Chapter 263 A far-reaching speech [6000 words]

Banger Brigade.

Under the watchful eyes of four or five hundred clan members, the new clan leader Deng Shirong delivered a far-reaching speech.

“Poverty alleviation and prosperity are easy to say but difficult to do.”

Deng Shirong looked at the tribesmen who were listening to him quietly, and said in a deep voice: "Let's not talk about the past, let's talk about the past one or two years after the land was distributed to each household. Because the grain left after paying the public grain tax is theirs, everyone's enthusiasm has been improved, and everyone has worked hard, and the harvest is indeed more than before.

Moreover, everyone raised a few more pigs and a lot of chickens, ducks and geese, and life seemed to be getting better and better.

However, if you want to get rid of poverty and become rich, you can’t just rely on these.”

Upon hearing this, a tribesman immediately said, "Jiugong, we should all learn from you and turn the mountains we have been allocated into orchards. After we plant lychee trees, we should be able to get rid of poverty and become rich, right?"

Another tribesman said, "Yes, Jiugong, you have made more than a thousand yuan from selling lychees this year, and nearly five thousand yuan from selling watermelons. We have reclaimed the orchard now, and when the weather gets warmer, we will plant lychee trees and watermelons. Wouldn't that help us get out of poverty and become rich soon?"

Deng Shirong smiled and said, "Indeed, if we open up orchards and plant fruits now, we should be able to make a lot of money in the next few years, so that everyone can live a good life for a few years. But as more and more people grow fruits, I'm afraid it will become harder and harder to make money."

Deng Yungui in the crowd nodded and said, "Uncle Jiu is right. Anything is worthless if you have too much of it. This is true for people as well. When I gave birth to my first son, I was so happy that I carried him around the village all day long. But when my second, third, and even fourth sons were born, I was too lazy to even hold them."

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience burst into laughter.

Deng Yungui is not the only one who has had such an experience. More than 80% of the people here are parents, and most of them have had similar experiences. When they gave birth to their first son, they treasured him very much and never got angry no matter how noisy his son made.

But when he had more sons, his attitude changed. He would beat them at any time, and the treatment was really completely different.

"So, if you want to get rich by growing fruit trees, you have to contract a large area of ​​mountains to grow fruit trees. Otherwise, it is impossible to do it with just the few mountains we have."

Deng Shirong continued, "There are also pig farming, chicken and duck farming, and geese farming. This is also a good source of income, but unless it is large-scale farming, it is impossible to get rich with just a few pigs and dozens of chickens, ducks, and geese."

Thanks to his son and daughter-in-law, Deng Yunqiang is the first person in the entire Bangjie Brigade to follow Uncle Jiu's footsteps to plant lychees and reap the benefits this year. Now, when he hears Uncle Jiu predict that fruit planting may only make money for a few years, he can't help but feel a little worried and asks, "Uncle Jiu, what should we do to truly get rid of poverty and become rich?"

Everyone present wants to know the answer to this question.

So, everyone looked at Deng Shirong, the new clan leader, waiting for his answer.

"There are many ways to get out of poverty and become rich, such as doing business, contracting mountains for planting, or large-scale breeding. These are all opportunities to get out of poverty and become rich, but these methods all have considerable risks."

Deng Shirong explained one by one: "Take doing business as an example. There is no business in the world that is guaranteed to make a profit. There are risks in doing any business. If you lose money by mistake, the capital you have worked hard to save for many years may be gone.

The same principle applies to contracting mountains for planting. As far as I know, the trees in Longtan's pepper field were frozen to death due to the low temperature and frost this year. In addition, we often have typhoons here. If large-scale planting encounters such natural disasters, you will most likely lose all your money.

Large-scale breeding is more risky. If the herd gets infected, a large number of them will die. If it happens once, several years or even more than ten years of work may be in vain. Even if there is no infection, it is not necessarily profitable to raise the herd. There are many tricks involved! Therefore, you can try the above methods, but they are probably only suitable for a few people. In my opinion, there is only one method that is truly suitable for everyone, and that is to educate your children well and let them go to school. "

After hearing what Deng Shirong said before, all the tribesmen present nodded secretly.

But after hearing the rest, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment. How did this talk about getting out of poverty and becoming rich have to do with education? Immediately, a member of the tribe asked, "Jiu Gong, what does this have to do with your children's education?"

Deng Shirong said: "Of course it is related. As the saying goes, all things are inferior, only reading is superior. Reading can be said to be the only way out for most of us rural people. Now the state guarantees jobs for secondary schools, colleges and universities, and you are a cadre as soon as you graduate.

If a cadre emerges from a family, the fate of the whole family will be changed. This is truly a win-win situation.”

Hearing this, Deng Shian could not help but continue, "That's absolutely true. Let's not talk about the distant past. Take the clan leader's second son, Deng Yunheng, for example. He was admitted to Peking University and became a high-ranking cadre upon graduation. As long as he works his way up step by step, it will only take him a dozen years. I'm afraid he won't even be able to be a county magistrate in a high position.

If he really gets to this point, it will be a real honor for our family. Our Ye Deng family tree will have to open a new page for him to record his great achievements. Just think about how great an honor this is!"

These words made the blood boil for all the clan members present. A new page was opened in the family tree. Who wouldn't want such an honor in a rural area where clan values ​​are strong?

Just like those talented people all want to leave their names forever.

In later generations, when donating money to build the ancestral hall, every clan member donated enthusiastically in order to have their names left on the monument of merit.

How can leaving one's name on the monument of merit in the ancestral hall be compared with opening a new page in the family tree? They are completely on different levels.

This is because the genealogy will continue to exist as long as the surname is not cut off, while the merit stele in the ancestral hall will only last for 20 to 30 years at most. When the ancestral hall is rebuilt next time, a new merit stele will be replaced.

Therefore, being able to open a new page in the family tree is truly the greatest honor for the clan members.

But soon, someone said in frustration: "Secretary, clan leader, we all know the benefits of studying, but our children can't study well, and we as parents can't do anything!"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the tribesmen present immediately echoed them.

"Yeah, that brat of mine has never passed any exams. It's impossible to expect him to get into college and change the fate of our family."

"Who said it wasn't true? After Uncle Yunheng was admitted to Peking University, I took good care of my children. Unfortunately, they were not good at studying. I can't read, so I can't teach them even if I want to. I don't have the time to teach them. I guess there is no hope for them."

"My son is hopeless too. He handed in a blank paper in the last exam. I was almost mad to death!"

“…”

Deng Shirong was very understanding when he heard the complaints from his tribesmen.

Not to mention the present era, even in the future, the importance that rural people attach to education cannot be compared with that of urban people. It is basic practice for parents in the city to help their children with homework and accompany them in study. If they have the conditions, they will also hire tutors and enroll them in various cram schools.

In rural areas, except for a few families who are a little stricter, most families take a laissez-faire attitude.

Anyway, if you can study, then study. If you can’t, then go out and work. There’s nothing much to say.

What Deng Shirong needs to do now is to change this concept as much as possible. He stretched out his hand and pressed it lightly. When everyone was quiet, he said: "I know everyone's difficulties, but education is a long-term plan. As long as more people in the clan are admitted to high school, technical secondary school, college and university, then our Naye Deng clan will naturally become stronger and stronger.

Therefore, I plan to take the lead in setting up grants and scholarships in the clan. Grants are specifically designed to help those children in the clan who come from poor families but have good academic performance, and scholarships are specifically designed to reward those children in the clan who are admitted to high school, technical secondary school, junior college, and university.

As for the source of funds, it is up to the tribesmen to donate freely. What do you think? "

In later generations, in the territory of Bobai County, basically most of the surnames would do this. As long as someone in the clan was admitted to university, they would be given a certain reward. These funds were donated voluntarily by the clan members, especially those bosses who were doing well and cared about their reputation, and they contributed a lot of money.

The effect of doing this is actually limited. Whether or not one can be admitted to university has little to do with the little money awarded by the clan. But it must be said that this is something that can enhance cohesion. Now that Deng Shirong has come up with this system in advance, there should be some effect.

After all, most families in the future are not short of that little money, and the reward given by the clan is just a pleasant surprise, so the incentive effect is limited. But now most families are in financial difficulties, and the reward given by the clan is still very tempting.

Deng Shian was so excited when he heard this that he clapped his hands and said, "Education is a long-term plan. This is really well said. The proposal of grants and scholarships is also very good. It seems that I really did not make a mistake in choosing you. Letting you, Laojiu, to be the head of this clan is really the right choice. Under your leadership, our Naye Deng clan will surely become stronger and stronger."

Deng Yungui also strongly agreed, "Uncle Jiu's suggestion is really good. This is a great thing that will benefit the whole family. Count me in when you donate."

Deng Yunjun nodded and said, "These grants and scholarships need to be maintained for a long time. It is definitely not enough to rely on the donations of a few people. It is best for the whole clan to contribute. There are also many people in our clan working outside. I think it is necessary to inform them. No matter how much they donate, it is a token of their appreciation."

Deng Yunqiang echoed, "Indeed, unity is strength. Who doesn't have children studying? Even if this generation doesn't have children, the next generation will have them. This is a reward that every member of the clan has the opportunity to get. Those who have money can contribute money, and those who have strength can contribute strength. We must make this happen."

The other tribesmen also agreed when they heard this. Just as Deng Yungui said, this was a great thing that would benefit the entire tribe, and it did not force every member of the tribe to donate money. Who would be stupid enough to refuse such a good thing?

Seeing that no one had any objection, Deng Shirong smiled and said, "We will publish a donation honor roll every year and post it in the ancestral hall, so that our ancestors can see how united we are and how prosperous our Deng clan is."

This statement naturally gained the support of everyone, and the tribesmen who were already prepared to donate money became even more excited.

We are all mortals with emotions and desires. Between donating money silently and being listed on the honor roll after donating money, 99% of people will choose the latter.

"Okay then, it's settled. I'll work out a detailed rule later and start implementing it when you start school this summer. As for donations, they'll start from tomorrow. Changqian, you'll be responsible for collecting the money and keeping records. Is that okay?" Deng Shirong looked at Deng Changqian and said.

"No problem Jiugong!"

Deng Changqian is the accountant of the Naye Production Team. He is a man of excellent character. When it comes to financial matters, we can rest assured in letting him be in charge.

"That's all I have to say for now. In addition to farming, everyone should focus on cultivating orchards and planting fruit trees as soon as possible. It is best to choose fruit trees that are more profitable quickly. According to my speculation, the most profitable time for fruit is in the next few years. It will not be easy to make money like we do now in a few years."

Deng Shirong made his final conclusion, saying, "After growing fruits for a few years, I will think of a few more projects that can continue to make money. I must make our Naye Deng family the richest family in Shuangwang and even in the entire Bobai, and make girls from other families proud to marry a young man from our Naye Deng family."

"Jiu Gong said it very well!"

"It would be great if there really was such a day!"

"Jiu Gong, I believe that with your ability, you can lead us to this point."

“…”

The pancake drawn by Deng Shirong is so delicious. Regardless of whether they can eat it or not, just seeing this pancake can make the tribesmen excited as if they were injected with chicken blood. Each of them is full of energy and confidence in the future.

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After the meeting, the tribesmen from each village went back together, discussing what was discussed at the meeting along the way.

An hour later, the news that Uncle Jiu had become the new head of the Naye Deng clan spread throughout the entire Bangjie Brigade. At the same time, the speech delivered by the new head at the clan meeting was also spread. Naturally, the Deng clan members cheered when they heard it, while people with other surnames could only envy.

…

Deng Shirong returned home after attending the clan meeting. His sons, daughters and daughters-in-law all congratulated him with smiles on their faces. Although the status and position of the clan leader in this era cannot be compared with that of the clan leader in the old society, the clan leader still has great appeal in the clan, which is naturally something to be happy about.

After talking about the clan's affairs, Zhang Xiuping said, "Dad, we are going to Bobai tomorrow. My relatives from my mother's side may stay there for a few days, so I have to go there in advance to make arrangements."

Deng Shirong immediately said: "Then when you move up, buy a few more bunk beds, including my room, and put two beds in each room. You can also put two beds in the living room on the first floor, so that your relatives from your mother's side can all stay there.

Of course, if you see a suitable house, you can buy it. It’s up to you to decide.”

Zhang Xiuping smiled and said, "I'm also planning to use my cousin's house!"

Deng Shirong said, "It's OK to live there, but the location of that house is a little remote, and it's not very convenient to get in and out. It's better to buy a few more beds. After all, we are all family members, so it doesn't matter if we live a little crowded. If there is a suitable house nearby, I would buy it. I wanted to buy another house before, but I didn't buy it because I didn't find a suitable one."

"Okay, I got it!"

Zhang Xiuping nodded, looked at her sister-in-law and said, "Ah Zhen, will you go up with us tomorrow?"

Deng Yunzhen shook her head and said, "Sister-in-law, you guys go up first. I'll take Xiao Dong'er home to play for a while and go up when the weather warms up. It's too cold now. It's not convenient to give Xiao Dong'er a bath in the county town. I'm afraid she'll catch a cold if I'm slow to put on clothes.

At home, at least there is a fire to warm her up, and we can even give her a bath next to the fire, so she won’t be afraid of getting cold when she puts on clothes.”

Zhang Xiuping also knew about this situation. She and her sister-in-law were as close as sisters, so she didn't bother to be polite with her and said, "Well, thank you for your hard work, my aunt."

Deng Yunzhen smiled and said, "What's so hard about it? Xiaodong'er is very popular at home, and there are many people who want to take her out to play."

Deng Yuntai, who was sitting across from the fire, patted Deng Yunsong on the shoulder and said, "Xiaosong, with your current grades, you will have no problem getting into the best high school in the city. But I think the best high school in our county is not much worse than the city high school. It's not convenient for you to study in the city alone. You might as well choose to study in the county, where food and accommodation are convenient."

Deng Yunsong nodded and said, "I think so too. If nothing unexpected happens, I should choose Bo Gao."

Deng Shirong said: "The gap between Bogao and Yugao is not too big. You can choose which school to study at. The faculty at Yugao is better. It gathers the best students in the city, so there are more people with good academic performance. If you can stand out here, Tsinghua University and Peking University will definitely be in your hands.

In comparison, Bogao is slightly inferior in terms of faculty and student quality, but the competition pressure is not that great in Bogao, and it is easier to stand out and be valued by the school. As long as you sit firmly in the first place in the grade, it is almost certain that you will be admitted to Tsinghua University or Peking University. "

Deng Yunzhen continued, "Xiaosong, you have to work hard and strive to have another student from our family who is worthy of a place at Tsinghua University or Peking University in three and a half years. By then, I can't even imagine how glorious our family will be in the village."

Zhang Xiuping thought of the sensation her second uncle caused in the village when he was admitted to Peking University, and said with deep approval, "By then, I'm afraid even the commune secretary will have to come over in person to congratulate him."

Deng Yunsong's eyes were full of confidence, but he said modestly: "It's not easy to get into Tsinghua University or Peking University. I'll try my best!"

Hearing this, Deng Yuntai looked at his father and asked, "Dad, you want to set up grants and scholarships in the clan. As long as you pass high school, you will be given a certain amount of reward. If you are admitted to a university of the level of Tsinghua University or Peking University, how much money do you plan to award?"

"Since you asked this, I will tell you my thoughts and you can see if they make sense."

"Dad, you speak, and we listen."

Seeing that his son, daughter and daughter-in-law were all interested, Deng Shirong said, "Everyone who passes the high school entrance exam will receive a 50 yuan reward."

Deng Yuntai was shocked when he heard this and said in surprise: "Dad, this reward is too high. Although there are not many high school students in our village, there are still some who are admitted to high school. If it is enlarged to the whole family, there will be at least a dozen or twenty high school students every year. This alone will cost thousands of yuan."

Deng Shirong said: "It is worthwhile for the clan to spend this money. Although it seems that there is no use for high school students because the government does not provide them with jobs, it is actually very useful. In this era, high school graduates are considered highly educated talents. There will be many places where the clan can use them in the future!"

Deng Yuntai asked: "High school students have a 50 yuan reward, what about technical secondary schools?"

Deng Shirong said: "For technical secondary schools, all will receive a 100 yuan reward."

Deng Yuntai nodded and said, "There are only a few technical secondary school students in the whole clan every year. This reward is quite appropriate."

Deng Yunzhen asked, "Dad, what about college? How much money will be awarded?"

Deng Shirong said: "College students will receive a 150 yuan reward."

This is also reasonable, after all, there are fewer junior colleges than technical secondary schools.

Zhang Xiuping also asked with interest: "Dad, what about college?"

Deng Shirong said: "For universities, I have divided them into several levels. For ordinary universities, the award is 180 yuan; if it is one of the top 100 universities in the country, the award is 200 yuan; if you are admitted to a university of the same level as Shanghai Jiaotong University, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Peking Union Medical College, Shanghai Medical University, Beijing Medical University, Beihang University, Wuhan University, Beijing Normal University, or Harbin Institute of Technology, the award is 300 yuan;

If you are admitted to Zhejiang University or Nankai University, you will receive a prize of 500 yuan; if you are admitted to University of Science and Technology of China, Nanjing University and Fudan University, you will receive a prize of 800 yuan.

If you are admitted to Tsinghua University or Peking University, you will be awarded 1,000 yuan. "

In this era, there is actually no authoritative ranking of universities. However, Deng Shirong once read a well-reasoned article in later life and felt that this ranking had a certain degree of accuracy, so he used it. Anyway, this is just a preliminary charter, and if it is felt to be inappropriate, it can be changed at any time.

Deng Yuntai and others only knew that Tsinghua University and Peking University were great, and in their eyes, other universities were all the same. They were a little surprised to see that their father divided universities into so many levels, but they had no objection to this award.

This reward is indeed high, so high that it is a bit outrageous, but looking at the entire clan, how many people can get it?

You know, in their Naye Village, up to now, there is only one college student, Deng Yunheng, and no one knows where the second college student is! Other villages are not much better, many villages have not produced any college students until now, so you can imagine how scarce college students are in this era.

Deng Yunhua's eyes widened when he heard this, and he said with regret, "It's a pity that Second Brother missed this reward. It's such a pity. But Third Brother, your grades are so good, there is a chance to make up for this regret. You must take this 1,000 yuan reward!"

Deng Yunsong was also very motivated after hearing this, and secretly vowed in his heart that he must be the first person in the entire clan to receive this highest reward.

(End of this chapter)