1858 Pensioner Settlements by-election
New Zealand by-election
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The Pensioner Settlements by-election 1858 was a by-election held in the multi-member Pensioner Settlements electorate during the 2nd New Zealand Parliament, on 29 April 1858.[1]
The by-election was caused by the resignation of incumbent MP Joseph Greenwood and was won by Jermyn Symonds.[1] On nomination day (28 April) Jermyn Symonds and Captain Balneavis were nominated, and after a show of hands in favour of Symonds, Balneavis demanded a poll. John Symonds was subsequently elected the following day.[2]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent | Jermyn Symonds | 262 | 52.6 | ||
| Independent | Captain Balneavis | 236 | 47.4 | ||
| Turnout | 498 | ||||
| Majority | 26 | ||||
