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Page 77
Those invited to an entertainment are on
equal footing; it is therefore not necessary
to introduce one to another. Conversation
may be held without this formality, though
introductions may take place if desired.
When an introduction occurs, future recognition
is not warranted. For this reason
great care should be exercised at entertainments
that only those who are congenial to
each other should be brought together.
At small gatherings it is more kindly to
introduce. When many are present, it is not
customary to do so.
Introductions should not take place in a
church or on the steps.
It is quite proper to introduce one group
to another without formality at any outdoor
function--athletic games, etc. Such introductions
need not imply further acquaintance
if undesirable.
DANCING. The man must be introduced to the
woman, and he should ask her for the privilege
of a dance.
ENTERTAINMENTS. Introductions are not absolutely
required at musicales, teas, "At
Homes," etc. One may converse with those
nearest, but this does not warrant future
recognition.
MEN. Men are introduced to women and single
men to married men.
When introduced to a woman, a man
should bow but not shake hands, and make
some pleasant observations, and express
pleasure at the introduction.
When introduced to another man, the
man should shake hands.
Business introductions are immediate and
personal, and are intended to bring men
together without much formality. No formality
is required in introducing one man to
another on casual meeting.
It is well to avoid exaggerated expressions,
as: "Delighted to meet you," or
"Glad to know you." A simple "How do
you do" is better.
A man introducing another to a woman
should first ask her permission to do so.
This gained, he introduces him with the
remark: "Mr. Smith desires to be introduced
to Miss Wilson."
A woman's permission should first be obtained
by the party introducing. Very often
off-hand introductions take place; but it is
better to be more formal and careful, as indicated.
If she evades or declines, a man
should accept it without any show of feeling,
and make it as easy for her as possible.
After an introduction at an entertainment,
when a man meets the woman on the street,
she should bow first if she desires to continue
the acquaintance.
CHAPERONE. A man should never be introduced
direct by card or letter to a young unmarried
woman. If he desires to be introduced, the
letter or card of introduction should be addressed
to her chaperone or mother, who may
then introduce him to the young woman if
she deems it advisable.
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