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This event draws thousands as winning and losing candidates join in celebration on the Thursday following each general election. Poor travelling conditions and interest in the outcome of political contests may have resulted in an extended stay when all elections were held here. Creation of voting districts in 1811 required a meeting of the Board of Canvass on the Thursdays to determine "returns" for the county. Proclamation of results continue to highlight ths festive occassion. Well established by the mid-19th century, Return Day is recognized as the only event of its kind in the nation.
The Circle in downtown Georgetown Sussex County Delaware
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