LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Society of Martha Washington held its President’s Orientation and Luncheon on Saturday, August 16, at 11 a.m. at the Laredo Country Club.

At this event, the society’s president, Elva Chamberlain Puig, introduced nine ladies who will participate in this year’s debutantes during the February pageant.

There will also be two representatives who will play Martha and George Washington.

The luncheon was attended by the participants’ parents along with members of the board.

This event was prepared for the 87th Society of Martha Washington Pageant and Ball.

The theme for this year’s pageant celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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