May.

1.—Last trip of the Nebraska ('Frisco line) from Auckland.

3.—Inaugural University lecture delivered by Major Richardson.

5.—Salmon ova ex Oberon landed at Invercargill.

14. Foundation stone laid of new Post Office at Milton.

12.—Mr. Strode, R.M., obtained six months' leave of absence. Place filled by Mr. I. N. Watt, R.M.

19.—Mr. H. Clapcott appointed University librarian and registrar.

31.—Title of Mayor's Court abolished, and that of City Police Court substituted.