It is desirable very much to encourage the training of Chinese amongst Europeans.
For some time past there has been a growing feeling amongst the Civil Service that it would be advantageous to hold a competitive examination for Cadets, in order to select men who would be fitted for administrative work.
Eventually, it was decided to hold such an examination, and to offer prizes for proficiency in Chinese.
One of the principal objects of this examination was to encourage, by pecuniary inducements, young officers to learn Chinese, with a view to rising from subordinate to higher offices.
The prizes, ranging from £250 to £1500, were awarded to those who showed proficiency in the language.
The question arose as to how to meet the extra cost entailed by this scheme.
The Examining Board was of the opinion that the extra cost should be borne by the Government.
One of the main objects of this scheme was to attract young men from England who would be willing to serve in Hong Kong in the hope of bettering their prospects.
The effect of this scheme appeared to be satisfactory.
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