Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1904-10-14
TALK TO Il GIRLS.

Sarah E. Wilcox recently wrote this
following, which is no mean logic to the
girls on the farm, and if followed will be
found extremely successful in the winning
Of the everlasting good favor of all with
whom they come in contact, and espe-
cially those with whom they are sheltered
by the same friendly roof:
Girls are prone to build air castles, to
dream what they would be and do If they
were a queen or a princess. Were YOU q
member of a royal household one of the
first lessons to be learned would be that
of curtesy and good manners. A princess
for discourtesy to her nurse was severely
reprimanded and summarily dismissed
from the presence OF the royal mother,
Victoria.
NDisrespect to parents, disregard OF
rightful authority, ~discourtesy toward old
people cannot be too strongly condemned.
American boys and girls might well emu
late Chinese children in this regard. They
are notably deferential to their elders and
pu~nctiliously obey their parents even
when in mature years.
"DrAJ. G. Holland it was who said: i
account a pure, beautiful, intelligent and
well bred woman to be the most attractive
object of vision in all the world Such a
woman never develops from a careless,
und~isciplined girl.
LAuC POlltClSSS liz HOO0 p4SCNAll6 iii
part a charm that eclipses beauty of
form or face. A certain polish Of address
may be acquired. but genuine politeness is
a n outgrowth from a loving heart, an UNI
selfish spirit and a proper regard for the
opinions and rights of others. A rough,
~ili-mannered boy is an abomination. What
shall we say of a rude, ill-bred girl?
Form correct personal habits. A girl
wlo is untioy in ner appointments at IL
x.f1f he oIaxtnxa1xy n . IA II O. rich 20 Ind
the style and fashion of hats and gowns,
but 1t is imperative that more time should
be given TO the study Of mind and man
ners. Money will buy fine apparel, but
never so much money will suffice to pur-
chase the charming personality and suav-
ity Of manner which characterizes the well
bred woman.
LET your clothing be neat and well
kept. Give special attention to UNDER
clothing. 1t need not be of the finest ma
,terial; may be plainly fashioned, even
darned and patched, If neatly done, with
out loss of self-respect or ~detracting from
the good opinion of any whose judgment
Is OF value. Dress to please, but never
appear pleased with your dress. Buy good
material; 1t is in the end economical; have
it well made and in good taste; then think
no more about 1t,
'Tll-kept hair, neglected teeth and soiled
iitEt 4tiC dfiRaiaPAAAbAO ~ io us
graceful. Avoid a loud tone in talking;
speak gently, but distinctly. Watch your
lips; do not say sharp things Again, DR..
Holland SAYS: "A witty woman is a most
dangerous person DO not use slang; 1t
Is very bad taste, If not decidedly vulgar,
and ii Is a formidable barrier to your en-
trance to the society of refined and cul-
tured people to which every girl should
aspire.
ssGet ready in girlhood for the serious
work Of womanhood. Do not think that
10 be heIpless n useless Is interesting
or attractive. Be alert to learn things.
sooner or later you will have to row
against the tide, possibly find yourelf in
deep waters. Alas, II you have never
learned TO swim.
I'm choosing your gentlemen friends be
wary Of the fellow who speaks lightly of
his sisters, who calls his father the gov
ernor. or his mother the old woman.
Find out how he treats old people when
he thinks the girls will never know.
IT will close this chapter with an adj
| n1irable quotation: Well mannerSd girls
do not gnsh, do not indulge M rttniiscuous
kissing at church, the public hall or on
the street. they nrc chary OF caresscs,
thew do not parade their affection; their
| love Is manifested In kind and thoughtful
4 deeds: mother finds the torn garment
mcpaed. the little baby dress finished,
father finds his slippers by the fire and the
latest paper on the table. Nothing Is too
distastefnl or trivial for this girl to do
| for those she loves: her kindness II .
! perennial spring: Il runs still but deep /"
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