July.

13. — Publication of letter from Alfred Domett, Colonial Secretary, stating that surplus would be returned, haviug been taken merely for safe keeping, also that in future notes of Provincial Bank of issue would be exchanged for specie.

Lock-up proclaimed a public gaol.

Messrs. Alex. Todd, Henry Oatts, Robert Williams, William Purdie appointed magistrates.

16.—Mr. A. C. Strode appointed R.M. and Sub-Treasurer.

Judge of Supreme Court appointed for Otago (Judge Stephen).