Elinor Ames' book of modern etiquette illustrated.
Ames, Elinor,1909-
New York : Walter J. Black,
1935.
Includes index.
1. Manners : the art of living graciously -- 2. Charm, personality, and social poise -- 3. Introductions and greetings -- 4. Manners in public -- 5. Conversation -- 6. The child : his christening and early manners -- 7. The 'teen age -- 8. If you must "come out"! -- 9. What are chaperons for? -- 10. The unmarried man and woman -- 11. The divorcée, gay or otherwise -- 12. The engaged couple -- 13. The engaged girl's trousseau and hope chest -- 14. Bridal and other showers -- 15. The wedding -- 16. The wedding reception -- 17. Wedding invitations and announcements -- 18. Visiting cards and formal visits -- 19. Social and business correspondence -- 20. The house and its servants -- 21. The perfect guest and the ideal hostess -- 22. What gift shall I send? -- 23. Correct dress -- 24. Table manners -- 25. Wines : when and how to serve them -- 26. Cocktails and capapés -- 27. Dinners : formal and informal -- 28. Lunches : formal and informal -- 29. Breakfasts, suppers, and buffet meals -- 30. Teas, receptions, and bridge parties -- 31. Birthday, anniversary, and informal parties -- 32. Dances and balls -- 33. So you're going away? -- 34. The etiquette of travel -- 35. Sports and clubs -- 36. Business etiquette -- 37. Funerals and mourning etiquette -- 38. Etiquette in Washington -- 39. Informal friendships and their code -- 40. The military wedding -- 41. In the service -- Appendix. Questions and answers.
Etiquette