1881 St Ives by-election

The 1881 St Ives by-election was fought on 11 April 1881. The by-election was fought due to the death of the incumbent Liberal MP, Sir Charles Reed.[1] The seat was gained by the Conservatives.

St Ives by-election, 1881
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Conservative Charles Campbell Ross 462 56.2 +8.8
Liberal William Cole Pendarves 360 43.8 −8.8
Majority 102 12.4 N/A
Turnout 822 81.2 −0.4
Registered electors 1,012
Conservative gain from Liberal Swing +8.8

References

  1. ^ "St Ives Election. Return Of Mr C C Ross". The Cornishman. No. 144. 14 April 1881. p. 8.


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