not convey the idea that her whole skill consists in
adjusting tastefully some trifling ornaments. A simple style of dress
is an indication of modesty.

1934. Cleanliness.

The hands should receive special attention. They are the outward signs
of general cleanliness. The same may be said of the face, the neck,
the ears, and the teeth. The cleanliness of the system generally, and
of bodily apparel, pertains to Health, and is treated of under this
head.

1935. The Handkerchief.

There is considerable art in using this accessory of dress and
comfort. Avoid extreme patterns, styles, and colours.

Never be without a handkerchief. Hold it freely in the hand, and do
not roll it into a ball. Hold it by the centre, and let the corners
form a fan-like expansion. Avoid using it too much. With some persons
the habit becomes troublesome and unpleasant.

[PUNCTUALITY BEGETS CONFIDENCE.]

1936. Visits and Presentations.

i. Friendly calls should be made in the forenoon, and require
neatness, without costliness of dress.

ii. Calls to give invitations to dinner-parties, or balls, should be
very short, and should be paid in the afternoon.

iii. Visits of condolence require a grave style of dress.

iv. A formal visit should never be made before noon. If a second
visitor is announced, it will be proper for you to retire, unless
you are very intimate both with the host and the visitor announced;
unless, indeed, the host expresses a wish for you to remain.

v. Visits after balls or parties should be made within a month.

vi. In the latter, it is customary to enclose your card in an
envelope, bearing the address outside. This may be sent by post, if
you reside at a distance.

vii. But, if living in the neighbourhood, it is polite to send your
servant, or to call in person. In the latter case a corner should be
turned down.

viii. Scrape your shoes and use the mat. Never appear in a
drawing-room with mud on your boots.

ix. When a new visitor enters a drawing-room, if it be a gentleman,
the ladies bow slightly, if a lady, the guests rise.

x. Hold your hat in your hand, unless requested to put it down. Then
lay it beside you.

xi. The last arrival in a drawing-room takes a seat left vacant near
the mistress of the house.

xii. A lady is not required