A special election was held in on September 8, 1823, to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of William Eustis (DR) prior to the start of the 18th Congress.
| Candidate | Party | Votes[1] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Bailey | Adams-Clay Republican | 996 | 59.0% |
| John Ames | Federalist | 567 | 33.6% |
| Sher Leland | 126 | 7.5% |
Bailey was subsequently declared not eligible for his seat, vacating his seat on March 18, 1824.[2] Another special election was held which re-elected Bailey.