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December.

2.—Town Hall clock set going by the Mayor.

5.—Fire at tramway sheds and depot near railway station. Damage done to the extent of £22,000.

11.—Presentation at Waihemo to Sir F. D. Bell on his appointment as Agent-General.

30.—Opening of Kawarau Bridge by Mr. L. W. Daniel. Engineer, Mr. Higgmson; contractor, Mr. John McCormack. Cost about £7000.