Lessons on Manners for School and Home Use

Lesson VII.

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MANNERS IN SOCIETY. ——————————

Entering and taking leave. Removal of hat and care of wrappings. Various courtesies. Staring at or speaking of defects and infirmities. Treatment of accidents and mistakes. Whispering, laughing, and private conversation. Attention to one's dress or matters of toilet. Sitting still gracefully. Inattention to the company we are in. Introductions. Giving proper titles. Attention in conversation,—illustration. Attention to reading or music. Looking over another's shoulder. Reading letters. Interest in what is shown us. Asking questions of strangers. Contradicting statements. Doing our part.