1884 Monaro colonial by-election
By-election in New South Wales, Australia
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A by-election was held in the New South Wales state electoral district of Monaro on 18 July 1884. No poll was held as David Ryrie was the only candidate nominated.[1] The by-election was triggered by the resignation of Robert Tooth.[2]
Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 8 July 1884 | Robert Tooth resigned.[2] |
| 9 July 1884 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[3] |
| 18 July 1884 | Day of nomination at Cooma |
| 24 July 1884 | Polling day |
| 2 August 1884 | Return of writ |
Result
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Ryrie (elected) | unopposed | ||
