August.

9.—Butler arrested for burglaries at Bishop Moran's, Miss Turton's, Mr. T. S. Graham, etc.

15.—Presentation to the Hon. W. M. Reynolds, by citizens, of service of plate, value £250, in recognition of 22 years' representative service.

23.—Sir Julius Vogel appointed Agent-General, position vacant through death of Dr. Featherston.

25.—North Invercargill and East Invercargill proclaimed boroughs.