Nothing appeals to children more than justice, and they should be taught in the nursery to "play fair" in games, to respect each other's property and rights, to give credit to others, and not to take too much credit to themselves.

Courtesy demands that you, when you are a guest, shall show neither annoyance nor disappointment--no matter what happens.

Golf is a particularly severe strain upon the amiability of the average person's temper, and in no other game, except bridge, is serenity of disposition so essential.

Ideal conversation must be an exchange of thought, and not, as many of those who worry most about their shortcomings believe, an eloquent exhibition of wit or oratory.

Good manners reflect something from inside-an innate sense of consideration for others and respect for self.

"Keep your hands to yourself!" might almost be put at the head of the first chapter of every book on etiquette.

The only occasion when the traditions of courtesy permit a hostess to help herself before a woman guest is when she has reason to believe the food is poisoned.