1874 Poole by-election

The 1874 Poole by-election was held on 26 May 1874. It was caused by the election being declared void on petition, after "corrupt conduct and treating". It was retained by Liberal MP, Evelyn Ashley.

1874 Poole by-election
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Liberal Evelyn Ashley 631 50.4 −4.5
Conservative Ivor Guest 622 49.6 +4.5
Majority 9 0.8 −9.0
Turnout 1,253 82.1 −2.1
Registered electors 1,526
Liberal hold Swing -4.5
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