Episode 2 of 3
Upper House Vote
- When
- 8 September 1893
- Where
- Parliament House
Premier Seddon's manipulation failed as two councillors changed sides, allowing the bill to pass the Upper House by 20 votes to 18.
Seddon's manipulation incensed councillors William Reynolds and Edward Cephas John Stevens. They changed sides and voted for the bill, allowing it to pass by 20 votes to 18 on 8 September 1893. This occurred despite Seddon's opposition.
Sources
- Women's suffrage in New Zealand Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-09
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