Changchun, Apr. 13, Japanese will be recognized as of the official Manchoukuo languages under g new system which probably will be put into effect on' May 3, Dome! learned. to-day.
The new policy, which will omphasize business education, 1s designed to replace that which has been effect since the days of the former Fegime under Marshal Chang Hsueh-Hong. Primary schools will be named—national schools,—middle schools will be known as national high schools, and institutions of upper learning, will be named. colleges. Graduate courses also will be provided.
May 2 is a national holiday commemorating the day on which Emperor Kangte issued a rescript on his visit to Japan—Domel, ADE. 14, Mr, Chow Ping-lin, Dean of the College of Law. of' the National University of Peking, who has just appointed Vieo-Minister Eduieation Inthe National Govern~ ment, will leave for Nanking as soon he has wound up his work at the University.
Interviewed by the Chinese press, Mr. Chow said he had received a {telegram from che Ministry of Education informing him of his appointment as Administrative Vice~ Minister of Education. Before had been sounded several times whether he would be willing to ac-Lept the post, He. indicated his Tnabitity. to accept the offer on the ground that he was not very much interested in administrative work and also that he had no desire to sever his connection with the University.
He felt it dificult (© decline the appointment now that it had been made, He had not yet decided on the date of his departure for Nanking fas he must wind up his work at Peita Ast.
Mr, Chow is a graduate of Peita anda returned student from the United States and Europe, He served brief term. as Commissioner of Education in Hopel three years ago Reuter,
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