Michigan 1914 ballot measures
In 1914, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Michigan on November 3.
- One was an initiated constitutional amendment.
- Three were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (25%) and rejected three (75%).
On the ballot
November 3, 1914
Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Absentee Voting Amendment | Revise provisions of the constitution relative to absentee voting |
|
190,510 (52%) |
175,948 (48%) |
|
Bonds for Drains and Agricultural Lands Amendment | Allow counties to issue bonds for the construction of drains and the improvement of agricultural lands |
|
165,290 (45%) |
199,873 (55%) |
|
Bonds for Public Wagon Roads Amendment | Allow the state to issue bonds for the improvement of public wagon roads |
|
164,333 (45%) |
202,087 (55%) |
|
Regulation of Fraternal Beneficiary Societies Initiative | Revise provisions relating to the regulation of fraternal beneficiary societies |
|
92,392 (24%) |
291,776 (76%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1914 ballot measures
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