Typed as spelled and written
Lena Stone Criswell

THE MARLIN DEMOCRAT
Eighteenth Year - Number 30
Marlin, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 1907
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Farewell Surprise Party.
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       In a farewell party Friday night in honor of Master John Portele, who is going to St. Edwards college, the following were present:  Misses Ruth Freddie, Dollie and Imogene Schuh, Aletha Fitzgerald and Marguertie Strack of Austin; Rodney and Burt Donohoo, Yad Edwards, Henry Czirr, Edward Fitzgerald, Randolph and John Portele.
       The hostess, Mrs. Theo. Portele, served assorted cakes and delicious cream.  Miss Marguarite Strack presided at the punch bowl.  All had a most delightful time, which was enjoyed with 42 and other games.
       Thanking the hostess highly the guests departed at a late hour.

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