1873 Lyttelton by-election

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The by-election for Lyttelton in 1873 was a by-election held in the Lyttelton electorate during the 5th Parliament of New Zealand, on 19 May 1873.

It was held because John Thomas Peacock was appointed to the New Zealand Legislative Council. Peacock's brother-in-law, Henry Richard Webb, won the election.

Results

1873 Lyttelton by-election [1]
PartyCandidateVotes%±%
Independent Henry Richard Webb 122 51.48
Independent Hugh Murray-Aynsley 11548.52
Turnout 237
Majority 72.95

References

  1. "Lyttelton Election". The Star . No. 1634. 20 May 1873. p. 3. Retrieved 18 April 2010.