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The Liberals won the previous election in 1865 with a majority of 282. At this election, they held the seat with a majority of 184.

Arthur Otway was elected as the member of parliament for Chatham.

Result

The following result was declared by the returning officer:

Candidate		Votes	%
	Otway Arthur Arthur Otway * Liberal	2,042	52.4
	Elliot George George Elliot Conservative	1,858	47.6
	Majority	184	4.7
	Turnout	3,900	86.3
	Liberal hold

* Denotes a member of parliament standing for re-election.

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