I will also
equip a small fire headquarters. In view of the fact that we have no
water system, I would suggest that chemical engines be used."
"That's right," came from Mayor Appelby.
"I now, then, offer to purchase two of the best chemical engines that
can be bought," went on Mr. Bergman. "I think we will not need horses,
as the engines are light, and half a dozen persons can haul them. With
two of these machines, one on either side of the town, we can take
care of almost any ordinary blaze, as the houses here are not so close
together that we will have any great conflagration. Now it remains for
the town to act on my offer. Remember, I will furnish all the money
needed for the engines, and to fit up a headquarters. All I ask the
town to do is to supply the members and places in which to keep the
engines."
[Illustration: "One moment, if you please," began Bert.]
"You have heard the very generous offer of our distinguished fellow
townsman and public-spirited citizen, the Honorable Perrett Bergman,"
said Mayor Appelby, pompously. "What have you to say?"
"I say take it!" exclaimed Moses Sagger, quickly. He saw a chance for
a good fire department without any increase in the taxes.
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