The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions by Walter Cox Green
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page 80 of 359 (22%)
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If the hostess is out, he should leave two
cards--one for each. BREAKFASTS, LUNCHEONS, DINNERS. A man should leave a card the day after a breakfast, luncheon, or dinner for the host and hostess, whether the invitation was accepted or not. They may also be sent by mail or messenger, with an apology for so doing. BALLS, SUBSCRIPTION. Shortly after receiving an invitation to a subscription ball, a man should leave a card for the patroness inviting him. DEBUTANTE. When calling upon a debutante a man should leave cards for her mother, whether the entertainment was attended or not. ENTERTAINMENT BY MEN. After a man's formal entertainment for men, a man should leave a card within one week, whether the event was attended or not. It can be sent by mail or messenger. RECEPTION. When the host and hostess receive together, a man should leave one card for both, and if not present at the reception, he should send two cards. |
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