The gentle minde by gentle deeds is knowne;For a man by nothing is so well bewrayedAs by his manners.
—SPENSER
FOREWORD
MAXIMS OF CONDUCT
GREETING
THE STREET
THE STREET-CAR
CORRIDORS
CLASSROOM
LUNCH ROOM
THE ASSEMBLY HALL
DUTY TO CLUB OR CLASS SPONSOR
THE LAVATORY
DUTY TO YOUR CHAPERON
DUTY TO YOUR HOSTESS
DUTY TO ONE ANOTHER
DUTY TO OLDER PEOPLE
INVITATIONS
DANCING REQUIREMENTS
REFRESHMENTS AT PARTIES
TABLE MANNERS
DUTY TO YOURSELF
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"The supreme business of the school is to developa sense of justice, the power of initiative, independenceof character, correct social and civic habits,and the ability to coöperate toward the commongood."—Dr. Frank Crane.
How do you develop correct social habits, thehabits of a gentleman or a lady?
You develop correct social habits just as youdevelop correct habits in playing ball, or in swimming,—youdiscover the rules; then you practise,practise, practise. A good general rule is,Do what a kind heart prompts; for,
We earnestly hope this little book may helpgirls and boys to become happier, more agreeable,and more effective citizens.
THE DEANS OF GIRLS,
CHICAGO HIGH SCHOOLS.
Let us have faith that right makes might; and in that faithlet us dare to do our duty as we understand it.
—LINCOLN.
—EARL OF CHESTERFIELD.
—FRANKLIN.
—DISRAELI.
—NEW TESTAMENT.