DAUGHTER OF VISCOUNT—HOW ADDRESSED. An official
letter begins: Madam, and ends: I have the
honor to remain, madam, your obedient servant.
A social letter begins: Dear Miss Wilson,
and ends: Believe me, Miss Wilson, sincerely
yours.
The envelope addressed to the eldest
daughter would read: To the Honorable Miss
Wilson, but to a younger daughter: To the
Honorable Minnie Wilson.
DAYS AT HOME. Only very intimate persons should
call on any other days than those named on
an At Home card.
DAY OF WEDDING. The wedding-day is named by
the bride, and her mother's approval is asked
by the groom.
DEATH IN THE FAMILY. Cards, writing-paper, and envelopes should be bordered in black. The announcement of the death may be printed or engraved, preferably the latter. Full name of deceased, together with date of birth and death, and residence, should be given.
The frequenting of places of amusements, entertainments, or social functions should not be indulged in for at least a year if in mourning for near relatives.
CONDOLENCE. After a death in the family of an acquaintance, a card with the word Condolence written on it should be left in person or by messenger. For very intimate acquaintances, cut flowers may be left in person or sent, together with a card or letter, unless request has been made not to do so.
DEBUTANTE. A debutante should make her debut between the ages of seventeen and twenty, and should not appear at any public function before her debut. She should be thoroughly versed in the laws of good society. She should be extremely cautious at all times in her dealings with men. She should follow, without reserve, the advice of mother or chaperone. She should avoid forwardness, and be quiet in manner and in speech. Men acquaintances should be carefully chosen, and great care exercised in accepting invitations from them.
AFTERNOON TEAS (FORMAL). When a tea is given in honor of a debutante, she stands beside the hostess (usually her mother), and each guest is introduced to her. Flowers should be liberally provided, and friends may contribute on such an occasion.