Wisconsin 1912 ballot measures
In 1912, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Wisconsin on November 5.
- Three were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- One was a legislatively referred state statute.
- Voters approved three (75%) and rejected one (25%).
On the ballot
November 5, 1912
Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
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Question 1 | Extend the time cities and counties must repay debt for land from 20 to 50 years |
|
46,420 (57%) |
35,022 (43%) |
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Question 2 | Allow the state and cities to acquire land for public purposes |
|
48,425 (59%) |
33,885 (41%) |
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Question 3 | Allow the legislature to determine the pay periods of judges on the supreme and circuit courts |
|
44,861 (56%) |
34,886 (44%) |
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Question 4 | Provide for women's suffrage in state statute |
|
135,736 (37%) |
227,054 (63%) |
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