Newfoundland prohibition referendum, 1915
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A referendum on the introduction of prohibition was held in Newfoundland on 4 November 1915.[1] It would prohibit unauthorised people from possessing or consuming any drinks with an alcohol content of more than 2%.[1] The rules required that at least 40% of registered voters vote in favour of the proposal for it to pass.[1] With 24,956 voting in favour, the quorum of 24,581 was narrowly passed and prohibition was introduced on 1 January 1917.[1] It remained in force until 1924, after which a quota system for purchasing alcoholic drinks was introduced.[1] This was scrapped on 31 March 1966.[1]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 24,956 | 82.31 |
| Against | 5,362 | 17.69 |
| Invalid/blank votes | – | |
| Total | 30,318 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 71.30 | |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
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