books0977:  Etiquette in Everyday Life (1920s). London: W. Foulsham & Co., Ltd. First edition. Manners in Society: If you visit, leave your coat and umbrella in the hall. Do not shake a ladies hand first, let her do it. Do not stare at people or things in the room. Do not talk about the weather, talk about music, art, literature, sport. Cross a room to open a door for a lady. Manners with Love, Courtship, and Marriage: A well bred person does not wear his or her heart on their sleeve. Do not trifle with affections, to pretend to be in love is contemptible. It is a becoming courtesy to ask the father before offering an engagement ring. When engaged it is not usual for young people to spend much time alone. Do not forget that your wife's letters or your husband's letters are not your concern.