1861 Camden colonial by-election
By-election in New South Wales, Australia
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A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Camden on 15 August 1861 because John Douglas resigned as he was intending to move to Queensland.[1]
Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 17 July 1861 | John Douglas resigned. |
| 30 July 1861 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2] |
| 15 August 1861 | Nominations at Camden.[3] |
| 20 August 1861 | Polling day between 8 am and 4 pm. |
| 29 August 1861 | Return of writ |
Polling places
Results
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Bell (elected) | unopposed | ||