Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 162, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 11 July 1919 — BEG YOUR PARDON. [ARTICLE]

BEG YOUR PARDON.

Herman J. Kuppers, manager of the Jasper County Farms company, has requested the Republican to correct articles which have appeared in these columns relative to the recent disturbances near Newland. Mr. Kuppers states that he is in no manner connected with Ed Oliver. That the management and control of the farms formerly under Mr. Oliver’s management are now entirely in charge of Mr. Kuppers and that Mr. Oliver has had nothing whatever to do with the management and control of the actual farming of the land since Mr. Kuppers has been placed in charge. Furthermore, that any actions by Mr. Kuppers during the time of the disagreement between Robert Grimm and himself were independent of Mr. Oliver and that Mr. Oliver was present merely as a spectator and not with Mr. Kuppers’ consent. Mr. Kuppers states that the policy which has 'been adopted by the Jasper County Farms company and the management of their lands in this county has been one adopted because of the sincere desire on their part to make that portion of the county a safe and pleasant locality in Which to reside. That, it has been their desire to place tenants on their farms and to employ men who will upbuild the community and who will be a permanent asset to the community. The former disturbing elements who resided there, have made this a very difficult task and the company regrets that any unpleasantness has arisen. They have faith in the opportunities which abound m that portion of the county. It is their belief that if properly managed and farmed that that community will' be the most progressive community in Jasper county. The Jasper County Farms company does not assume any responsibility for any promises which were made by Mr. Oliver when he was in control of the lands near Newland. Insofar as possible Mr. Kuppers has endeavored to employ as many men from that community as could the requirements and the standard which has been set. Those who could not do this have been discharged from the employment and honest, industrious men have replaced them. It is to be hoped that no future unpleasantness will arise and that the community^ will do its share in co-operating with Mr. Kuppers in his efforts to develop the lands lying in that portion of the C °The above was handed to us by the attorney representing Mr. Kupners and we are pleased to give it space. The Republican is very anxious to be fair and square with all people at all times.