Australian Storm 1876

  Chapter 162 Comprehensive Arrangement

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  The cities and towns are constructed according to the standards of the Red River Valley, and complete sewer facilities have been established to reduce the breeding of mosquitoes and flies and the spread of diseases, laying the foundation for the construction of a beautiful port city.

  Almost all of the original Port Mosbil buildings were torn down and rebuilt. Several Chinese-run taverns have opened, restaurants and other service facilities have sprung up, and some even opened brothels.

  After 6 years of development, the construction of small towns in the Red River Valley has formed a certain pattern. Many Chinese with a keen sense of smell will arrive with the pioneer group, accompanied by a large number of goods to provide services, and quickly form a social circle with a strong atmosphere of life.

  Some Chinese bought some women from the local indigenous chiefs through small favors, and provided thoughtful services to the pioneer group, thus making a lot of profits.

  Under the policy of encouragement, sewing shops, rice shops, department stores, blacksmith shops, brothel theaters, restaurants and wine shops will soon be opened to provide local taxation and employment, and to prosper the town.

  It is these businessmen with certain capital who are able to operate private farms in the local area, buy farming machinery such as cattle, seeds and tractors, build houses and barns, and create more jobs and demand.

  After half a month of construction

  The embryonic form of a new seaport city is gradually taking shape. The 2100 workers and the first batch of 1366 immigrants from the mainland will become the early residents of this new town.

  In the future, how many migrant ships will arrive every month, adding more vitality to Moresby's development and gradually forming an important trade transit town.

  According to the plan;

  Moresby will focus on farming, expanding villages and roads to the surrounding areas, logging wood and reclaiming wasteland, and will form a farming city with a population of 100,000 within two years.

  Li Fushou was in a good mood and walked all the way to see, walking from the dock into the town under construction, he seemed very interested.

   wherever you go

  Workers who are busy will stop their work and stand respectfully on the side of the road, bending over and saluting, to show their respect and love to the lord.

  Li Fushou smiled and waved frequently, his demeanor was amiable, which made people feel like a spring breeze, warm to the heart.

  "My precious brother, there will be a barbecue dinner in the evening. You and Xuewen will come as guests together, um, and the officers and brothers on the ship." Li Fushou frequently greeted him, but he didn't have any idleness.

   "Thank you, Lord Earl, and my humble colleagues and colleagues must be on time for the appointment."

   "How is Li Jie and the others? Is there any news coming back?"

"Yes, Lord Earl, I'm about to report to you." Geng Baobao took out a stack of paper from his pocket, and after unfolding it, he glanced at it and said; "According to the news just received, the fleet led by Li Jie escorted Mount Tai Fast freighter No. 1 arrived at Jayapura on the west coast 11 days ago.

  In view of the resistance of the white colonists in Port Moresby, the mixed fleet arranged in advance for armed militias to land on small sampans, and then encircled by land and sea, in order to successfully win the seaside town of Jayapura.

during this process

  Because of the armed militias who landed and outflanked, they accidentally encountered a small hunting team of white Dutch colonists. They encountered strong resistance and a fierce gun battle took place between the two sides.

  The battle ended, 7 people were killed. Our side killed 3 people and injured 11 people. It ended in a tragic victory. "

  Reporting here, Geng Baogui took a look at Lord Earl and saw that he continued to move forward without any indication, so he continued to report;

  "The gunfire has already alarmed Jayapura. The leader quickly decided to encircle the small fishing port. The fleet that came in the raid destroyed two wooden sailboats in the port and ordered the other side to surrender, but was refused.

  So, as a last resort, Li Jie ordered the firing, and he was willing to take command responsibility for this..."

   "Ahem..."

Li Fushou finally stopped, and interrupted his precious report with a dry cough, and said with a trace of regret in his tone; "It was originally just a calm entry, and the result was such a big move. It was not my intention. !

  But the action is unavoidable. These Dutch clubs...

  啧啧啧啧......"

   shook his head helplessly, and Li Fushou told him; "This is the only way to go. If you have done it, don't leave it to you. Do you understand what I mean?"

  The hint is obvious enough, how can you not understand?

  Geng precious brushed his legs together, raised his hand to salute a standard military salute, and replied with a serious expression; "I understand, no future troubles."

   "Hmm..." Li Fushou nodded slightly, turned and left; "Don't forget, join the officers at a barbecue dinner in the evening, brothers relax."

   "Thank you, Lord Earl, you must be there on time."

A look of excitement flashed in Geng Baogui's eyes, and he slipped the report in his pocket. He wanted to go back and write a letter to the passing freighter, so that they could take it to Jayapura.

  Poor Li Jie, that guy was waiting fearfully for the news. He was ready to be dismissed, and now he can finally let go of his hands and feet.

  In the next month

  Port Moresby received three immigrant ships from the Far East, bringing nearly 5,000 immigrants to this newly-built town, further promoting the construction of the town, and starting to open up wasteland in the surrounding areas.

  Ocean-going freighters from Australia frequently stopped at Port Moresby, bringing in various materials needed for urban construction, as well as a complete set of machinery and equipment for the construction of a canning factory, as well as the first batch of eight 230-ton offshore fishing vessels.

  This is the first batch of steel fishing boats of Moresby Ocean Fishing Company, a subsidiary of Red River Valley Industrial Corporation. The arrival of these fishing boats heralds the beginning of Shangri-La's ocean fishing industry.

   Construction Commander Wu Xuewen has decided;

  The local area will take canned seafood and canned fruits as specialty products, forming a dislocation competition with Australian agricultural and animal husbandry products, based on the development of transit trade, and forming a self-sufficient economy based on farming. First, gain a firm foothold before discussing the next step of development.

  As for Jayapura on the west coast of Shangri-La Island, the construction intensity is obviously inferior to that of Moresby Town. It is expected that a trade transit terminal will be built within half a year, and the scale of immigration and other construction will be much smaller.

  The resources of the Red River Valley are limited, and Australia is also in a large-scale development stage. It is impossible to devote more resources to support the simultaneous development of both sides of Shangri-La's east and west coasts.

  One day at the end of February

  Queensland Earl Li Fushou took the Taishan fast freighter and left Port Mores under the **** of the seagulls and sea falcons, and embarked on the voyage back to the city of Red River Valley.

  The construction of Shangri-La has come to an end. There are still many important affairs waiting for Li Fushou to handle personally in Australia. It has been almost two months before and after, so there can be no further delay.

Captain Li Jie of the "Bar-headed Goose" was appointed as the captain of the Shangri-La Maritime Police District. He led the "Bar-headed Goose" and the "Haiyan" stationed in Port Moresby. Captain, stationed at Jayapura Port on the west coast.

  As the pioneer of the Queensland Earl’s territorial waters, Li Jie will definitely not be able to return to Australia in recent years.

  This is not a reprimand. Shangri-La Island, as the front line of coastal defense in the realm of Lord Earl, will inevitably gradually increase the size of the patrol fleet in the future to deal with possible provocations.

  Li Jie, as a military officer stationed on one side, is far more promising than staying in Australia, and it is easier to make dazzling achievements.

   arrange everything

  The Mount Tai raised its sails for a long voyage. Li Fushou stood on the ship’s deck and looked back at this magnificent land. It was exceptionally beautiful against the blue sky and white clouds. The white seagulls soared in the air, making noisy calls.

  Others abandon it like a shoe, I just treat it as a treasure.

  Li Fushou happily watched Shangri-La Island getting smaller and smaller in his sight. The sense of accomplishment filled his heart, and there was always a feeling of not seeing enough.

"Your Excellency, it seems that you are very satisfied with your new prey. This vast island fully satisfies your desire for possession." British biologist Glen Johnson walked up the deck and stood beside Li Fushou. , Overlooking the increasingly smaller coastline.

"Hehe...said some complaints, it does not show your rich knowledge, Mr. Glenn Johnson..." Li Fushou still looked into the distance and continued to say; "I have been with Mr. Darwin many times in the Royal Society of London. At the meeting, I deeply respected his rich knowledge and groundbreaking academic achievements, and established a good relationship. As a student of Mr. Darwin, you can stand here now and criticize my work harshly."

  "Your Honorable Earl, thank you for your high evaluation of Professor Darwin. I would like to ask, when will you officially announce that you have discovered and owned Ilian Island. Oh... By the way, your subordinates are called Shangri-La Island."

   "Ha ha, this is not in a hurry."

  The coastline has disappeared from the end of his sight. Li Fushou sighed unfinishedly, and walked under the awning, where the maids had already made hot tea, and put exquisite cakes and fresh fruits.

Li Fushou made a gesture of invitation, took the lead to sit on the chair, took a sip from his teacup, feeling the fragrance of tea blooming between his mouth, and nodded with satisfaction; "It's really good tea! It's a pity that the British don't understand how to appreciate it." I have to add cream and honey to the black tea. This is really a blasphemy against the ancient tea culture. I can only express my deep regret about this."

  Glen Johnson sat down across the round table covered with white tablecloths, and was adding honey and cream to his cup. He couldn't help but pause when he heard this. He shook his head with a wry smile, and continued his actions.

"Your Excellency, you can't ask others to have the same preferences." Glen Johnson raised his teacup and respected him, taking a graceful sip and said; "Thank God, it's really delicious. Thank you for your tea, I I want to continue the question just now, when will you officially announce your own island?"

   "Oh, are biologists so curious?"

"Yes, it is the natural mission of every scholar to explore the unknown. We work tirelessly for this. My teacher, Mr. Darwin, used to travel the world for this and spend most of his life exploring the mystery and origin of life. I respect him very much." Glen Johnson looked solemn.

  "Please don't put yourself alongside a respectable scholar, Mr. Glenn Johnson, I only need a telegram to know if you are working for the Colonial Department." Li Fushou laughed mockingly.

   "Oh, this is not a contradiction. The Colony Department did pay for me a part of the cost. By the way, you can save this telegram fee."

   "Thank you for your frankness, sir." Li Fushou raised his teacup and respected it, took a sip, and ate it with relish, without rushing to answer the question.

  In a moment

Li Fushou picked up the hot towel handed by the maid and wiped his hands, and said lightly; “Building a town with a high standard requires a lot of energy, material resources and manpower, and it also takes a long time. Lord Kudo has done enough communication, so I am going to announce this news at the end of this year. What do you think of this time before Christmas?"

"Christmas is a good time. For the noble masters of London, there is nothing more important than reunion with their families during the holiday. The grand dinner after another consumes a lot of their energy, and there is no leisure to take care of thousands of miles. What kind of deserted island outside, even if it has a large area."

  Glen Johnson is a member of the Royal Society, a member of the upper class whose name needs to be followed by the title of jazz, but this glory is only useful for civilians, and still needs to look up to the real aristocracy.

  Queen Victoria is the protector of the Royal Society, which determines that Li Fushou cannot hurt the opponent, of course, except for duels.

   "It seems that you agree with my decision."

   "Is my objection useful?"

   "It's really useless."

"Your Excellency, I feel very honored to receive such a frank answer from you. Although you forcibly interrupted my research on Ilian Island because of your own selfish desires, I can understand and respect your approach, but I will never pay for the trip to Australia. Expenses, yes, never..." Glen Johnson strengthened his tone, showing a strong stance on this point.

"Well, I will send the bill to the Colony Department." Li Fushou snapped his fingers happily, stood up and said; "Thank you for spending a pleasant afternoon with me. Australia is a beautiful place where you can be. Continue your own research."

  The longer the news of the occupation of Shangri-La Island is delayed, the better, because there are still a lot of hands and tails to deal with on this island, such as the issue of indigenous immigration.

  Li Fushou would rather troublesome, spend more money and energy, and properly migrate the indigenous people to desert islands near Java Island, which perfectly solves this problem.

  He is not a person who likes to use violence. Such a large-scale operation cannot be kept secret, so it takes time to resolve it properly.

  Before this, Glen Johnson must live under surveillance to avoid major incidents.

   "Oh, hell, Australia is a desert from the perspective of biodiversity." Glen Johnson finally couldn't help complaining.

  Li Fushou shook his head and said; “Mr. Glenn Johnson, don’t forget the pioneering discovery of your tutor Professor Darwin in Australia. There is still a town named after Darwin in the York Peninsula to commemorate his great academic achievements.”

  After finishing speaking, Li Fushou left on his own.

  (End of this chapter)