On October 13, 1840, the same day as thegeneral elections for the 27th Congress, aspecial election was held inPennsylvania's 22nd congressional district to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation ofRichard Biddle (AM).[1]
| Candidate | Party | Votes[1] | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry M. Brackenridge | Whig | 6,858 | 61.5% |
| William Wilkins | Democratic | 4,297 | 38.5% |
Brackenridge took office on December 10, 1840.[2]
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