1865 Newfoundland general election

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The 1865 Newfoundland general election was held on 7 November 1865 to elect members of the 9th General Assembly of Newfoundland in Newfoundland Colony. The Conservative Party led by Frederick Carter formed the government.

Results by party

  Party Leader 1861 Seats won % change Popular vote (%)
Conservative Frederick Carter 15 22 +46.7%
Liberal
Ambrose Shea 13 8 -38.5%
Vacant 2 - -100%
Totals 30 30

Elected members

References

  • "Journal of the House of Assembly of Newfoundland : anno vigesimo nono Victoriæ Reginæ ... first session of the ninth General Assembly". 1866. pp. 1–3. Retrieved 20 October 2009.