1877 Williams colonial by-election explained

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of The Williams on 12 February 1877 because of the resignation of William Watson.[1]

Dates

Date Event
16 January 1877William Watson resigned from parliament.
17 January 1877Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2]
5 February 1877Nominations in Dungog
12 February 1877Polling day
23 February 1877Return of writ

Candidates

Result

William Watson resigned.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Mr William (Bourn Russell) Watson (1815-1877) . 424 . Yes . 1 May 2019.
  2. News: Writ of election: The Williams . . 23 . 17 January 1877 . 2021-06-06 . 223 . Trove.