John Morley: “I do not know that I have ever seen in public life a character more truly simple, noble, and unselfish.”

He was a soldier of infinite personal courage and daring; of striking military energy, initiative, and resource; a high, pure, and single character, dwelling much in the region of the unseen.

Fitness is henceforth to be the criterion of eligibility.

I am trying to feel my way through the most difficult problem, the most difficult situation that a responsible Government can have to face.

I would use my best endeavours to make these States independent in matters of administration.