A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of the Clarence on 23 July 1863 because Clark Irving had been absent for an entire session without leave, having travelled to England seeking the foundation of a new Anglican Diocese of Grafton & Armidale.
Dates Date Event 27 June 1863 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and close of electoral rolls. 16 July 1863 Nominations 23 July 1863 Polling day, between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm 8 August 1863 Return of writ
Results
Clark Irving had been absent for an entire session without leave and was in England at the time of his nomination and the election.
See also Electoral results for the district of Clarence List of New South Wales state by-elections
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