Typed as spelled and written
Lena Stone Criswell

THE MARLIN DEMOCRAT
Thirteenth Year - Number 35
Marlin, Texas, Thursday, October 30, 1902

ARRESTED ON SUSPICION.

       A couple from Waco were arrested yesterday on suspicion.
       The girl, when questioned, said that she was in her 17th year but her appearance did not bear her statement out.  The young man was about 20 years old and he said they were trying to get married.  This seemed very questionable, however, as they had been here nearly two days and had made no effort to get married until they were arrested.  On account of the childish appearance of the girl, County Clerk McCoy refused to grant the license.
       Investigation at Waco by City Marshal Coleman over telephone failed to disclose anything upon which they could be held and they were released with the distinct understanding that they "move on."

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