The second batch of technical support teams to Jiangnan was formally established. The machinery factory started manufacturing 4 Albion printing presses, 2 lithographic presses, and a small water turbine. The water turbine could be used according to the craftsmanship level at that time.
It is manufactured, but its efficiency is much worse than that of turbines manufactured by mechanical factories. The turbines manufactured by Lingao have better speed changes and transmission systems, which are not comparable to those made by hand.
All the equipment was disassembled and packed into boxes. At the same time, the assembly tools and some easily damaged spare parts required for the equipment, the slates required for lithographic printing, engraving pens, corrosives and protective agents were also shipped. Originally, Mo Xiaoan proposed to
Build a paper mill in Hangzhou. The equipment required for the paper mill is very simple and the process is not complicated. The large amount of straw in the Hangzhou-Jiahu Plain and the bamboo and wood resources in the mountainous counties can provide sufficient raw materials for papermaking.
Papermaking can not only be used by printing houses, but can also be sold locally - Hangzhou was an important paper distribution center at that time, and high-quality paper would not be unmarketable. Papermaking is not a hugely profitable industry, and few wealthy gentry are involved. According to
Zhao Yingong's observation is that most paper mills are small cottage industries, and most of them are located in Yuhang and Lin'an, leaving these mountainous counties near Hangzhou. The paper produced is then trafficked to Hangzhou for sale by traders. This force has great influence on
Zhao Yingong's industry poses no threat.
However, the modern papermaking industry requires a large amount of acid and alkali, and Lingao cannot supply chemicals remotely, so Mo Xiao'an's motion is put on hold for now.
The inspection team to Jiangnan was composed of four veterans including Zhou Dongtian. When they heard that there was an opportunity to go to Jiangnan, many people were eager to try it - this kind of business trip with low risk was not a great opportunity to go to Jiangnan. It is said that Jiangnan in the Ming Dynasty
It is a "land of dreams". Many people have heard of the Eight Beauties of Qinhuai. Those who have read a little bit of ancient books also know that there is Yangzhou Shou Ma, and everyone is eager to try it. When Mei Lin heard that there was an inspection team from Jiangnan, he hurriedly found Mei Wan and burst into tears.
He asked to accompany him. His reason was quite good - since Zhao Yingong wanted to build a manor, how could the construction company not come forward? If the house was built according to the method of local craftsmen, it would definitely be a waste of land area, house space and building materials.
"My waist is good, my waist is good," Merlin said, "I will definitely turn Phoenix Manor into an impregnable fortress..."
Mei Wan was helplessly entangled by him, so she had to say: "I have to remind you that this time we are definitely going to Hangzhou, and it is not certain whether we will go to Nanjing."
Everyone in the Senate knew that Merlin coveted Qinhuai's eight beauties - for these eight beauties, he didn't even buy a life secretary. He was regarded as a monster. Now that he is so actively going to Jiangnan, everyone knows his drunkard behavior.
meaning.
"It's okay, it's okay. It's okay to go to Hangzhou. Suzhou and Hangzhou produce... well, good craftsmen... Xiangshan craftsmen..."
"Go ahead if you're so proactive." Merlin is one of his "generals" and he usually performs very proactively at work, so he has to express himself. Besides, this kind of thing that bites a woman's neck is the most hated thing.
, Mei Wan felt that the reason for helping to build a house was reasonable anyway, and immediately agreed to try to recommend him to the inspection team.
"One more thing, do you know how I can exchange my circulation certificates for silver?" Merlin asked seriously, "Maybe gold can also be used."
"What are you going to do?" Mei Wan was surprised. Theoretically speaking, elders cannot hold precious metals. If they want to use silver or gold, they must apply for approval. "The business trip expenses will be allocated, so you don't have to worry."
Merlin said cowardly: "No, I just thought that if I need money to redeem myself... I don't know how much money is enough..."
Mei Wan was stunned for a moment: "No way, do you really have this idea?!"
The last one to go to Hangzhou was a missionary who was preaching in Lingao - Jin Lige, or Father Terry Ge. This time he went to Hangzhou to contact the local church. Jin Lige was very excited about this: he was very familiar with it in Europe.
I have a strong interest in this "city in the sky" as Marco Polo called it, and now I actually have the opportunity to go to Hangzhou in person to meet with the Lambs of the Holy Church founded by Father Jinnice.
The Foreign Intelligence Service took the trouble to bring him in because it was preparing to use the influence of the Jesuits. There were a group of local gentry in the Catholic Church in Hangzhou - although Yang Tingyun and Li Zhizao among the three pillars had already died in 1627 and 1630 respectively.
They died in 2010, but they were both natives of Hangzhou: Yang Tingyun was from Qiantang County, and Li Zhizao was from Renhe County. Many of their relatives and friends believed in Catholicism, and the Jesuits were quite powerful in Hangzhou. So much so that during the Nanjing Mission Plan period, Shanghai and Hangzhou
The two missions were the safest locations for foreign missionaries at that time.
Zhao Yingong is currently an outsider in Hangzhou and lacks sufficient influence and protective umbrella. The local power established by the Jesuits can be put to good use. Moreover, the following can also use this relationship to establish a line with Xu Guangqi.
Xu Guangqi has a close relationship with Sun Yuanhua, an important player in the upcoming Dengzhou Rebellion, and both of them are Catholics. This relationship will be of great benefit to future activities.
"Doesn't this mean that Zhao Yingong has become a Catholic? Isn't that appropriate? Moreover, if he has too much contact with the Catholic Church, his influence in the local area will not be good." He Ying said when reviewing and approving the application of the Foreign Intelligence Service.
"Zhao Yingong does not need to be a Catholic, nor does he need to have a deep relationship. As long as he shows friendliness and some kind of 'interest' in the church. The Jesuits are very aware of current affairs. They will urge the Catholic gentry in Hangzhou to serve as
Protective umbrella - they know very well that to open up a situation in China, they now mainly rely on our force." Li Yan explained, "According to the "Jesuit Missionary and Macau Letter Postal Inspection Collection" given to us by the General Administration of Political Security, they now
Put the best hope of spreading Catholicism in China on us. They will try their best to meet any of our requests. As long as Zhao Yingong is recommended by a Jesuit, he can get the care of these Hangzhou Catholic gentry, which is very important for his activities in Hangzhou.
beneficial."
"Zhao Yingong plans to call himself a clan of the Song Dynasty..." He Ying's implication is that it is very inappropriate for the royal family of the Song Dynasty to have a relationship with foreign religions, and there will be flaws in "political correctness".
"As for the identity of the Song Dynasty clan that he created by himself, I think it is good for everyone to have a little flaw." Li Yan said, "In addition, I have already said that there is no need for him to be baptized. He only needs to let the Jesuits come forward to introduce the two sides to establish a friendly relationship."
The relationship is good. In the long run, it is not advisable to let Zhao Yingong get too entangled with the church in Hangzhou. My opinion is: arrange a naturalized Catholic among his entourage as a channel to establish relations with the church in Hangzhou."
"Is this person reliable?"
"Of course it's reliable. This is a person trained by our Intelligence Bureau."
Father Trigg knew nothing about the senators' ideas, and went to prepare his luggage with great excitement. Of course, he was warned by He Ying beforehand: he could not reveal that Zhao Yingong came from Lingao, and could only follow the external instructions.
The unified caliber of the Intelligence Agency.
"You know, our current situation on the mainland is very delicate. If the identity of a certain senator is revealed, it will not only have a negative impact on our cause, but also have unpredictable and serious consequences on the missionary cause," He Ying said.
, "I hope you understand what I mean."
Father Terry can fully understand this kind of diplomatic vocabulary - the Jesuits are not so sentimental as to think that Australians are devout believers and have the intention of acting as a "Catholic Senate". In the final analysis, the cooperation between the two parties is mutually beneficial.
relationship. So he made it very clear that all his words and deeds would be carried out in accordance with the intentions of the "leaders" of the inspection team.
In addition to the Jesuit channel, we must also use bookstores to build a reputation as soon as possible. Therefore, Zhao Yingong's library and bookstore must be sufficiently different from the ordinary - just like the rapid rise of Zizihao in Guangzhou. So this time we are prepared
A number of "Australian building materials" and entertainment items were transported, including cement, ceramic tiles, plumbing hardware, glass, etc., of course, some of them were also needed for the Hangzhou Station itself.
Although some elders have raised questions about whether using a large amount of Australian products to make the "Australian" color more intense will lead to anger, Li Yan believes that the problem is not big. The reputation of "Australian products" is not only famous in Guangdong, but also in Jiangnan and the capital.
Zhao Yingong's identity is a rich young man from Sanshui County, Guangdong. It is not surprising that he has a lot of "Australian enjoyment", and it makes perfect sense logically.
Because there were a lot of goods and people transported this time, especially a lot of heavy goods, it would be too slow to go by land. The Jiangnan delegation decided to take a sea-going ship of *** Shipping.
"What should I do if I encounter Zheng Zhilong?" This question is of concern to everyone. Zheng Zhilong now completely controls the ocean in Fujian, which is equivalent to blocking the main route to the north by sea.
How to deal with Zheng Zhilong has always been a hot point of debate between the Senate and the Navy. Not only is there a need to transport goods to Jiangnan this time, but future involvement in the Dengzhou Rebellion and the population trade with the Manchus may involve Zheng Zhilong's specific details
Attitude. Some people think that they can temporarily pay tolls in exchange for temporary peaceful transportation, while others think that they can start the attack on Zheng Zhilong now and completely clear this obstacle.
"Zheng Zhilong is mainly concerned about monopolizing foreign trade on ships, especially the trade routes with Japan and the Philippines. Historical records do not say that he has any monopoly on coastal shipping routes. Furthermore, Zheng Zhilong's strength may not be able to
Effective *** routes. The information we have heard from merchants in Guangdong and other places also shows that there is no evidence that Zheng Zhilong collects tolls on coastal routes. What we have to worry about is sporadic pirate robberies on coastal routes - Zheng Zhilong