Nineteenth Century Medical Guide

Chapter 375 Chapter 371. Heavenly General

December 12, 13:10, Royal Palace

[Meeting Name: The 408th Meeting of the Imperial Council

Chair of the meeting: Prince Napoleon, Honorary Chairman of the Imperial Council

Meeting location: Luxembourg Palace Conference Hall

Meeting time: December 1866, 12

Participants: Minister of State - Eugene Ruhr [Deputy], Minister of Public Works - Adolphe de Larroquette [Deputy], Minister of the Imperial Palace and Fine Arts - General Jean-Baptiste Valente [Deputy] ,and others

Conference topics: 1. Statistics on the number of exhibitor categories and their proportion in each country, 2. What measures should be taken to balance the quantitative gap between each category, 3. How to expand the diversity of exhibits

Conference content:.】

"Three topics were discussed at one time. It seems that your time is also very tight." Nasan held a pipe in his hand, glanced at the beginning of the meeting minutes, and finally said: "Well, you are the chairman of the meeting, and you are responsible for everything." Just decide, what are you going to do with it?”

"It didn't go well in 55." The prince also lit a cigarette, "I still need to discuss some things with you."

Although the two were cousins ​​and seemed to have a very close relationship, and the prince was still the first in line to succeed him when he had no heirs, they often had differences or even conflicts on some important matters. The prince fully supported Nathan's becoming president, but firmly opposed him becoming emperor. After the establishment of the Second Empire, the prince took the initiative to stay away from the political center, participated in the Crimean War, and presided over the 55 World Expo. He has always been in a just right position.

If it weren't for next year's World Expo, he would probably enjoy his leisure time in Algeria or Sardinia.

"After counting the number and proportion of exhibitors from various countries, I found that this exhibition can roughly divide European economic levels." The prince pointed to the last 1/3 of the meeting minutes and said, "Because the difficulty of transporting exhibits is different, domestic exhibitors Naturally, it is the largest, accounting for more than 30%, followed by the United Kingdom at 12%, the Ottoman Empire at 9%, Italy at 8%, and Prussia at 7%."

After talking about Prussia, his fingertips suddenly crossed the 5% of Spain and 4% of Belgium, and clicked on Austria, which only had 3%: "I remember that in 55, the proportion of Austrian exhibitors exceeded that of Prussia. In just over 10 years, It’s already doubled.”

"Even if you remove the artwork, the gap is quite wide. If this data is unreliable, I have another data."

"But I always feel that Prussia won't wait. Think about what they did to Austria." What the prince fears most is not the rise of Prussia, but the excessive "courage" of the people after being instigated. "If Prussia points its guns at us, the overly enthusiastic young people will definitely clamor for war. At that time."

"The artworks at the 55 World Expo did not bring much economic benefits, so this time the committee greatly increased the proportion of machinery and industrial products." The prince took two puffs of cigarette and continued, "What do you think of this proportion?"

".emmm, I don't think so. Our national strength is much deeper than that of Prussia. They don't have the capital to challenge us in the short term."

Na San is also troubled by two big troubles around him: "The bonus for artwork must be removed."

"What if there are no restrictions?"

"what's up?"

"But mechanical products can greatly improve weapons manufacturing capabilities!" The prince had a lot to say on this point. "The officers who participated in the frontline observations of the Austro-Prussian War all lamented the excellent performance of Prussian weapons and the convenience of the railway."

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Nathan felt that his self-esteem had been challenged, so he picked up the meeting minutes and read them carefully: "Wars rely on people, not machinery and industrial products."

Na San was really too lazy to read the minutes of the meeting. He just wanted to sign it as soon as possible and let his cousin get on with it. However, this time the prince came to him for more than just that: "Your Majesty, I discovered something very interesting."

"I saw the report some time ago."

"Prussia is developing too fast, and this Prussian-Austrian War has already illustrated the problem." The prince spit out all the smoke he had just inhaled, and then said, "Although General Jean-Baptiste is the Minister of Art, he is also the Minister of Art. Same meaning."

After all, Na San was over 60, and his body had gained weight, and his urinary tract stones and gout were getting worse. Smoking continuously for a long time is also destroying this body. He increasingly feels that he is powerless and is not as courageous as before in politics: "We have done quite well in industry and economy. There are definitely shortcomings, but we cannot be too hasty and have to make changes little by little."

"Okay, it's up to you."

The prince came up with another data: "Look at the proportion of machinery and industrial products among all exhibitors in various countries. First, 1/3 of the United States is industrial products, followed by 18% of the UK and 17% of us. Belgium has 16%, and Prussia has 15%. If you look at Austria, it’s only 6%. I remember that Prussia only had about 7-8%, and Austria only had a pitiful 4%.”

"I'm afraid that more than 5000 exhibitors will join, and then the number of other categories will be squeezed out." The prince flicked off the cigarette ashes and continued, "Although it seems strange that the world's art capital rejects art exhibitors, it wants to truly generate economic benefits. We still have to look at more popular agricultural and industrial products.”

"There are indeed nearly 1000 fewer exhibitors than the previous one." The prince blew out smoke rings, "This is the result of restrictions."

"There are so few art categories. Why are there only 1/3 of industrial products." Nasan frowned, but quickly added, "Look, I'm worried about art again."

Na San nodded, twisted his body, stuck the armrest on the sore spot on his back, and continued: "Of course, even if Prussia really meant this, it would at least wait until after the World Expo. I don't think Bismarck and William will be arrogant anymore. We are so arrogant that we won’t start a war in Paris in front of so many exhibitors from all over the world. The World Expo just happens to give us an opportunity to chat, not just with Prussia, but also with Austria, Italy, Russia, and the United Kingdom.”

"I'm just making an opinion, nothing else."

The prince knew that he had no right to ask about this, so he had to bring the topic back again: "The last thing, well, actually it's not a big deal compared to the previous ones."

Na San continued to move his eyes downward, and finally saw what he said on the penultimate line: "About increasing the medical category of medical teaching products?"

"We have never considered medicine before, and a few teaching aids and instruments have been classified into the second category of academic equipment." The prince stubbed out the cigarette butt he had smoked and continued, "But you have also seen it. How popular the famous young surgeon is, especially when he saved the life of the Prince of Wales at the Countess of Bortale’s salon just a few days ago.”

Na San nodded: "I have heard about it and read it in the newspaper. After so many days, it should have reached the ears of the woman on the other side of the strait."

The prince sat up straight and said: "Based on this situation, Huote and Cedieu of the Surgical Association mentioned him again and hope to include him in the invitation list."

"The people are longing for a surgeon who can help mothers survive the difficult times, and I have no problem with that." Nassan changed his position again and continued, "I was the one who invited him to Paris through Edward's hand."

"I know, I think that... Well, I'm afraid Eugénie has long wanted to invite him to the World Expo."

Nasan glanced at him and complained: "You still don't want to see her." The prince did not deny it, but he was obviously not here today to talk about the woman: "The problem lies with the local exhibitor representatives. They are not right in the first place." I have complaints about the invitation system, but I hope everyone can bring economic benefits.”

"Where do doctors get the economic benefits?" Nathan was a little surprised. "How did the people react?"

"The public should not be interested in the guest list of the World Expo." The prince knew that he cared about public opinion, and he had done so since he returned to China to join the National Assembly. "Even if they were really interested, they should have approved it. The ones who are in trouble now are the representatives of the Chamber of Commerce."

Nassan also supports economic development. It would be better to say that France's current economy can still keep up with the UK's footsteps, and it is due to his contribution. But at the same time, he is also a very authoritarian guy: "Kavi Hines is also considered a proud man in the medical field. He has many fans in Paris, and public opinion is definitely on his side. Inviting him to the World Expo is not enough. point."

"After all, he is an Austrian and he is still so young. There are always some people gossiping." The prince also agreed to do this, but if he wanted to convince the people below, he had to give some reason. "I thought about it, why not change his identity."

"You mean the exhibitors?"

"Correct."

The prince explained: "There are too many exhibitors related to industry and agriculture. In order to balance the gap in the number of exhibitors and to increase the diversity of exhibits, I think it is good to bring him here."

"It's rare that both you and Eugenie have a good impression of him. I actually wrote the invitation letter [1] a long time ago. I originally wanted to send it to him later while he hasn't left Paris." Nasan turned back and glanced at the office. The note on the table said, "Now that there are other ways, it would be good to save a guest spot. As long as we can invite him to Paris again."

"Then it's settled." The prince said with a smile, "I will leave his name in the list of exhibitors."

Nasan looked at the white smoke coming out of the pipe, and suddenly thought of something as his expression drifted away, and asked: "By the way, since he is asked to be an exhibitor, what exhibits should he bring?"

"There is no need for exhibits. In other words, he himself is the best exhibit."

"Oh, no wonder the medical teaching category written above turns out to be this."

The prince smiled and waved his hand: "His demonstration surgery, his standing in the middle of the auditorium and speaking, even the casual drawings of anatomical structures have been classified as part of the textbook by the surgical association. The publisher has been contacted and will be used in the revision next year."

“What a talent”

At this time, Kawei has already decided on his itinerary to leave Paris. He will take the train back at noon tomorrow with Elizabeth's team. When passing through Switzerland, he would get off the bus and stay in Zurich for a few days before returning home alone.

I thought there would be opposition, but Mick and Elizabeth both acquiesced. Maybe this is the influence brought by fame.

Now he is spending his last days here by the Seine. To be precise, it is his last days in Paris this year. After all, Holt personally guaranteed his participation in the World Expo.

It's not that Kawei really wanted to participate, there were just too many people looking for him, and it was difficult to refuse such hospitality, so he just treated it as a part of the fun.

In recent days, whenever he needs to think, Carvey will come to the Seine River and take a walk along the river bank. It is a kind of brain-changing method. It is easier to think about problems while watching others work and thinking on your own while walking.

Walk all the way from Pont Neuf to Ile de la Cité, pass by the statue of Henry IV, and walk into the small park. Just sit down by the chestnut tree to relax your nervous mood.

Perhaps the northern end of Ile de la Cité separates the river, making the current here turbulent and forming backwaters. There are always fishermen active on both sides of the island. They would send the small fish they caught to a restaurant called "Wonderful Fishing Ground" on the island to make fried fish, with the red wine bread they brought with them, and eat while fishing. The day passed like this.

In addition to those fishermen who want to fill their stomachs, there are also some people who come here to feed their spiritual world.

"Dr. Carvey?"

The first person to discover him was Morisot, who had met him once in a salon before. After completing the transaction, she went to other exhibition halls and missed the operation. She was very upset: "If I had known it was your cesarean section, I would have Whatever you say, go in and draw it!”

Kawei did not reply, but asked: "Are you here to sketch?"

"Yes, with friends." Morisot turned around and included Manet, Monet, Renoir, and Degas, as if he had stabbed the Impressionists in their den.

"And me and me!!!" A young man stood up from the dining table further away, greeted Morisot with a smile, and walked happily towards here, "You are that Doctor Carvey ?”

"you are?"

"Maupassant, aspire to be a great poet like Mr. Bouye!"

"A few days ago you said you wanted to become a great poet like Swinburne." Morisot couldn't stand the young man's temper. "It's only been a few days, why have you changed?"

"That Englishman? Although the poems he wrote are indeed good, they are too rigid. They are as dusty as living in a missionary school all their lives!" Maupassant looked disdainful. "If I really become like him, I can't live at all. ”

"Okay, okay, whatever you want to do, just stop pestering me."

Morisot took a few steps behind Carvey, trying to get further away from him. Unexpectedly, Maupassant seemed to have overcome the shadow of rejection long ago, and even introduced his affair in Pigalle with a smile.

Kawei drank all the coffee on the table, looked at these young people who would become artistic giants in the future, and called the carriage parked on the shore over.

"Doctor Carvey, are you leaving now?" Maupassant was very interested in the cesarean section in the salon that day. "Why don't you briefly tell me what happened in the salon that day?"

"It's getting late, I have surgery later." Kawei looked at his pocket watch, not wanting to refute the future great writer's interest, "If you don't mind, then get in the car together and talk to you slowly on the way."

(End of this chapter)