Dear General,
A number of candidates are available from the E. I. Company's establishment.
But a great want exists in the proficiency of the candidates in languages.
In fact, one of the main appointments he might secure will break down due to the lack of proficiency in languages.
This is a lesson to me, but some invitation is necessary to induce boys to come forward who are qualified in languages.
The Foreign Office did, under similar circumstances, apply to certain Colleges and Schools.
It is desirable to come to some understanding as to the age at which men should be appointed.
I have observed that:
1. That each candidate Mr. Jermyn recommends should be under 23 years of age. See his letter of 27 May.
The Foreign Office limit is 16 to 20, although they have on special occasions extended the limit to under 25.
2. I agree with Mr. E. that the limit should be (at least) 18 to 22.
In the case of Hong Kong, "Pupils" are wanted, and consequently, the younger the better.
But, taking into consideration how trying the tropical climate is to the health, and how especially trying it must be in the case of a youth under 20, whose constitution is not formed, it would be very undesirable to send them so young.
The limit of 18 to 22 or up to 25 would be more suitable. In Ceylon, it is 16 to 18 or 18 to 25, but in this case, they go out as Civil Servants, whereas in the Indian Medical Service, they are required to be qualified.
I have said that I could answer the question.
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