Missouri 1916 ballot measures
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In 1916, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Missouri on November 7.
- Two of the measures were initiated constitutional amendment.
- One of the measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (33%) and rejected two (66%) measures.
On the ballot
November 7, 1916
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amendment 1 | Public assistance | Authorize the General Assembly to create a pension for the blind |
|
385,627 (59%) |
272,908 (41%) |
|
| Amendment 2 | Agriculture; Administrative organization; Public land; Banking | Authorize the General Assembly to create a Missouri State Land Bank |
|
296,964 (46%) |
346,443 (54%) |
|
| Amendment 3 | Alcohol | Abolish all production, sale, and consumption of alcohol |
|
294,288 (41%) |
416,826 (59%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Missouri
- Types of ballot measures in Missouri
- List of Missouri ballot measures
- 1916 ballot measures
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