1893 Natal parliamentary election

Early elections to the Legislative Council were held in the Colony of Natal between 14 and 20 September 1893.[1] They followed the proclamation of new constitution on 4 July, granting the colony responsible government.[2] Following the election, John Robinson was appointed the colony's first Premier.[3] The new parliament in Pietermaritzburg was opened on 19 October.[4]

References
  1. "The Elections In Natal", The Times, 6 September 1893, p3, issue 34049
  2. "News in Brief", The Times, 5 July 1893, p5, issue 33995
  3. "Natal" The Times, 11 October 1893, p3, issue 34079
  4. "Opening Of The Natal Parliament", The Times, 20 October 1893, p3, issue 34087
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