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 the above-mentioned Rajah of Jatprole, with the usual presents and formalities.

For his personal qualities and skill it may be mentioned that he was an adept in the art of native gymnastics and hunting.

Public. — The first event of public importance is his attending the installation ceremony of the Rajah of Pittapur. While going on his first pilgrimage to Benares in 1863, he received the invitation. So he halted for a time and then continued his journey. This first pilgrimage is described in detail elsewhere. In 1866 he was granted the title of C.S.I, by Her Majesty and the next year he was invited to Madras in February by His Excellency the Governor and was presented the badge in the banqueting hall. On the occasion of this visit to Madras came into vogue the practice of reception and farewell by His Excellency the Governor's Aide-de-Camp accompanied by His Excellency's car and troops (of Bodyguard) and also the