Adams was naturally very interested in Tangning's campaign slogan. After all, it would obviously benefit all members of his association, so he immediately asked: "Mr. Tangning, do you have any specific measures?"
Tangning sorted out her thoughts, and then said slowly: "I plan to build a military cemetery that belongs to New York State, and propose that April 9th be designated as Veterans Day every year. At that time, speeches, parades and other commemorative activities will be held.
; In addition, charity auctions and charity donations will be organized, and all proceeds will be used to support disabled soldiers and families of fallen soldiers."
In fact, the Memorial Day that Tang Ning mentioned would have become a reality in the future even without his proposal, but it just wasn't during this period.
In reality, Veterans Day in the United States is called Veterans Day to commemorate World War I, and the date was November 11, the Armistice Day of World War I. In 1968, the U.S. Congress passed the "Sunday Holiday Act"
, moving Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October each year to allow people to spend a three-day weekend. This legislation went into effect in 1971, and today, most states in the United States use this date to commemorate Veterans Day.
As for the military cemetery Downing mentioned, it will also be designated as an official national cemetery in 1864. It is located in Arlington County, Virginia. In fact, it was originally the estate of legendary general Robert E. Lee. It was announced by the Secretary of War in 1864 and became a national cemetery.
Military cemetery.
Downing's idea of winning over veterans actually came from New York Governor Reuben Fenton in real history. One of his two greatest achievements during his tenure was to appease veterans. In addition, he was also a rare non-bipartisan person.
The governor of New York, his party is the United Party. Of course, he later joined the Republican Party...
After hearing Tangning's proposal, Adams immediately decided to support it. This was not because Adams was so easily persuaded, but because currently, except for Tangning, there were no other candidates to win over them, let alone put forward proposals that were beneficial to them.
, so Adams can be said to have no choice...
So he quickly replied: "Mr. Tangning, I must admit that your proposals are really attractive to the members of our association. I think I can organize a speech to let them feel your care for them. Of course, if
It would be better to have some publicity in flyers or newspapers.”
"Mr. Adams, don't worry, we are contacting the exclusive printing house and newspaper, so we will definitely be able to provide it in time during the speech!" Tang Ning quickly assured, but it seems that the money will have to be paid by herself...
"That's good. In that case, I will try my best to organize all my comrades." At this point, he seemed to remember and said with a frown: "But Mr. Tangning, you have to be careful about your two competitors. Their
They are very strong." Then he added: "No matter in which aspect."
Tang Ning secretly laughed in her heart. It was really her butt that determined her head. As soon as Adams decided to support him, he started to worry about his campaign situation. So he smiled and replied: "Don't worry, I have already prepared for this."
"Okay, then I wish you, Mr. Tangning, success in your candidacy!"
After returning from the Veterans Association, Tangning saw Rockefeller unexpectedly: "Huh? Why are you here, John? I remember you should be on vacation now!"
I saw Rockefeller explaining: "Boss, you are right. I am indeed on vacation now, but I think I should take this opportunity to report to you in person. After all, I only relied on telegrams before, and the report was not comprehensive.
!”
For such a dedicated employee, Tangning naturally wanted to support her: "Well, okay, tell me, how is the business now?"
"The business of luxury carriages is now growing steadily. All investments were recovered two months ago and are in a stable profit stage." Rockefeller and Yourong Yan described.
After talking about the good news, Rockefeller changed the subject and started talking about the "bad news": "But the electric lighting business is not going well. Except for Mr. Jonathan who once introduced many customers, there are very few new customers every month. On the contrary,
There is a lot of maintenance business.”
Although Rockefeller seemed to blame himself, Tangning was mentally prepared for this, because after all, there are a lot of wealthy people in New York. Now more than two-thirds of the wealthy people have installed electric lights. This is fine. Think about it.
To develop business, you have to wait for JP Morgan to invest in building a power plant, otherwise it will not be possible to expand.
So Tang Ning consoled her: "John, I don't blame you for this. This is a problem with the electric lighting industry itself. Unless we make a big investment, this will be the way it is for the time being!"
Rockefeller nodded and agreed: "Boss, you are right. In fact, many customers are very optimistic about the prospects of our electric lighting business, but they are limited by the large investment, so no one dares to invest rashly!"
Tangning patted Rockefeller on the shoulder and said, "As long as you understand this, since you've come to Crescent City and it's during your vacation, you can just have fun here. If you don't understand anything or need help, just come and see me.
I!"
"Okay, thank you boss!"
After Rockefeller left, Isabel asked Tangning, "Master, can you take Caroline and me to see this year's gladiatorial competition?"
Tangning hesitated for a moment, then replied: "Yes, yes, but you can only go there dressed as slave girls..."
It's not that Tang Ning deliberately insulted Isabel, but in normal times, it wouldn't matter if Caroline and the others dressed casually when going shopping, but in this kind of formal occasion, they couldn't be casual, otherwise they would be laughed at by other people of the same class.
of.
Isabel didn't care about this, and replied happily: "I know the boss, then I will tell Caroline right now!"
"I really can't understand why you women would like to see such bloody things!" Tangning shook her head and sighed.
"Master, have you forgotten that what women like most is a strong man?" Isabel explained, but then she seemed to think of something and quickly added: "Master, don't get me wrong, Caroline and I didn't mean this.
I just feel like this kind of competition only happens once a year..."
This time it was Tangning who interrupted her, waving her hand and saying, "I understand what you mean, go tell Caroline!"
PS: Thanks to book friends "Tiger BOSS" and "2020607000556310" for their support, and please give me a recommendation vote. Yesterday, when I looked at the rankings, I fell down to category 20. Fortunately, it rose back up today.