e in it.

If a man is delayed in claiming a woman for the promised dance, he
should make profuse apologies.

A man dances first with the woman he escorts, or with the daughters of
the hostess, or her guests in the house. Afterward he may choose for
himself, always remembering that he should assist his hostess in
giving a good time to all.

A woman always makes the first move toward going home at every social
gathering. At a dance it is not necessary to say good-night to the
hostess unless there is a good opportunity.

If a man is suddenly called away, he should try to find partners for
the ladies with whom he engaged dances, and should explain his leaving
to them.

It is not obligatory, but simply a pleasant custom, for a man to send
flowers to the young woman whom he is going to escort to a dancing
party. When she is his fiancee, it is especially appropriate and
appreciated.

When one is on a visit, or at a house or weekend party, one has to
follow the style of dress of the people whom one is visiting, so no
hard and fast rules can be laid down. One should have suitable
garments for each of the forms of recreation which one is to enjoy,
and should follow quite closely the requirements of the hour.

When traveling, small, plain hats and tidily draped veils are
necessary. For mountain visits, thicker clothing and heavier wraps
will be in demand, than are used in the city. When it is the custom to
dress for dinner, one should always adhere to it, and so plan one's
hours that nothing interferes with so doing and being prompt as well.

A guest should not claim the entire time of her hostess. The hours
between breakfast and lunch belong to the hostess for the doing of her
household and family duties, and the guest should entertain herself
during them.

No guest should ever accept an invitation to an entertainment, a
drive, or any other amusement without first consulting with her
hostess. If, having friends in the same city or town, she has
invitations from them for special occasions, she should inform her
hostess of them promptly, that two plans may not be made for the same
date.

Unless a guest is ill or very old and feeble, she never suggests
retiring. That is the duty of the hostess.

A guest should take pains to arrive when expected. If she has promised
a visit, she should keep her promise, unless matters of serious
illness or grave moment forbid it, in which case a prompt and
explanatory apology is imper