of Crown Lands. [1]

John Williamson was re-elected unopposed. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "City West Nomination". Daily Southern Cross . 2 September 1871 via Papers Past.
  2. "Election for City West". Auckland Star . 1 September 1871 via Papers Past.
  3. "City West Election". Auckland Star . 26 August 1871 via Papers Past.