2601. When a new visitor enters a drawing-room, if it be a gentleman, the ladies bow slightly; if a lady, the guests rise.
2602. Hold your hat in your hand, unless requested to place it down. Then lay it beside you.
2603. The last arrival in a drawing-room takes a seat left vacant near the mistress of the house.
2604. A lady is not required to rise on receiving a gentleman, nor to accompany him to the door.
2605. When your visitor retires, ring the bell for the servant. You may then accompany your guest as far toward the door as the circumstances of your friendship seem to demand.