1874 Preston by-election explained

The 1874 Preston by-election was fought on 24 April 1874. The by-election was fought due to the incumbent Conservative MP, John Holker, becoming Solicitor General for England and Wales. It was retained by the incumbent.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Book: Craig, F. W. S. . F. W. S. Craig . British parliamentary election results 1832–1885 . 1 . 1977 . Macmillan . London . 271.