My Italian Chapter 113

Carlo did not know about Tesla's meeting with Marconi in his childhood, because he was following the news of the arrival of former Prime Minister Cairoli and his party in Pontianak.

That's right, after nearly two months of arduous voyage, the former Prime Minister of Cairoli, no, it was Governor Cairoli and his party that finally arrived in Lanfang.

Of course, if it weren't for the fact that Governor Kairolli was older, they could have arrived at Lanfang faster.

But it is not too late, the former Lanfang officials headed by Deputy Governor Liu Enguan and the garrison representative Major General Slater made a special trip to welcome them in Pontianak.

"Your Excellency the Governor, welcome you to Pontianak."

As the deputy governor, Liu Enguan's attitude is very low, and it can almost be said to be servile. Of course, the reason for him to do this is also very simple, he is trying hard not to disgust him with the governor.

Liu Enguan was very apprehensive about the governor-general who had served as prime minister before him. Because he knew the governor of Cairoli, he was a very strong man in Italy, but when he was far away from the mountains and the emperor, it was not all he had the final say.

Don't think of yourself as the vice-governor, Liu Enguan knew that this was just because of the urgent needs of the Italians, so he followed his own heart. If you really think that you are a deputy governor, that is the way to die.

I didn't see that Major General Slater, although he was polite on weekdays, but the meaning of refusal in his tone, how could Liu Enguan not hear him.

In the final analysis, I still regret giving myself a high position, but if I want Liu Enguan to voluntarily return, I don't even think about it, even if I become a deputy governor of a clay sculpture, that is also the deputy governor, and it is also the number two person in the Lanfang Colony. Always fight for some voice for the family and other Chinese.

Of course, he also wanted to improve the relationship as much as possible, but these **** were not enlightened, the gold that he had sent was returned directly, and the beauties were also driven out on the grounds that women could not be found in the army.

It can be said that in the face of Major General Slater, who is incapable of oil and salt, his method is useless, and he can only put his hope on the former Italian Prime Minister who is about to arrive.

"Hello, Liu, I'm glad you can preside over this welcome ceremony. I'm very happy."

The genial Kairoli made Liu Enguan feel like he was having fun.

Of course, this is not the time to show. I saw Liu Enguan gave a brief greeting and immediately gave up his seat because there were other people waiting behind him.

"Major General Slater, thank you for your dedication, so that I can see a peaceful Lanfang."

"Your Excellency the Governor, you're welcome, this is what I should do."

"Mr. Litoko..."

After greeting the officials who greeted him one after another, Liu Enguan took the opportunity to speak. "Your Excellency the Governor is coming to Pontianak, and the people of the city are all looking forward to it. I hope that the Governor can come and visit, and the people in the city will prepare a welcome banquet for Your Excellency."

This is spoken in Cantonese dialect. Although Liu Enguan worked hard to learn Italian, the time was too short and he didn't learn enough. In order to avoid laughing at his generosity, he should not make a fool of himself.

Of course, a translator had been prepared a long time ago to translate Liu Enguan's words to Cairoli.

After listening to Liu Enguan's words, Cairoli said with a smile. "Please thank everyone for your kindness. Although I really want to participate, but my body doesn't allow it, please let me rest for a few days and see you again."

Although the Governor of Cairoli refused, the goodwill Liu Enguan in his words could also be heard. "It's me who didn't think much about it, so it's better to let His Excellency the Governor rest first. I don't know about the handover of government affairs..."

"Also delay it for a while, I believe those who come with me also need to rest."

"Then ask Your Excellency to get in the car first, and the resting place is ready."

As Cairoli and others got into the carriage, the carriage immediately pulled them to a place in Pontianak that had been carefully selected. As the governor, Cairoli even lived in the palace of the former Sultan of Pontianak.

Cairoli was really tired after the journey all the way. After all, how old was he.

But no matter how tired he was, he kept his spirits high and briefly understood Lan Fang's situation.

But before he could take a closer look at the documents in front of him, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in."

Secretary Doss came in.

"What's up?"

After returning to see that he had been with his secretary for many years, Cairoli asked his purpose.

"Sir, your attitude today, feeling... feeling..."

"Very wrong, not like my previous style?"

Kairoli spoke for his secretary.

"Yes, my lord."

Facing the secretary's doubts, Cairoli calmly explained.

"Before in Italy, it was because I was familiar with everyone. I knew everyone well, so I could be strong. In the colony of Lanfang, I had a black eye, and I didn't know anything, how could I be too strong. Besides, the situation here is complicated, and more cooperation with local people is needed to complete the work, so there is no time to clean up these local forces one by one."

After listening to the explanation, Doss nodded. "Prime Minister, no, Governor, I see. I'll be more attentive at work."

Kairoli said it was a break, but he was still concerned about Lanfang's situation, especially the government's operation. Of course, he also knew that the colonial government could never be as efficient as the native one, but properly improving the efficiency of government work was something he needed to consider.

Three days later, Cairoli held the first meeting. Since it was the Governor's official appearance, naturally no one took it lightly. They were all prepared early in the morning.

"Everyone, I'm very pleased to have you participate in this meeting. It's the first time for me to work overseas, and I believe it's also the first time for many people."

After the brief opening remarks, Cairoli immediately got to the point. "Our Lanfang mission is not light recently, because it is very important to our country. Before I left, the Prime Minister and His Majesty talked to me about this issue. And I think the important reason that restricts the development of Lanfang at present is the port's navigation capacity. I Looking through the information of Lanfang, I found that the largest port in Lanfang is Pontianak, and Pontianak can only navigate 3,000 tons of sea vessels. Dian Port must be widened and deepened."

Cairoli's remarks let everyone present know that the new official's first fire started.

At this time, it is impossible for someone who doesn't understand the wink to go up to look for unhappiness, all waiting for the governor's message.

"Pontianak port must have a navigation capacity of 10,000 tons, so as to solve the problem of shipping."

The new Pontianak port chief, although he didn't want to stand up, now he has to bite the bullet and stand up.

"Your Excellency Governor, I take the liberty to disturb, it is a little difficult for Pontianak to reach the navigable capacity of 10,000 tons, because the mouth of the Kunjiang River is only 6 meters deep, and I want to expand it to 9-10 meters that can be passed by a 10,000-ton sea vessel. , this project is too large and very uneconomical, and the annual cost of dredging will not be low.”

"Director Green, I also understand what you said. I didn't say that the current Pontianak port should be expanded to a navigable capacity of 10,000 tons. My idea is to open another port for Pontianak."

Cairoli's words made many people look at each other in dismay. Because Pontianak is a river port, and because the Kunjiang estuary is swampy terrain, it is impossible to build a port, and Pontianak is its best port choice. If you want to open a harbour, then it is 20 to 30 kilometers away from the sea. How to solve the traffic of this newly opened harbour?

Seeing the situation at the scene, Cairoli smiled slightly, and then he said his blueprint.

"This is Tigon, a small port by the sea. The water depth of the port is not bad, reaching about eight meters. What's more, the terrain of Tigon is very good. There are mountains on both sides, which surround it. More importantly, , It is 27 kilometers away from Pontianak. As long as we develop it, it will be a port that can meet our needs. As for the distance, this is very simple, we can build a railway connection. "

Cairoli's words shocked everyone at the scene. This is a huge sum of money. Without 30 to 40 million lire, the blueprint he said could not be completed at all, and where did the money come from?

As if he knew what they were thinking, Cairoli immediately said his own way. "It's a lot of money, so I'm going to give some of it from the government, and then sell some areas to raise money."

Kairolli's words made Liu Enguan's eyes light up, only to see him speak. "I don't know if your Excellency the Governor intends to sell those lands?"

"Part of the wharf and its warehouse areas, as well as some commercial and residential plots, will also be sold."

Cairoli's answer, now not only Liu Enguan felt it, but also other people present felt the huge benefits.

Pontianak is not only the core city of the Kun River Basin, but also the capital of the Italian Lanfang Colony in the future. In such a city with various trades, the value of its port does not need to be said. As long as it can occupy a position, it must be a stable and profitable business.

Since there are interests, some people are not willing to lag behind.

"Your Excellency Governor, how much money are you going to let the government invest?"

"The construction of railways must be invested by the government, and the government must occupy half of the port investment."

Caiiroli's words made the venue into a climax, and many officials were chatting one after another.

And Cairoli was very satisfied with the performance of these people, and it seemed that he was the first to start the fire.

Speaking of the tasks given by Caro, Carrolli believes that it is the easiest to build a trade transfer station, because Lanfang's trade is relatively large, but due to the Dutch monopoly and in order to ensure Batavia's status, its Intentionally restricting local infrastructure development.

After Italy occupied this place, of course there were no restrictions, and with the help of Yiqing trade, there was an urgent need to expand the port and build various supporting facilities.

Of course, Cairoli only let the government contribute half of the money~www.mtlnovel.com~ It is not that the government cannot afford the money, but that he has his own purpose.

First of all, Cairoli needs to take this opportunity to win over various forces for their own use, and who is willing to listen to them sincerely if they don't give some sweet dates, and only let them know that they can eat by listening to themselves, and these people will behave themselves. Do things on your own terms. In addition, social funds can be gathered to speed up the development of Lanfang.

Cairoli believes that relying on government funds alone is somewhat powerless for the development of Lanfang, not to mention that Lanfang also needs to pay 3,000 liras in taxes to Rome every year. This has also slowed down the development of Lanfang Colony a lot, so what can he use without social funds.

Relying on domestic capital alone, how could there be a conflict between China and Lanfang? As a qualified politician, Cairoli would not allow such a thing to happen.

Cairoli's words in Pontianak quickly spread throughout Lanfang, and powerful businessmen from all over the world were moved by the act of His Excellency the Governor selling half of the land in Pontianak Newport.

Finally, half a month later, the Governor's Office came up with a plan. Thirty plots of land have been drawn for the entire port. Some of these plots are enviable at first sight, and some are not very conspicuous. Of course, these plots can basically make money, but it is a question of ability to earn more and earn less.

And half a month after the announcement, the fierce auction began. After some fierce competition, merchants from all over the world have their own gains.

The total auction amount reached 16.71 million lire.

Among them, the king of the bid is the port in the east area of ​​the port. This 120-acre land was won by the Liu family for 4.17 million liras in one fell swoop. This also proves that the Liu family not only has a political backing, but also is not inferior economically.

And for this lively scene, Cairoli saw everything in his eyes.

Chapter end