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 ernment, I cannot be indifferent to imperial interests with which the welfare of the country is indissolubly mixed. These interests must have precedence over every other consideration, but I am convinced that the reinstatement of the Maharaja will only serve to promote those interests instead of damaging them in any way. This conviction and the justice of the Maharaja's cause have emboldened me to write this 'vindication and appeal,' in the humble belief that my motive shall not be misconstrued and my modest labour shall not become futile and abortive.

Calcutta: | J. C. BOSE. The 20Th September 1893 }