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State. But that word was not forthcoming. Probably he
thought it would tantamount to interfering in his official capacity
in this case.
What has been the consequence of all this blundering on
the part of the Resident? A few Hindustanees have obtained
power for evil; most of the Departments in the State have
become reserve fields for favourites to thrive in the Hydrabadees are in a worse plight than ever they were.
I hope I have made myself clear to my readers.
The path of duty is clear before Sir Dennis Fitzpatrick's
successor. And it is to be hoped that he will not allow his
admiration for Sir Dennis-and, I am told, he is a very great
admirer of his--to blind him to the mistakes his very goodness
led him into and will act for the benefit of this suffering State.
Pointing out mistakes does not seem, at first sight, to furnish
a fitting farewell to a man like Sir Dennis Fitzpatrick, who has
many claims to respect and admiration. But it must be remembered that in this world no character, whether public or
private can be perfection. And if we mark away the blemishes,
we can better appreciate the "good points."
Sir Denvis Fitzpatrick goes away with an unbeclouded
reputation leaving behind him many friends and admirers-
though few who can say that his services have been as good here
as elsewhere.
