Note 24 — CHAPTER 15
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The treaty by which Sindhia holds these districts yet exists, which stipulates their surrender on the liquidation of the contribution.contribution. The Rana still holds this as a responsible engagement, and pleaded his rights in the treaty with the British Government in A.D. 1817-18. But half a century’s possession is a strong bond, which we dare not break; though the claim now registered may hereafter prove of service to the family.