1885 Swiss constitutional referendum
Vote on constitutional amendments regarding alcohol and economic policy
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A constitutional referendum was held in Switzerland on 25 October 1885.[1] The constitutional amendments were approved by 59% of voters and a majority of cantons.[1]
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25 October 1885
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Federal decree regarding the partial amendment of the Federal Constitution of the Swiss Confederation (economy and alcohol issue) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Background
Results
| Choice | Popular vote | Cantons | |||
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| Votes | % | Full | Half | Total | |
| For | 230,250 | 59.4 | 13 | 4 | 15 |
| Against | 157,463 | 40.6 | 6 | 2 | 7 |
| Invalid/blank votes | â | â | â | â | |
| Total | 387,713 | 100 | 19 | 6 | 22 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 641,689 | â | â | â | |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | |||||
