That is, probation should finally
confirm the choice even if every other test is satisfied.
But as perfect men are not available in the
world, a very practical prescription is given.
Test and find out the good and bad points
and see, which predominate, and decide.
The touchstone for discriminating the
qualified from the unqualified is conduct.
There are other indications but the
conclusive test is a man's conduct.
Do not choose men who have no relatives.
Having no social ties, they do not fear social blame and are therefore not to be depended
on.
The experience of administrators shows this
to be an important consideration, observed in practice everywhere.
Choosing by affection, without making sure
that the necessary qualifications are possessed, will bring every form of disaster. |