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Wisconsin 1866 ballot measures
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In 1866, voters decided on two statewide ballot measures in Wisconsin on November 6.
- One was a constitutional convention question,
- One was a legislatively referred state statute.
- Voters approved one (50%) and rejected one (50%).
On the ballot
November 6, 1866
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Modify the general banking law in regard to taxing shareholders |
|
49,714 (72%) |
19,151 (28%) |
|
| Question 2 | Approve holding a convention to revise the Wisconsin constitution |
|
22,431 (42%) |
30,862 (58%) |
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