the study of Chinese. He suid he was not willing to give up the study,
hoping that he should ere
and wus
-long find himself able to do justice to his profession in undertaking it I was pleased with the progress
which the others are
Power is of
of course
making. Mr
long way
bhind the rest, but he has learned
м.
in
good deal.
Mr Turner has a great advantage being brought into constant communication with the Chinese through the duties of his office, but he must be making good:
likewise of his teacher. In speaking
reading pronunciation
unt in
his
je
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is clear and correct. I have seen an extensive collection of colloquial e
and phrases which he has written out, that is exceedingly creditable to his diligence and ability. I do not doubt but he will by_and_ by be competent to
interpretation.
any duties of
Mr Ronuld and Mr Sungster deserve also that I should speak
of them in terms of commendation : used hope. They do not appear to have us earnest un ambition to excel
M. Turner, but I believe they faithfully availing themselves
ud
of the assistance of their teachers.
I remain Ge.
(True Copy.
(Signed) Jumes Legge.
MA Alexande
Acting Colonial secretary.