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Domestic News
June 9, 1823
The Alexandria Herald
Alexandria, Virginia
What is this article about?
In Charleston, an election for state legislature representation resulted in a tie between Arthur Middleton Jr. and William Aiken, each receiving 683 votes on October 26-27, necessitating a new election.
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ELECTION.
An extraordinary election incident took place at Charleston a few days ago. A vacancy had occurred in the representation of the city of Charleston in the state legislature, and ARTHUR MIDDLETON, jr. (well known in our city) was a candidate, in opposition to WILLIAM AIKEN. Much interest was taken in the election by the friends of both parties. The election took place on the 26th and 27th ult. and the votes being counted on the next day, it appeared that there were for A. Middleton jr, 683 votes: for William Aiken 683 votes; being a larger number of votes than usually taken on such occasions. In consequence of the number of votes for each being equal, the managers declared that there was no choice, and a new election becomes necessary.
Nat. Int.
An extraordinary election incident took place at Charleston a few days ago. A vacancy had occurred in the representation of the city of Charleston in the state legislature, and ARTHUR MIDDLETON, jr. (well known in our city) was a candidate, in opposition to WILLIAM AIKEN. Much interest was taken in the election by the friends of both parties. The election took place on the 26th and 27th ult. and the votes being counted on the next day, it appeared that there were for A. Middleton jr, 683 votes: for William Aiken 683 votes; being a larger number of votes than usually taken on such occasions. In consequence of the number of votes for each being equal, the managers declared that there was no choice, and a new election becomes necessary.
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What sub-type of article is it?
Politics
What keywords are associated?
Charleston Election
Vote Tie
Middleton
Aiken
State Legislature
What entities or persons were involved?
Arthur Middleton, Jr.
William Aiken
Where did it happen?
Charleston
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Charleston
Event Date
26th And 27th Ult.
Key Persons
Arthur Middleton, Jr.
William Aiken
Outcome
tie with 683 votes each; no choice declared; new election necessary
Event Details
Vacancy in Charleston state legislature representation; Arthur Middleton Jr. opposed William Aiken; high interest; votes counted next day showing equal votes; larger than usual turnout.