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Is it not discreditable to us that even now it is only by unconstitutional means that we are able to secure peace and order in one portion of her Majesty’s dominions?
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John Morley
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Morley critiques the reliance on unconstitutional methods to maintain order in Ireland.
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I am trying to feel my way through the most difficult problem, the most difficult situation that a responsible Government can have to face.
Do not weary or fret or nag him with your superior wisdom.
If I were going to remain Indian Secretary for some time to come, my every effort would be devoted to an abatement of that enormous amount of writing.
I would use my best endeavours to make these States independent in matters of administration.
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