31 st If any one far surpasses others, either in age, estate, or merit, yet would give place to one meaner than himself in his own lodging, the one ought not to accept it; so he, on the other hand, should not use much earnestness nor offer it above once or twice.
32 nd to one that is your equel, or not much inferior, you are to give the chief place in your lodging; and he to who it is offered ought at the first to refuse it, but at the second to accept, though not without acknowledging his own unworthiness.
33 rd They that are in dignity or in office have in all places precedency; but whilst they are young, they ought to respect those that are their equals in birth or other qualities,through they have no public charge.
34 th It is good manners to prefer them to whom we speak before ourselves, especially if they be above us with whom in no sort we ought to begin.
35 th Let your discourse with men of business be short and comprehensive.
36 th Artificers & persons of low degree ought not to use many ceremonies to Lords od others of high degree, but respect and highly honor them; and those of high degree ought to treat them with affability & courtesy, without arrogance.
37 th In speaking to men of quality, do not lean nor look them full in the face, nor approach too near them, at least keep a full pace from them
38 th In visiting the sick, do not presently play the physician if you be not knowing therein.
39 th In writing or speaking, give every person his due title according to his degree & the custom of the place.
40 th Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgment to others with modesty.
Your welcome Double Edge!! I have had unexpected company in and out all day and have been trying to type this little book out!
I am glad some are reading it. I can not believe how class conscience they were back then! I guess thats why when Washington was an adult he did not want to be King or President! He probably grew to hate all ceremonies and false piousness that went along with it!
Well off to type some more!!