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Exalted Highness heard of his intention, he com-
manded me to tell him that if he could make it
convenient to remain on for some time longer, the
Nizam would greatly appreciate it. Mr. Glancy
expressed his gratitude for the gracious message,
but regretted that urgent private affairs called for
his immediate presence at home. His Exalted
Highness was sorry to hear this and wondered who
the most suitable person would be to take his
place. I ventured to suggest Mr. Hydari's name
who had reverted to the British service. His
Exalted Highness ordered me to consult Mr.
Glancy, who agreed that Mr. Hydari would be
suitable. His Exalted Highness approved and Sir
Ali Imam did not demur, so Mr. Hydari was sent
for and became Finance Member.
Musing over these events and what followed,
I have come to realise the importance of un-
expected incidents in the unseen chain of cause
and effect in human affairs. Accident had thrown
Mr. Hydari on to the path of ambition.
Sir Reginald became the Governor-General's
Agent in Rajputana after his return from England
and served in that capacity for a number of years.
After his retirement from service he was made a
member of the India Council and remained there
till his death. When I sent him a copy of my In
Memoriam verses on His Majesty King George V,
he did me the honour (without informing me of his
intention) of having them brought to the notice
of Her Majesty Queen Mary whose appreciation
he conveyed to me some time after. This was