January.

2.—Strike of telegraph operators. Eleven at Dunedin "went out." Strike also at other centres.

First special excursion train to Lakes from Dunedin.

15.—Presbyterian Synod decided to erect a permanent Chair of Moral Philosophy and Political Economy.

19.—Presentation of solatium to Mr. Fish of £230 by his admirers to recoup him for expense of Mayoral contest.

20.—First annual meeting at Dunedin of United Fire Brigades Association.

26.—New Government School opened at Kensington.

Annual election Dunedin School Committee.

27.—Inspection of volunteers by Col. Scratchley.