John Morley: “Instead of the school boards being universal, they should only come into existence where the ecclesiastical party was…”

But as I read it, as I listen to serious Indian experts with large experience, it all sounds estrangement and alienation even though it be no worse than superficial.

No: not at all; because there is so much, I will not say of random variety, but there is so much independent use of mind upon the facts that we have to deal with, that I listen with endless edification and instruction.

I don't myself believe in artful diplomacy; I have no gift for it.

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