Lerwick Town Council Election November 1889
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The 1889 Lerwick Town Council Election occurred on Tuesday 9 November, with the voting taking place at Burgh Court Room between 8am and 8pm. Nine candidates came forward to contest the five seats
Results
Electorate:
Turnout:
| Candidate | Votes | Elected? |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Hunter | 278 | |
| Gilbert Harrison | 277 | |
| Francis Halcrow | 260 | |
| George Kay | 223 | |
| John Leisk | 217 | |
| James Cullen Grierson | 111 | |
| James Hutchinson | 102 | |
| Laurence Mouat | 92 | |
| Archibald John Garriock | 90 | |