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1893 Bulgarian parliamentary election

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Parliamentary elections were held in Bulgaria on 30 July 1893.[1] Following changes to the constitution earlier in the year, the number of members of the National Assembly was reduced.[1]

The elections were marred by riots in Peshtera, where attempts were made to steal the ballot boxes and assault the presiding officer.[2] Violence also occurred in Belogradchik, where attempts were made to prevent the polling station closing until supporters of one candidate had arrived.[2] Voter turnout was low, largely due to indifference in rural areas where national politics was not considered of importance.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Bulgaria", The Times, 13 July 1893
  2. ^ a b c "Bulgaria", The Times, 5 August 1893