Friday's newspapers contained a most interesting letter addressed to the
Lord Mayor by the Rajahs and other distinguished representatives of India attending the Corona- tion. After expressing their gratitude for the hospitality extended to them wherever they went, and their satisfaction at the cordial welcome given to the Indian soldiers, the signatories continue :—" Our regard and affection for the great British people become deeper, because the more we come into contact the more we understand each other, and thereby pro- mote our common interest and mutual regard and attachment. We pray for the continuance of the greatness of the British people, for we are satisfied that in and through their greatness the prosperity and happiness of our own country and people will be advanced. May God bless the *United Kingdom and its inhabitants,—the King and the Queen, the members of the Royal Family, and every one in all ranks and conditions ; in blessing them we feel that the Almighty will bless us also." This remarkable letter, which cannot fail to give the liveliest pleasure to all British readers, concludes with a firm and dignified assurance of loyalty to the British throne.
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