1893 Macleay colonial by-election explained

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Macleay on 29 May 1893 because of the resignation of Otho Dangar due to insolvency.[1]

Dates

Date Event
5 May 1893Otho Dangar resigned.
8 May 1893Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2]
22 May 1893Nominations.[3]
29 May 1893Polling day
5 June 1893Return of writ

Result

The by-election was caused by the resignation of Otho Dangar due to bankruptcy.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Mr Otho Orde Dangar (1842-1923) . 790 . Yes . 16 June 2019 .
  2. News: Writ of election: Macleay . . 303 . 8 May 1893 . 2020-10-10 . 3579 . Trove.
  3. News: The Macleay nomination . . 23 May 1893 . 23 April 2021 . 5 . Trove.