The Conservatives had a few successes, notably at New Quay where Captain Longcroft of Llanina triumphed following divisions amongst local nonconformists.

The Conservatives were again allocated three places, although two of those selected had captured their seats from the Liberals at the recent election.

Their elevation allowed the defeated Liberal candidates to be returned unopposed at the ensuing by-elections (see below).

[3] One retiring alderman was re-elected: In addition, seven new aldermen were elected: The following aldermen were not re-elected: Colonel Davies-Evans decided not to accept a place on the aldermanic bench soon after the election.

The Conservatives proposed that their nominee, David Lloyd, should occupy the vacancy but the Liberals were divided on the issue.

[5] The Liberals captured all eight sets, including the three held by the Conservative or Unionist aldermen.

Following Colonel Davies-Evans's election as alderman his son was expected to contest the vacancy.

However, he did not stand and Timothy Jones of Coedlanaufach, a farmer and Liberal, was returned unopposed.

William Bebb withdrew too late to avoid an election but received no votes at the ensuing ballot.