The 1938 Modern Manners etiquette booklet by F. J. Haskin from the Columbus Dispatch is a vintage nonfiction book exploring personal and professional development in the 1930s. With a focus on etiquette, this 32-page paperback offers insights on proper manners and behavior in various social and professional settings. Written in English by Frederic J. Haskin, this booklet provides a glimpse into the cultural norms and expectations of the era, making it a valuable collectible for those interested in historical etiquette practices. The table of contents includes the following: Invitations, Introductions, Cards, Calls, Engagements, Weddings, Christenings, Funerals, At the Table, On the Street, At the Theater, At the Movies, In a Restaurant or Hotel, Travel, In an Apartment House, At the Telephone, On the Golf Links, Dress - Women, Dress - Men, Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Rules of Social Uses for Younger Readers, and Business Etiquette. Information is provided in all sections with a Q and A format which makes for easy reading. Questions are in italics which adds to the readability. Examples follow:
At the Table: Q. Is the dinner napkin entirely unfolded and laid across the lap? A. No. One fold is left in the napkin.
Dress - Women: Q. Should silk stockings be worn with knickers? A. No. Women wear knickers only for camping, hiking, etc., and silk hose are most inappropriate.
Dress - Men: Q. Should a cane be carried with evening clothes? A. Yes. A plain Malacca or wood cane is proper. A gold or silver band or top is correct.
Add this engaging little booklet to your collections and take a trip back in time when you read what was acceptable and considered rude in 1938!
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