I cannot separate the finances of India from those of England. If the finances of the Indian Government receive any severe and irreparable check, will not the resources of England be called upon to meet the emergency, and to supply the deficiency?

Look not to the politicians; look to yourselves.

I took the repeal of the Corn Laws as light amusement compared with the difficult task of inducing the priests of all denominations to agree to suffer the people to be educated.

Peace will come to earth when the people have more to do with each other and governments less.

People who eat potatoes will never be able to perform their abilities in whatever job they choose to have.

The landlords are not agriculturists; that is an abuse of terms which has been too long tolerated.

I have been particularly struck with the overwhelming evidence which is given as to the fitness of the natives of India for high offices and employments.