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November 26, 1859

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancy created by the death of Assemblyman-elect Thomas Robertson (AD-18).

AD-18
A. B. Bates 5.1% Loss
John Conness Anti-Lecompton Democratic 55.5% Win
A. D. Rock 39.5% Loss