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1828 Arkansas Territory's at-large congressional district special election

The 1828 Arkansas Territory at-large congressional district special election was held on December 15, 1828, following the death of Henry W. Conway, who had served as the Democratic-Republican Party delegate to Congress from Arkansas Territory since 1823. The position was for the territory's lone to the United States House of Representatives.

Vacancy

Delegate Henry Conway died from a wound sustained in a duel with Robert Crittenden on October 29, 1827.

Setting

Following Conway's death, Governor of Arkansas Territory George Izard issued a proclamation calling for a special election on the third Monday in December 1828.

Candidates

Five candidates announced for the position, with two later withdrawing.

Declined

Election

Results

References