Xiao Letian is not arrogantly trying to get that kind of currency that cannot be redeemed. Lotte Bank was not the central bank of the Qing Dynasty. He has no national credit to draw from. Of course. With the little national credit of the Qing Dynasty. Even if they want to use it, no one will admit it.
Xiao Letian wants to start with the army he has the tightest control over. Little by little, people are becoming more familiar with banknotes. This kind of paper can be freely exchanged for silver coins. There will definitely be resistance from people at first. But don't worry as long as people successfully exchange a few silver coins from foreign banks. Their doubts will be greatly weakened.
There is no need to forcefully promote these banknotes. Because that will increase people's distrust. Let these new army soldiers accept it first. Little by little, it seeps into people's hearts like spring breeze and rain. Wait until the people no longer resist. Xiao Letian used his real killing move again.
"Brothers, we must be ready to fight anytime and anywhere. Being fully armed weighs at least thirty kilograms. If you carry jingling silver coins with you, it will only add to the trouble. Then you will know the benefits of these banknotes... "
"In addition, many brothers are from Naha, Ryukyu. It is impossible not to send some military pay to their families. Our Lotte Bank also has a branch in Naha. When the time comes, you can ask someone to take these small deposit certificates back. Relatives at home do not need to You can exchange it for silver coins by showing up in person. This is much more convenient than giving you silver coins..."
"Not only that. This kind of small deposit certificate does not need to be redeemed in person. You can use them to settle accounts when you usually spend money. Of course. Some people really couldn't believe it at first. But don't worry. I believe it won't take ten and a half days. Months. All merchants in Tanggu have to rush for these banknotes..."
In fact, there is no need for Xiao Letian to waste his breath like this. With his prestige among the new army. Suffice it to say that paper money works. The brothers had absolutely nothing to say.
"Okay. Brothers, you have been working hard with me for a year. Now take the salary you deserve. Get the rotation schedule from your company and platoon leader. Everyone have a good New Year. I, Xiao Letian, wish you all a happy new year. ." Finished. Xiao Letian took off his hat and bowed 90 degrees. All the brothers in the audience were moved to tears.
A huge Qing Dynasty. How many big men are willing to bow to their soldiers and say New Year greetings? No. not a single one. Such a leader is the best. How could my brothers not sacrifice their lives? Please come to more and faster chapters.
Xiao Letian's new army finally took to the streets. When these bald soldiers wearing blue woolen uniforms appeared in the lively crowd. The atmosphere of celebrating the New Year suddenly increased by three points. Because the purchasing power of these soldiers is really amazing. An ordinary soldier carries forty or fifty eagle oceans in his arms. As for the officers, forget about them. With hundreds of silver coins in his pocket, he started shopping.
In the late Qing Dynasty, there was no concept of inflation. The purchasing power of silver is terrifying. If a family of three can spend two or three silver coins to celebrate the Spring Festival, they will go out. That would be considered a well-off and prosperous home.
These soldiers carried small certificates of deposit that could be exchanged for silver coins. Start shopping crazily at the market. The soldiers walked up to the restaurant shouting. Also order a sumptuous banquet to have fun. Immediately update those senior military officers entering foreign firms opened by foreigners. I even dared to ask the price of Western goods such as pocket watches and pens.
At first when the soldiers came to check out with strange papers. The bosses were all surprised. But when the errand boy actually exchanged brand new foreign money from Lotte Bank. All businesses are relieved.
"Boss, what a great event. What a great event. The second counter of Lotte Mathematics just told me. Now the Tongzhi Yamen has decided that next year's taxes can be paid with this small certificate of deposit. And there is a 1% discount."
"What. Say it again. There are discounts for paying taxes." The shopkeeper almost dropped his reading glasses.
The boy drank half a ladle of cold water. "That's right. The first update was that Tongzhi-sama found it very convenient to use this kind of banknotes to collect taxes. He got a small deposit certificate from us. Then we went to Rakuten Bank to exchange it collectively. ...And Lotte & Co. is also willing to issue more certificates of deposit. I just want to give the Yamen some discounts..."
"Ouch. Actually, I don't know how the yamen and foreign banks settle accounts. Anyway, starting from next year, we can use this kind of deposit certificate to pay taxes. We can enjoy a 1% discount. We need to collect 1% less tax..."
Not only the restaurant owner was dumbfounded now. Even the businesses drinking around were dumbfounded. Lotte Matheson's investment is too big. He was actually able to subsidize the court's taxes.
In ancient times, one point was equivalent to 10% of today's value. And one cent represents one percent. So Xiao Letian has to pay 1% tax subsidy to all the businessmen in Tanggu out of his own pocket. Update the great benevolent person as soon as possible. This skill has far surpassed that of Hu Xueyan.
News like thunder resounded throughout Tanggu Port. From that day on, the credibility of small deposit certificates, that is, banknotes, continued to increase. There are permanent clerks from various shops outside the military camp at all times. When I saw these soldiers appearing, my eyes were filled with stars. Surround them and promote their own business.
Once the credit of banknotes is established. The market naturally has a situation where supply exceeds demand. Countless big businessmen crowded into Lotte Foreign Trade Co., Ltd., praying to see Xiao Letian and Shopkeeper Fan. It's a pity that even a big businessman like Shopkeeper Niu has been blocked.
"Shopkeeper Niu. I'm so sorry. I'll tell you the truth. My husband and the old shopkeeper are really not in the foreign bank. We don't know their whereabouts. Please don't embarrass me when you update as soon as possible. Your Sihai Company is our largest We are our patrons. If we have something good to do, why don’t we think of you? Just go home and wait. We really didn’t lie to you..."
The young man did not lie to the cattle shopkeeper. Now ordinary clerks in Lotte Matheson don't know where Xiao Letian is. At this time, Xiao Letian, the old shopkeeper and several of his officers were present. Accompanied by Matthew and Mike, we have already taken a boat out to sea.
Entering the Bohai Bay during the twelfth lunar month is very dangerous. Because the greenhouse effect was not yet prominent in the late Qing Dynasty. It's still very cold in winter. There are often large areas of sea ice and floods in the Bohai Bay.
The small sailing boat is controlled by a native-born boat boss. Flexibly avoid the maze-like ice blocks. Heading towards the deep water. Generally, they reach the deep sea twenty or thirty nautical miles away from the coast. If the sea ice is updated as soon as possible, there will be much less sea ice.
The unique light yellow water of the Bohai Sea rolls on both sides of the ship. Several telescopes on the bow are searching the sea nervously. Half an hour later, sharp-eyed Matthew was the first to shout.
"Found it. The wealth of American clipper ships is in the northeast..."
"Hahaha. My precious clipper ship. My heart and soul. Speed up..." Xiao Letian jumped with excitement.
The sail caught the turbulent northwest wind. The wooden sailboat sailed rapidly to the northeast. Getting closer. Gradually, a slender hull appeared in front of people's eyes on the sea level. That was the pinnacle of American wooden sailboat craftsmanship. Clipper ship Fortune.
"The goods have finally arrived. You Americans have sent my baby here. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. President..." Xiao Letian rushed up and hugged the two Americans tightly. His eyes were moist.
Half an hour later. Xiao Letian finally boarded the tall clipper ship. He was greeted by General Cai Mao of the Ryukyu Imperial Army. There are also soldiers from the third company brought by Luo Huo.
"Sir, why don't you take me back to the country? We haven't caught up with the two major battles. Do you know how anxious all the new army brothers in Naha are. We are all going to write blood..." Luo Huobei The promising one burst into tears. This made Xiao Letian extremely embarrassed.
"Good brother. There will be many opportunities for meritorious service in the future. In this great era, there will never be a shortage of soldiers on the battlefield. Now let me see our lifeblood..."
General Cai Mao walked up to Xiao Letian. Please come to more and faster chapters. He even performed a new military salute: "Cai Mao meets the Prime Minister." This sentence frightened the leader of the pilot boat and made him shrink his neck. My heart says mother. It turns out the legend is true. Mr. Xiao is really the Prime Minister.
Not much pleasantries. A group of people walked down the cabin. We arrived at the bilge specially modified by American workers. Once in the bottom cabin. People felt the heat wave coming. A tall boiler and four metal melting furnaces appeared in front of everyone. Dozens of Ryukyu Chinese workers, under the command of five black craftsmen, were busy adding coal.
"Master Prime Minister. If this main pot and four melting furnaces are used at full power, they can melt a ton of silver water and cast silver plates in one day... Look here again. Three coin minting machines produced by the Pittsburgh Machinery Yard have been produced according to our specifications. The transformation is required. Now we can stamp and make silver coins. As long as there is enough silver and coal, we can produce a ton of silver coins for you a day..."
"Not only that. These equipments are all detachable. Once the industrial zone is initially formed, you can hide these machines directly in the factory..."
Four black craftsmen stood before what was said to be China's greatest scholar. Everyone is very reserved. Black Americans were protected by abolitionist laws only this year. Within the United States. The oppression of black people by white people is still very obvious.
Same job. Black people are paid far less than white people. The hard work, the dirty work, all belong to black people. Even in the North, which was very friendly to black people. Black people were still not treated fairly in factories.
The four black craftsmen were journeymen who had worked in Pittsburgh for many years. Although I can't do any research work. But operating these machines. Excluding some minor daily problems, there is still no problem. When I came to China this time, I was also seduced by the high salary of the Carnegie family. I left the United States in fear.
"Dear Mr. Prime Minister. Please accept our respect..." After saying this, the four black men took off their work hats and bowed to Xiao Letian.
Xiao Letian did not look down upon the bad habits of people of color. I quickly walked up and grabbed their big coal-stained hands and said excitedly in English, "Thank you. Thank you for traveling thousands of miles to come here to help me. Trust me. I will give you absolutely fair treatment..."
Several black craftsmen have also heard that the relationship between this master of Western learning and Mr. President is of great importance. The respect for Xiao Letian comes from the bottom of my heart. Today I saw that this young prime minister is so approachable. They were all excited.
"Sir, please allow us to demonstrate to you the working process of the minting machine. You will get the most shining silver coins..."
Thin silver plates were stuffed into a stamping machine. Driven by the power of steam boiler. Heavy stamping tools hit the silver plate. Pieces of Mexican eagle ocean fell down the conveyor belt into the wooden box. The light of the silver coin dazzled everyone's eyes.
Old shopkeeper Fan Jian rushed over. Touching a silver coin is as gentle as touching a baby's skin. "It's so beautiful. The pattern is several times clearer than what we cast. The efficiency is also several times higher... My God. Casting silver coins is like cutting tofu." Is it easy? We are rich."
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