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conversant, but to serve as
reminders of the many minor
courtesies of life, which are likely
to be omitted more thorough
thoughtlessness than a lack of
knowledge of what is required of
those who move in good society.
Then, again, in the swiftly moving
panorama of social life, forms and
customs are constantly changing.
Hints on these subjects are valuable
to young men and women, who are
often embarrassed for want of them.
Good manners, though perhaps not
essential of real merit, certainly
are very important and when they are
combined with mental culture, their
advantage cannot be overestimated.
In these talks it is designed to
touch briefly upon many of the
"little properties" which are the
lubricating oil of the machinery of
everyday life. Among the
topics discussed will be "Proper
Carriage," "Walking,"
"Introductions," "Salutations,"
"Visiting Cards -- Their Use, Style,
and Office," "Afternoon Receptions,"
"Teas," "Luncheons," etc. |
