Preserve a decorous silence in the chamber of death--speak as little
as possible, and then only in low, subdued tones.

The members of the family are not obliged to recognize their
acquaintances. The latter show their sympathy by their presence and
considerate silence.

As the coffin is borne from the house to the hearse, gentlemen who may
be standing at the door or in the street remove their hats, and remain
uncovered until it is placed in the hearse.

The pall-bearers should be chosen from among the intimate friends of
the deceased, and should correspond to him in age and general
character.

With regard to sending flowers, the wishes of the family should be
considered. If you are uncertain upon this point, it is safe to send
them. They should be simple and tasteful.

Letters of condolence are sent to those in bereavement by their
intimate friends. We append a few forms that will be helpful to all
persons who wish to express their sympathy with the bereaved.

To a Lady on the Death of her Husband.

CLEVELAND, O., June 6, 189-.

DEAR MRS. WALROD:

Though I know that no words of mine can bring comfort to your
sorely tried heart, yet I can not refrain from writing to you
to express my deep and heartfelt sympathy in your affliction.

Knowing your husband as intimately as I did, I can understand
what a blow his death is to you. He was a man whose place
will not be easily filled in the world; how impossible to
fill it in his home!

You are, even in your loss, fortunate in this. He left behind
him a name unsullied, and which should be a priceless legacy
to his children and to you. His life was so pure and his
Christian faith so undoubted, that we may feel the blessed
assurance that he has gone to the home prepared for those who
love and faithfully serve the Lord Jesus.

This should comfort you. You have the hope of meeting him one
day in a better and a happier union than the ties that bound
you here on earth. He waits for you, and reunited there, you
will know no more parting.

I pray God to temper your affliction and give you strength to
endure it. May He, in His own good time, give you the peace
that will enable you to wait with patience until He shall
call you to meet your loved one in heaven.

Sincerely yours,

WALTER BAILEY.

MRS. LYDIA WALROD, New York.

To a Friend on the Death of Her S