1899 Swedish general election

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General elections were held in Sweden on 22 September 1899.[1] The Lantmanna Party received a majority of the vote. Erik Gustaf Boström remained Prime Minister.

Example of ballot paper used for election

Campaign

The Liberals and the Swedish Social Democratic Party ran joint lists in some constituencies.[2]

Results

Only 25% of the male population aged over 21 was eligible to vote.[1] Voter turnout was 40%.[1]

More information Party, Votes ...
PartyVotes%Seats+/–
Lantmanna Party72,80053.16137+39
Liberals64,14546.8492+19
Swedish Social Democratic Party10
Total136,945100.002300
Registered voters/turnout339,876–
Source: Mackie & Rose[2]
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