1869 Wigtown Burghs by-election explained

The 1869 Wigtown Burghs by-election was held on 4 January 1869. The by-election was held due to the incumbent Liberal MP, George Young, becoming Solicitor General for Scotland. It was retained by Young who was unopposed.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Craig, F. W. S. . F. W. S. Craig . British parliamentary election results 1832–1885 . 1 . 1977 . Macmillan . London . 563.

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