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A referendum on amalgamation with Southern Rhodesia was held in Northern Rhodesia in February 1922 alongside Advisory Council elections. [1] The proposal was rejected by 82% of voters, who were generally in favour of the territory becoming a Crown colony with a Legislative Council. [1]
Amalgamation was supported by Francis Chaplin, who was Administrator of both Northern and Southern Rhodesia. [2] Opponents included Leopold Moore, a prominent politician and Advisory Council member. [2]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 310 | 17.95 |
| Against | 1,417 | 82.05 |
| Invalid/blank votes | – | |
| Total | 1,727 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | ||
| Source: Gelfand | ||
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