Dover by-election, 1871

The Dover by-election of 1871 was held on 25 November 1871. The byelection was held due to the incumbent Liberal MP, George Jessel, becoming Solicitor General for England and Wales. It was retained by Jessel with a reduced majority[1] There was a riot following the result.[2]

Dover by-election, 1871[3]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Liberal George Jessel 1,231
Conservative Mr. Barnett 1,143
Majority
Turnout
Liberal hold Swing


References

  1. ↑ By-Elections in British Politics, 1832-1914
  2. ↑ "Dover Election". Glasgow Herald. 27 November 1871. Retrieved 6 October 2016 – via British Newspaper Archive. (subscription required (help)).
  3. ↑ "Dover Election". Glasgow Herald. 27 November 1871. Retrieved 6 October 2016 – via British Newspaper Archive. (subscription required (help)).


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