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 through the gathering darkness made steadily towards home which he reached by nine on that wedding-night of his brother. Bhagavati Devy who had been weeping and fasting on his account was so delighted and excited that she could only burst into happy tears. Those precious drops were more eloquent than words. This devotion, which he retained down to the dying day, was the crown and glory of his life.

Another incident showing his selflessness may be recorded here. Mr. Cost, a pupil of his, once requested him to compose some Sanskrit poems, which he did offhand. Perfectly satisfied the student offered him a reward of Rs 200. On his suggestion the money was deposited in the Sanskrit College and a prize of Rs 50 was announced to be awarded annually to the best essayist for four successive years. He was appointed examiner. Once, among other,s his brother Dinabandhu Nyayaratna and another youth Shrish Chandra Vidyaratna by name hotly disputed the "Cost-prize" and fared equally