Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 35, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 10 February 1911 — ASK APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR THEIR FATHER. [ARTICLE]

ASK APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR THEIR FATHER.

Children of Samuel EL Hopkins File Suit for Appointment of Guardian, Alleging Habitual Drunkenness. Bertha A. Lewis, John F. Hopkins, George H. Hopkins, Benjamin Hop? kins and James A. Hopkins, children qf Samuel H. Hopkins, well known by the name of “Farmer” Hopkins, have jointly filed a suit asking the appointment of a guardian for their father. The complaint alleges that he is an habitual drunkard. It also sets forth that he is the owner of both real estate and personal property in Jasper county and that is incapable of managing his business affairs and taking care of his propesty, and that there is danger of the defendant squandering aqd wasting his propesty:

George A. Williams is the attorney for the plaintiffs. The summons was placed in the hands of Sheriff Hoover this afternoon.

Men’s $5.00 pants for $3.50. . Men’s $4.60 pants for $3.00. Men’s $3.50 pants for $2.50. Men’s $3.00 pants for $2.00. Men’s $2.50 pants for $1,50. Men’s $2.00 pants for $1.25. Men’s $1.50 pants for SI.OO. Can you beat these prices? C. EARL DUVALL.

Mr. and Mrs. A. Q. W. Farmer arrived home Wednesday from a visit of several weeks in Oklahoma City. They had a pleasant visit with their children and with other Jasper county people. They report that Oklahoma, however, has considerable grip, and Sam Yeomaii was in very poor health for some time, but is now much better.

The orders have been issued by *he war department for the inspectior by regular army officers of all militia organizations and the Indiana guard will be inspected by officers of the 10th infantry stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison. Captain JoHh B. Schoeffel, who inspected Company M last year will again inspect the company, and his itinerary will begin at Rensselaer, where the local company, will be inspected on April 3rd. Captain Schoeffel is one of the ablest captains in the regular army, being intrusted with much detail work of an important-nature. His presence here will be welcomed and it is hoped that he will face-a full company when he comes. The annual inspection is about the most important event of the year from the military standpoint and it is important that every soldier appear at that time. Notices of the inspection will be sent out about two weeks before the date of it

Today is the 57th anniversary of the birth of Attorney Edward P. Honan, and fearing that he would be su" picious of a surprise stag this evening it was planned a day ahead of <time and took place last night Mr. and Mrs. Honan were at the home r.f Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Rhoades for supper and while-" they were there the guests dropped in. Ed Oliver, of Newland, was selected to ask Mr. Honan to come to his house at once, as he wished to- consult him about business. Mr. Honan responded promptly and was surprised almost speechless when he found his home invaded by about thirty-five “good fellows.” Ed’s big heart welled over and for a moment he went back a half century and a few tears strolled down his cheeks, then he recovered himself and the fun started. And the evening was delightfully spent at <S-handed seven-up. W. F. Smith disproved the unlucky stigma that attaches to the number “thirteen” by winning that many games and getting the prise. There were five tied for second place with twelve to their credit, and John Elglesbach brought up the rear with only three, but several guests insisted that the scorer had failed to give him credit with ten games. A nice luncheon was spread and “Big--Hearted” Ed Honan received the well wishes of his guests in hearty fashion.

NJJW CHEMICAL ENGINE IS FINE ACQUISITION. Demonstration by Fire "Department Shows Possibilities of New Fire Fighting Apparatus.

The new chemical engine purchased biy the fire department was given a trial Thursday afternoon in order thac Mayor Meyers and the members of the city council could see what it would do. * The * demonstration was very satisfactory and the engine purchased was approved.

The engine consists of a 30-gallon tank which rests on trundles under the front seat. It can be revolved and operated by means of valves on the right of the seat and has p- number of conveniences that malce it an easily operated and very practical fire fighter. The p, rimary reason- for the purchase of the enginq is the fact th.. in of the outlying districts mucp hose has to be laid that practically all the force is exhausted before the water reaches the nozzle. This chemical engine supplies its own force and throws a good stream of water through 150 feet of hose. The tank is solid copper. The carbonic acid gas, which is the most deadly fire fighter there is, is generated by mixing the water with sulphuric acid and bicarbonate of soda. It is directed thfejjgh, the hose to the base of the fire, the same as the chemical hand engines are used. The hose, which is of the best quality, is carried lir a copper ' porous box elevated to the bed’ of the fire wa&on and resting a short distance back of the seat. The hose is so adjusted by valves that after the chemicals are exhausted from the tank the valve leading to the hose can be cut off, the large hose attached to! the pipes on the side of the tank aiid water from the hydrant forced through the small hose, thus greatly reducing the use of water, as well as cleaning the hose from the chemical solution. In addition to the main tank there are two small hand tanks of 2% gallons capacity each, which ride on the steps of the wagon and which are ready for use the moment the company reaches the scene of the fire. The equipment will greatly add to the efficiency of the department and give the needed protection to property in the outlying districts. Chief Montgomery states that the Hammond company has discovered that they are able to extinguish about nine-tenths of the fires in that city by means of the chemical engines. This means a great saving of water, which it is important to consider, especially m large fires. The apparatus adds about 500 pounds to the weight of the wagon.