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1855 ballot measures
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Connecticut
See also: Connecticut 1855 ballot measures
October 1, 1855
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Voting requirements; Voter registration | Require a person to be able to read any article of the state constitution or any section of the statutes of the state before being admitted as an elector |
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17,370 (58%) |
12,544 (42%) |
Iowa
See also: Iowa 1855 ballot measures
April 2
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LRSS | Referendum 1 | Alcohol | Prohibits the sale and consumption of alcohol |  |
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