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Page 45
When tired, the woman should indicate a
desire to stop dancing.
When the dancing ends, the woman takes
her partner's arm and strolls about a few minutes.
He then conducts her to her seat by
her chaperone, and, after a few remarks, excuses himself.
When supper is announced, and the young
woman and her chaperone are in conversation
with the man who danced with her last, they
should accept his offer as escort if they are
not already provided with one.
If a woman is without escort when supper
is announced, she must rely upon attendants
or members of the host's family.
At balls and assemblies where small tables
are provided for the supper, the woman should
not sit alone at a table with her partner, but
she should have others present also.
DEBUTANTE. At a debutante's reception the
first partner is selected by the mother, usually
the nearest and dearest friend, who dances
but once with her, and the others follow.
DANCES (FORMAL).
HOST. When supper is announced, the host
leads the way with his partner, followed by
hostess and escort, the rest following.
HOSTESS. She should limit the number of guests
to the capacity of the house.
Invitations should include more men than
women, for some men may not attend, and
of those who do come, some may not
dance.
An awning and carpet should be spread
from curb to steps. The man stationed at
the curb should open carriage doors for
arriving and departing guests, distribute carriage-
checks, and tell the drivers at what
hour to return.
The servant opening the door directs the
guests to their respective dressing-rooms.
A small orchestra should be provided and
concealed behind palms or flowers.
In the absence of polished floors, carpets
should be covered with linen crash, tightly
and securely laid, in order to stand the strain
of dancing.
Friends may assist in taking care of the
guests, making introductions, etc.
SUPPER. Supper may be served at one large
table or many small ones, as desired.
DANCES (INFORMAL). Dances of this character lack all
possible formality. The invitations may be
written or verbal.
Piano music is all that is required, played
by one of the family or a professional.
Refreshments of a suitable nature are provided.
See also Chaperone. Dances.
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