Who will be the next Governor of Burma is the question which i causing a lot of speculation in Rangoon for it is realized that Sir Harcourt Butler's term of office is now drawing to a close and the Province recognizes that they cannot have him for ever as they would like to, for he is a most popular Governor. Several names are disjeussed but when all has been said it is found that thre are very few with an established—reputa-ion in Indian affairs who are at present available although there are no doubt plenty of capable men waiting to be tried, Sir Charles Innes is the next in rotation for the position but T learn that after his next period of leave he has no wish. to return to India as the climate does not suit the health of Lady Innes. Another name discussed is of Sir Alexander Muddiman but dismissed been use it is believed that he intends entering bustness in London as soon ax he is free. 'There is, however, one man who would be' eminently desirable from Burma's point of view and that is Sir Frederick Whyte, a man who is recognized for his broad, Jand impartial outlook to. which he® adds a profound scholarship and knowledge of Indian affairs, Mean. while, it is believed that when the next vacancy occurs on the India Council it will be offered to Sir Harcourt Butler and that ho will be asked to accept it. If he docs 2% Fe may resign the Governorship before the conclusion of his five years' form of office,
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