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June 11, 1963

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Congressman Clyde Doyle (CD-23).

CD-23
Harold R. "Hal" Bennett	Republican	0.6%	Loss
Harry L. Butler	Republican	0.6%	Loss
James Earle Christo	Democratic	1.4%	Loss
Del M. Clawson	Republican	53.2%	Win
Lynn W. Johnston	Democratic	1.4%	Loss
Armand R. Porter	Democratic	2.7%	Loss
Carley V. Porter	Democratic	35.4%	Loss
Maurice H. Quigley	Democratic	4.7%	Loss