We congratulate Lord Cromer most heartily on his eleva- tion
to the rank of Earl,—the most ancient, the most picturesque, and the most thoroughly English of all our titles. No man ever deserved the honour better. Not only has he done a great work for the Empire, but he has done what is perhaps of even greater moment, he has set an example of Imperial administration among the dark races which is of incalculable value. It is no exaggeration to say that every soldier and 'civilian who is doing the work of the Empire in tropical and semi-tropical countries feels inspired, strengthened, and encouraged by Lord Cromer's spirit and example. His achievement, as splendid in material success as it is sound and honourable in intention, is a perpetual inspiration for the Empire and its administrators. Lord Cromer can obtain no better monument than this.
