There may be formed by a number, not greater than fifty (50), all of
whom shall be men of legal age, a Fire Department in said borough, to be known
as "Stanhope Hose Company No. 1," and as such may elect all necessary officers
(excepting Fire Chief) and make and provide a constitution and such bylaws
for its government and control as shall not be inconsistent with the laws
of this state.
Said Hose Company may nominate one (1) of its members
as Chief, who shall become such if such nomination shall be confirmed by the
Mayor and Council of said borough.