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| Nominations: Monday, 10 June 1872, Polling: Wednesday, 12 June 1872 | ||
| Candidate | Votes | Votes % |
|---|---|---|
| Oakes, George (Elected) | 1,994 | 53.07 |
| Wilson, John Bowie | 1,763 | 46.93 |
| Formal Votes | 3,757 | |
| Informal Votes | 0 | 0.00 |
| Total Votes / Turnout | 3,757 | 33.66 |
| Cause Category: LC Appointment | ||
| Notes: Saul Samuel appointed to the Legislative Council. | ||
| Source: SMH, report of nominations 11 June, p.3 col.1-4, results 13 June, p.5 col.4, including details of boxes. |