Until I was sixteen the most exalted person I’d ever met in my life was a London County Councillor. I’m not quite sure if I know how to behave with royal personages.
Jack Straw.
Why on earth don’t you buy a book on etiquette? I always carry one about with me.
Ethel.
Mother bought several when you said you’d come down.
Jack Straw.
I wonder if she’s got the same as mine. You know I never can remember to call a serviette a napkin.
Ethel.
Mamma’s very particular about that.
Jack Straw.